Benfica vs Real Madrid Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Feb 2026

Champions League Betting Preview: Benfica vs Real Madrid

José Mourinho Benfica host Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid at Estádio da Luz in the first leg of this Champions League play-off tie, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Tuesday 17 February. The sides faced each other three weeks ago, with Benfica recording a 4–2 win over Real, a result that pushed the Spanish side out of the top eight while securing Benfica’s play-off qualification.

Real Madrid look like excellent value at -108 for bettors who are wagering on the Full-Time Result market. Los Merengues are capable of securing a win against Benfica based on the numbers at our disposal.

The last meeting between the sides flattered the Portuguese club. This was also reflected in the possession and xG data, with Real generating high-quality chances that were not represented in the final scoreline. Combined with Real’s proven efficiency in high-pressure away fixtures, this supports a stronger Madrid performance this time.

Benfica come into this match off the back of a 2–1 Primeira Liga away victory against Santa Clara at Estádio de São Miguel. The Lisbon side recorded three shots on target and had 47% possession, with Vangelis Pavlidis and Paulo Victor (own goal) scoring one goal apiece.

Real Madrid’s previous game was a home fixture, where they secured a 4–1 La Liga win against Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu. Alvaro Arbeloa's team had 52% possession and managed five shots on goal, while Vinicius Junior was on the scoresheet twice, with Gonzalo Garcia and Federico Valverde both able to net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Benfica and Real Madrid met at Estádio da Luz in the UCL league phase three weeks ago, with Benfica claiming a dramatic 4–2 victory. The win secured Benfica’s progression to the play-offs, capped by a remarkable injury-time goal from goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin.

Benfica won the shots on goal 12–6, while Real dominated possession with 67%. Andreas Schjelderup scored twice, with Vangelis Pavlidis and goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin also on the scoresheet. Kylian Mbappé netted both goals for Real.

Champions League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
9	Real Madrid	8	5	0	3	21	12	9	21:12	15
24	Benfica	8	3	0	5	10	12	-2	10:12	9

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Benfica have 7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 6.8 shots on goal and 17.9 attempts. The Eagles have averaged 56.0% possession and 7.6 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 0.9 goals from 2.6 shots on goal, 7.9 attempts and 2.2 corners.

Top scorer is Vangelis Pavlidis on 8 goals, while Andreas Schjelderup has racked up 3 and Anisio Cabral 2. Vangelis Pavlidis is the top assists maker on 3, with goalie Anatoliy Trubin managing 4 clean sheets.

Real have 9 victories and 1 defeat, averaging 16.8 attempts, 6.6 shots on goal and 2.9 goals. Alvaro Arbeloa's men average 57.8% possession, 6.8 corners in their favour and 5.1 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 3.8 shots on goal and 12.5 attempts.

Kylian Mbappe has scored 11 goals, followed by Vinicius Junior and Gonzalo Garcia on 4. Federico Valverde and Arda Guler have clocked up 4 assists, with Thibaut Courtois keeping 4 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Benfica predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Anatoliy Trubin (GK), Amar Dedic, Tomas Araujo, Nicolas Otamendi, Samuel Dahl, Leandro Barreiro, Enzo Barrenechea, Gianluca Prestianni, Georgiy Sudakov, Andreas Schjelderup, Vangelis Pavlidis.

Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2): Thibaut Courtois (GK), Trent Alexander-Arnold, Antonio Ruediger, Dean Huijsen, Alvaro Carreras, Federico Valverde, Arda Guler, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, Gonzalo Garcia, Vinicius Junior.

Benfica vs Real Madrid Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert Benfica vs Real Madrid betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, corners forecast, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Match Prediction

We’re confident when it comes to Real Madrid landing a victory. It’s looking likely that the away team could have the upper hand in this Champions League clash and a price of -108 is highly appealing.

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Key Benfica vs Real Madrid Champions League & league stats:

• Real have won 9 of their last 10 games.
• Real have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Real have won 3 consecutive games.

The best football bookies are estimating that there is a 51.8% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Benfica 0 - 1 Real Madrid

There’s the option to wager on Real Madrid to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Odds of +850 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Vinicius Junior to Score +250

Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid) has registered three goals in his past four matches. There are odds of +250 available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for the player to find the net.

Latest Vinicius Junior Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+250

First

+700

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Corners Prediction

Benfica Over 4.5 Corners -123

In their past ten games, Benfica have covered the 4.5 corners line, while the previous five Real Madrid away matches have involved them conceding over 4.5 corners. The Benfica Team Corners line looks attractive and we’re going to take the -123 that it’s covered.

Champions League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Benfica

Total

9.80 7.60 2.20

Home

8.20 5.90 2.30

Away

11.70 7.60 4.10

Real Madrid

Total

11.90 6.80 5.10

Home

11.00 7.20 3.80

Away

10.40 6.10 4.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 8.5

-147

Under 8.5

+102

Benfica Corners

Over 4.5

+108

Under 4.5

-154

Real Madrid Corners

Over 4.5

-110

Under 4.5

-128

Most Corners

1

+115

X

+600

2

-108

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Benfica vs Real Madrid Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The bookies have Real Madrid at -108 when it comes to Full-Time Result. This implies that the favourites are 52% likely to win this Champions League encounter according to the latest betting odds. Benfica are regarded as the least likely winner at +265.

The Asian Handicap -0.5 bet means you need your selection to simply win. Real are -109, although Benfica are +0.5 at -114 and you win with the latter if things end in a draw.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Over 2.5 is a strong probability in this contest. BTTS betting is always a warm order and you can bet Yes at -204 on the Both Teams to Score market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+265

X

+285

2

-108

Half-Time Result

1

+275

X

+145

2

+143

Double Chance

1X

-120

12

-400

X2

-370

Draw No Bet

1

+155

2

-233

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.5

-114

2 Hcp -0.5

-109

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+145

Over 2.5

-182

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-204

No

+155

Kylian Mbappé is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +245 while there’s also the chance to back him to find the net at -141.

Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)

First

-141

Anytime

+245

Vangelis Pavlidis (Benfica)

First

+135

Anytime

+400

Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)

First

+250

Anytime

+700

Gonzalo García (Real Madrid)

First

+270

Anytime

+700

Rafa Silva (Benfica)

First

+280

Anytime

+750

Franjo Ivanovic (Benfica)

First

+300

Anytime

+850

Dodi Lukébakio (Benfica)

First

+340

Anytime

+950

Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)

First

+350

Anytime

+1050

Henrique Araújo (Benfica)

First

+390

Anytime

+1100

Armindo ''Bruma'' Bangna (Benfica)

First

+430

Anytime

+1200

Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid)

First

+440

Anytime

+1150

Arda Guler (Real Madrid)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Georgiy Sudakov (Benfica)

First

+480

Anytime

+1400

Gianluca Prestianni (Benfica)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

Brahim Díaz (Real Madrid)

First

+525

Anytime

+1400

Andreas Schjelderup (Benfica)

First

+550

Anytime

+1500

Leandro Barreiro (Benfica)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Richard Ríos (Benfica)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

David Jiménez (Real Madrid)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Eduardo Camavinga (Real Madrid)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Diogo Ferreira Prioste (Benfica)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Latest Champions League and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Benfica Stats

Real Madrid Stats

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.40 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 2.90 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 7.60 corners awarded and 2.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 2.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 10 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 6.80 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 4.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 11.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 56.00% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 52.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 57.80% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 57.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 9 of the last 10 away matches

Benfica vs Real Madrid Lineups & Team News

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