Mayra Madrigal
The first 20 rounds of action in the Portuguese Primeira Liga have generated a lot of excitement, with only three teams competing directly for the championship. Benfica vs Boavista will face each other on February 20, and although there are many differences between the two teams, it promises to be an electrifying encounter.
Benfica is the best team of the season and it remains being the leader. The team comes into this clash on a four-match winning streak, and it will be looking to add another win to extend its lead and its positive record. Meanwhile, Boavista has gone three matches without a win, and it will need the three points to move up at least one position in the standings.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you the most relevant data prior to Benfica vs Boavista clash, as well as the predictions and odds of our affiliates.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Odds for the Benfica vs Boavista Primeira Liga Matchday 21 Game on February 20, 2023
- Where: Estadio da Luz, Lisbon, Portugal
- When: Monday, February 20, 2023, 4:15 PM E.T.
- Moneyline of BetMGMBenfica ( -500) / Tie (+575) / Boavista (+1200)
- Asian Handicap by DraftKingsBenfica ( AH -2, -105) / Boavista (AH +2, -140)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-175) / Under (+125)
- Both teams score: Yes (+135) / No (-190)
Odds provided by BetMGM and DraftKings.
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Betting on Benfica
Benfica is having a successful season so far, and with a record of 17 wins, two draws and one loss, it is the team that has won the most and lost the least in 20 matchdays of the Primeira Liga. The team has been reinforced in each of its lines, having the best offense with 51 goals scored, and also the best defense with only 12 goals conceded.
The team has played 10 home matches this season, of which it has won nine and draw one, making it he only undefeated team in this condition. Benfica’s most recent league home match resulted in a 3-0 win over Casa Pia.
Probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Odysseas Vlachodimos; Alejandro Grimaldo, Nicolás Otamendi, António Silva, Alexander Bah; Chiquinho, Florentino Luís; Fredrik Aursnes, David Neres, Joao Mário; Gonçalo Guedes.
Betting on Boavista
Boavista is currently located in the second half of the standings, after having difficulties to get three points recently. The team has only managed to get one win in its last five games, and it is currently on a three-match winless streak. Its overall record is clearly up and down, with seven wins, five draws and eight losses.
In away games, Boavista is not usually reliable, as it has two wins, one draw and six defeats in nine matches played. Its last away league win was in September 2022 by a score of 1-2 against Arouca.
Probable lineup (4-3-3): Rafael Bracali; Bruno Onyemaechi, Rodrigo Abascal, Reggie Cannon, Pedro Malheiro; Gaius Makouta, Bruno Lourenço, Ilija Vukotic; Ricardo Mangas, Salvador Agra, Yusupha Njie
JefeBet Prediction
There is nothing to compare about the seasons these two teams have had so far, as they have proven to be at different levels. The numbers don’t lie, and they seem to be on Benfica’s side this time, which is the current leader of the competition. So, considering all of the above, a win for the home team by a large score would not be a surprise.
Prediction: Benfica win by a score of 4-0.
