Sporting CP vs Benfica - Liga Portugal Match
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Sporting CP vs Benfica Preview: Liga Portugal Clash
Sporting CP will host Benfica at Estádio José Alvalade on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 03:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Liga Portugal encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Sporting CP head into this game in strong form, collecting 2 wins from their last 3 outings.
Benfica recent form shows 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss from their last 4 games.
Head-to-Head Record
Benfica have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 18 of the last 49 encounters compared to Sporting CP's 14 wins. With 17 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 03:00 UTC
- Venue: Estádio José Alvalade
- Competition: Liga Portugal
- Sporting CP Position: 2nd (45 pts)
- Benfica Position: 3rd (42 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 49): Sporting CP 14W - 17D - 18W Benfica
