Benfica vs OFI Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Benfica host OFI in Lisbon on 10 December 2026 in UEFA Europa League League Stage - 6, a fixture that could prove pivotal in shaping the final League Round standings. With the Portuguese giants listed 4th in the League Round table and OFI down in 25th, this clash pitches an established European force against an emerging contender enjoying a perfect start in this campaign’s early fixtures.

Although both sides are yet to register points in the official League Round standings (0 games played there so far), their broader Europa League statistics tell a very different story. Benfica come into this tie with a potent attacking record across six Europa League outings, while OFI arrive with a flawless defensive record from their two matches. For fans searching for Benfica vs OFI prediction, Europa League betting tips, and detailed match analysis, this encounter offers a fascinating stylistic contrast between free-scoring hosts and defensively solid visitors.

Played in Lisbon, Benfica will look to leverage home advantage and their high-scoring form, but OFI’s early perfect record in wins and clean sheets suggests this will be no straightforward assignment. With progression and seeding implications on the line in the League Round, both teams have plenty at stake.

Benfica vs OFI Key Stats

• Benfica are ranked 4th in the League Round standings, while OFI sit 25th, both with 0 points as the League Stage table is yet to reflect played matches.
• No recent head-to-head meetings are recorded between Benfica and OFI in this competition.
• Across 6 Europa League fixtures this season, Benfica have scored 19 goals (3.2 per game) and conceded 6, while OFI have scored 5 and conceded 0 in 2 matches.

Benfica vs OFI — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 4 vs 25
• Points: 0 vs 0
• Goals For: 0 vs 0 (League Round standings; broader tournament stats show 19 vs 5)
• Goals Against: 0 vs 0 (League Round standings; broader tournament stats show 6 vs 0)
• Clean Sheets: Benfica 1 (tournament statistics) vs OFI 2 (tournament statistics)

The League Round table itself is not yet populated with played games, so Benfica’s 4th place and OFI’s 25th reflect pre-existing coefficients and seeding rather than on-pitch results in this specific phase. However, when you widen the lens to Europa League statistics, Benfica clearly profile as one of the competition’s most dangerous attacking units, with 19 goals in 6 matches and a standout 6-1 home win among their results.

OFI, by contrast, have played only 2 Europa League fixtures but have been perfect in both: 2 wins, 5 goals scored and none conceded. Their 3-0 home victory and 2-0 away success underline a team that is efficient in both boxes. Benfica’s attacking volume versus OFI’s defensive solidity sets up a classic clash of styles, with the Portuguese side’s higher ranking and offensive firepower balanced by OFI’s 100% record and two clean sheets.

Benfica vs OFI Key Matchups

V. Pavlidis vs OFI Defensive Block

V. Pavlidis is the clear headline act for Benfica in this Europa League campaign. The Greek forward has 5 goals and 1 assist in just 3 appearances, making him both the competition’s leading scorer for Benfica and top of the assists chart for the club. He has also picked up 1 yellow card, reflecting a combative edge to his game.

Up against an OFI side that has yet to concede a single goal in 2 Europa League outings, Pavlidis’ movement and finishing will be critical. Benfica average 3.2 goals per game across 6 fixtures, while OFI’s defense has been perfect so far. If Pavlidis can disrupt that defensive record, it will tilt the match heavily in Benfica’s favour.

Rafa vs OFI Midfield Screen

Rafa provides an additional creative and scoring threat from advanced areas. With 2 goals and 1 assist in 4 Europa League appearances, he has been a consistent contributor in the final third. Unlike Pavlidis, he has stayed card-free, suggesting a more elusive, technical profile that can unpick tight defenses.

OFI’s midfield and back line, which have combined to keep 2 clean sheets and allow 0 goals across 2 matches, will need to track Rafa’s drifting runs between the lines. If they fail to contain him, Benfica’s already impressive attacking averages (4.7 goals per home game in Europa League fixtures) could again be on display.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

There are no recorded recent head-to-head meetings between Benfica and OFI in the available data. This adds an element of tactical intrigue, with both coaches facing an unfamiliar opponent on the European stage.

Benfica vs OFI Prediction

Stats suggest a finely balanced contest in terms of probabilities, even if the stylistic matchup looks like attack versus defense. The prediction model gives Benfica a 35% chance of victory, with the draw also at 35% and OFI not far behind on 30%. That near-even spread reflects Benfica’s explosive attack and strong recent tournament form against OFI’s perfect early record and impeccable defensive numbers.

Benfica’s broader Europa League sample (6 games) carries more weight than OFI’s 2 fixtures, and their home scoring rate of 4.7 goals per match is hard to ignore. However, OFI’s 100% defensive record and 3-4-3 structure suggest they can frustrate opponents and counter effectively. Expect Benfica to dominate territory and chances, with OFI dangerous in transition.

Predicted Score: Benfica 2-1 OFI

Benfica Recent Form

Benfica’s League Round form line is listed as WWDWW, indicating a strong run of results with four wins and one draw in their most recent sequence. In Europa League tournament statistics, they have played 6 matches, winning 4, drawing 1 and losing just 1. Offensively they have been outstanding, scoring 19 goals (3.2 per game) and conceding only 6 (1.0 per game). At home, they have 3 wins from 3, with 14 goals scored and just 2 conceded.

OFI Recent Form

OFI’s League Round form is recorded as WW, a perfect start in their recent sequence. In Europa League tournament statistics, they have played 2 matches and won both, scoring 5 goals (2.5 per game) and conceding none. Their 3-0 home win and 2-0 away win underline a side that is both efficient in attack and extremely solid at the back, with 2 clean sheets from 2 outings.

Benfica Possible Starting Lineup

GK: A. Trubin; Defenders: C. Lenglet, A. Bah, Tomás Araújo, S. Dahl; Midfielders: Joāo Palhinha, L. Barreiro, E. Barrenechea, H. Sudakov, Rafa; Forwards: V. Pavlidis.

Benfica have the depth to rotate, but their Europa League statistics point towards a structure that often resembles a 4-2-3-1 or 4-1-3-2. With Trubin as the likely first-choice goalkeeper and Lenglet anchoring the back line, the defensive base is experienced. In midfield, the presence of Joāo Palhinha, L. Barreiro and E. Barrenechea offers control and balance, allowing creative players like Rafa and H. Sudakov to link with Pavlidis. Additional attacking options such as D. Lukebakio, J. Durán, A. Schjelderup and G. Prestianni provide significant firepower from the bench or in rotation.

OFI Possible Starting Lineup

GK: N. Christogeorgos; Defenders: Borja González, N. Marinakis, A. Poungouras, D. Nikolaou; Midfielders: T. Androutsos, A. Bouchalakis, G. Kanellópoulos, N. Athanasiou; Forwards: Aitor Cantalapiedra, T. Fountas.

OFI have typically lined up in a 3-4-3 shape in their Europa League fixtures, but they possess enough defensive personnel to switch between back-three and back-four systems. Experienced figures like Borja González, N. Marinakis and A. Poungouras form a solid defensive core, while midfielders such as A. Bouchalakis and G. Kanellópoulos can help protect the back line and launch transitions. In attack, players like Aitor Cantalapiedra, T. Fountas, K. Kodro and A. Leya give OFI multiple options to threaten on the break or from wide areas.

Benfica Team News

No significant absences reported.

OFI Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Benfica:

• None reported.

OFI:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Benfica vs OFI

Below are three data-driven betting angles based on form and tournament statistics. No specific bookmaker odds are available, so these are qualitative recommendations only.

• Result Tip: Back Benfica Draw No Bet. With Benfica given a 35% win probability and OFI at 30%, plus Benfica’s stronger attacking record over a larger sample (4 wins from 6, 19 goals scored), siding with the hosts with draw protection looks sensible against an OFI side that is still somewhat untested at this level.
• Goals Tip: Over 2.0 total goals. Benfica’s Europa League matches have averaged 4.2 total goals (19 scored, 6 conceded in 6 games), and they have scored at least 3 in several outings, while OFI average 2.5 goals scored per match. Even with OFI’s strong defense, the attacking profiles suggest a reasonable chance of multiple goals.
• Value Tip: V. Pavlidis to score anytime. The Greek forward has 5 goals in 3 Europa League appearances, plus 1 assist and a high involvement in Benfica’s attacking output. Given OFI’s Greek connections and Pavlidis’ form, backing him to find the net again offers strong value in the goalscorer markets.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.