| Odds via Tonybet | |
| Chelsea vs Benfica | Saturday, June 28, 04:00 PM EDT |
| Chelsea odds | +110 |
| Benfica odds | +260 |
| Draw | +250 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -129, No +104 |
Chelsea vs Benfica Preview and Team News
Chelsea Team News
The group stage didn’t go too smoothly for Chelsea. Their 1-3 defeat against Flamengo spoiled the overall impression. However, Enzo Maresca’s men bounced back with convincing wins over Los Angeles and Esperance, leaving no questions about who deserved to advance.
Chelsea’s strong side is an excellent realization of chances. Over the last 10 official matches, the team recorded 14.86 xG, but managed to score as many as 20 goals. Their main weakness is aerial duels; with only 10.4 won, they have one of the worst stats in the Premier League.
Since the Blues are not dealing with serious injuries, we expect the head coach to field his strongest lineup.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Benfica (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Delap.
Benfica Team News
Despite a successful performance in their group, Benfica’s quality still raises questions. A hard-fought 2-2 draw against Boca Juniors and a tough first half against Auckland raised some concerns. Even their victory over Bayern wasn’t convincing.
However, they remain a well-organized side that are sure to approach this fixture with plenty of motivation. Benfica’s main asset is their high-quality attack. In the domestic championship, the club averaged 2.3 xG per match. Meanwhile, their passing accuracy, which stands at 80%, has been one of their most significant weaknesses.
Ahead of the clash, Benfica have no injury concerns. The Portuguese giants will be present with a fully optimal squad.
Benfica predicted lineup vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Trubin; Dahl, Silva, Otamendi, Carreras; Aursnes, Barreiro; Di Maria, Kokcu, Schjelderup; Pavlidis.
Chelsea vs Benfica Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Saturday, June 28, 04:00 PM EDT
- Stadium: Bank of America Stadium
- Location: Charlotte, United States
- Last match: Benfica – Chelsea 1:2, (May 15, 2013, Europa League Final)
Chelsea vs Benfica Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Chelsea to Win
- Odds: +110 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Benfica
Benfica may have finished first in their group, but it seems they’ve already achieved their maximum. Against Bayern, they converted almost their only dangerous moment and miraculously managed not to concede.
It’s unlikely that Chelsea’s forwards will squander their chances the way Leroy Sane did. In our opinion, physical fitness will be the key factor. The English club used mostly bench players in their last encounter, while Benfica had an energy-consuming game.
While Chelsea have had their share of difficulties, we think they’re better prepared and will secure a victory.
Chelsea vs Benfica Betting Tip
- Pick: Both Teams to Score
- Odds: -129 (Tonybet)
The game promises to be entertaining. The Portuguese club are certainly capable of upsetting their opponents, while Chelsea have some frailties at the back, as Flamengo have already demonstrated.
Benfica, for their part, haven’t left the field without a goal in 33 of their last 34 matches, including 18 in a row. The Blues’ record isn’t quite as impressive, but they’re also prolific in the attack, having scored in 43 of their last 50 outings.
The clubs will meet for the fourth time, and we think they’ll be able to exchange goals. After all, we have Angel Di Maria and Cole Palmer on either side.
Chelsea vs Benfica: Where to Watch (Canada)
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