Result × Draw
Pre-game odds
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds |
1.45
|
4.50
|
6.50
|
| Prob. |
69%
|
22.2%
|
15.4%
|
Key points
• Benfica have won five of their last six home matches.
• Benfica average 3.5 goals per match at home, scoring 21 goals in those six games.
• Bologna have scored 13 goals in their last six matches, averaging 2.17 goals per match.
• Bologna's defense has conceded in four out of their last six matches.
• Benfica have kept four clean sheets in their last six home matches.
• Bologna's away matches have seen 67% of games feature over 2.5 goals.
Current streaks
Benfica
5
0
0
5
2
0
Bologna
0
1
0
3
0
1
Recent form
Benfica
None
Bologna
Bologna have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with a notable improvement in their last two outings. The team have scored an impressive 13 goals in their last six games, averaging 2.17 goals per match, whilst maintaining a positive goal difference of 4. Notably, all of Bologna's recent matches have been high-scoring affairs, with over 2.5 goals in 100% of these games. Their most impressive result came in a 4-0 thrashing of Monza in the Coppa Italia, showcasing their attacking prowess. However, Bologna have struggled defensively, conceding in four out of their last six matches. Despite this, they have managed to secure two clean sheets, both in convincing victories. The team's ability to bounce back from consecutive losses against Lille and Lazio with two wins and a draw demonstrates their resilience and suggests they may be finding their form as the season progresses.
Benfica
LWWWWW
W5 D0 L1
17
2.8
4
0.7
+13
3
3.5
33%
50%
50%
Bologna
WLLWWD
W3 D1 L2
13
2.2
9
1.5
+4
2
3.67
50%
0%
100%
Recent home/away form
Benfica
Benfica have been in scintillating form at home, winning five of their last six matches and maintaining an impressive run of four consecutive victories. Their goal-scoring prowess has been particularly noteworthy, with the team netting a staggering 21 goals in these six games, averaging 3.5 goals per match. The standout performance came in their 7-0 thrashing of Estrela in the Taça de Portugal, followed closely by a 5-0 rout of Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga. Defensively, Benfica have been equally solid, keeping four clean sheets and conceding just four goals in total, with their only blemish being a 3-1 defeat to Feyenoord in the Champions League. The team's matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of games seeing over 2.5 goals, providing fans with plenty of excitement at the Estádio da Luz.
Bologna
Bologna's recent away form has been a mixed bag, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six matches on the road. The Rossoblu have shown resilience, bouncing back from a heavy 3-0 defeat to Lazio with a thrilling 3-2 victory against AS Roma, demonstrating their ability to compete against top-tier opposition. Their attack has been relatively potent, averaging 1.5 goals per game, but their defence has struggled, conceding 1.83 goals per match. Notably, Bologna have been involved in several high-scoring affairs, with 67% of their away games featuring over 2.5 goals. The team's sole clean sheet came in an impressive 2-0 win against Cagliari, highlighting their potential for defensive solidity. However, their Champions League away performance against Aston Villa resulted in a 2-0 loss, indicating room for improvement in European competitions.
Benfica
LWWWWW
W5 D0 L1
21
3.5
4
0.7
+17
4
4.17
33%
17%
83%
Bologna
DLWWLD
W2 D2 L2
9
1.5
11
1.8
-2
1
3.33
50%
33%
67%