Benfica 2-1 Estoril: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Benfica arrive with momentum from Europe and a sharp attacking run, while Estoril are still searching for stability after a difficult start and substantial squad churn. The home side's usual control at Da Luz matches up well against an Estoril team that has struggled to turn possession into goals. Aursnes’ absence removes an experienced all-action midfielder, but Palhinha’s availability gives Marco Silva another option to protect central transitions. Estoril need a disciplined low block, clean first passes after regains and far better finishing to make this competitive.

Head-to-head analysis

This has been a consistently favourable league pairing for Benfica: they have won each of the recent league encounters listed, often scoring multiple times. Estoril’s last meaningful resistance in this fixture came in a cup draw rather than league play.

Injuries and absences

Aursnes’ confirmed absence removes Benfica’s captain and a flexible midfield connector, potentially increasing the case for Palhinha or a more conservative midfield balance. Estoril’s squad situation should be checked at kickoff because reports conflict over Holsgrove’s availability.

Form (last 5)

Benfica vs Estoril stats

Last meetings

• 2026-05-16Estoril 1-3 Benfica
• 2026-01-03Benfica 3-1 Estoril
• 2025-05-03Estoril 1-2 Benfica
• 2024-12-23Benfica 3-0 Estoril
• 2024-03-10Benfica 3-1 Estoril
• 2024-01-24Benfica 1-1 Estoril

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