Football fans are eagerly awaiting the thrilling Benfica vs Barcelona clash in the UEFA Champions League 2024-2025. The match will take place at Estádio da Luz in Portugal, marking the 11th European encounter between these two teams.
Benfica vs Barcelona Head-to-Head Record
Barcelona and Benfica have faced each other multiple times in European competitions, with Barcelona having the upper hand in their previous encounters. In their most recent meeting this season, Barcelona secured a dramatic 5-4 victory, highlighting their attacking strength.
Barcelona holds a dominant record against Portuguese clubs in the Champions League, losing only once in their last 18 matches against Portuguese teams, with 13 wins and 4 draws. However, that lone defeat came against Benfica in 2021, when the Spanish giants suffered a 3-0 loss in Lisbon.
Recent Champions League Results Between Benfica and Barcelona
Benfica has struggled against Spanish teams historically, suffering more defeats against Barcelona than any other Spanish club. In the Champions League, both Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have beaten Benfica twice, making them the Spanish teams with the most wins over the Portuguese side.
Benfica’s Champions League Performance This Season
Benfica has played 10 matches in the UEFA Champions League 2024-25, scoring 20 goals and conceding 15. Their attacking form has been impressive, with the highest goal-per-game ratio since their 2022-23 campaign.
Against Spanish teams at home, Benfica’s record is mixed. They won two of their first three home matches against Spanish clubs, defeating Real Madrid in 1965 and Real Betis in 1982. However, in their last 12 home games against Spanish teams, Benfica managed only two wins, four draws, and six defeats.
When is Benfica vs Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League?
The Benfica vs Barcelona match will take place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, as part of the Champions League Round of 16 first leg.
- Kick-off Time:
- 11:00 PM Mecca Time
- 10:00 PM Cairo Time
Benfica vs Barcelona Expected Lineups
Benfica Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Anatoliy Trubin
- Defenders: Samuel Daal, Tomás Araújo, Nicolás Otamendi, Álvaro Fernández
- Defensive Midfielders: Orkun Kökçü, Fredrik Aursnes
- Attacking Midfielders: Andreas Schjelderup, Zeki Amdouni, Kerem Aktürkoğlu
- Striker: Andrea Belotti
Barcelona Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Wojciech Szczęsny
- Defenders: Jules Koundé, Iñigo Martínez, Pau Cubarsí, Alejandro Balde
- Defensive Midfielders: Marc Casadó, Pedri
- Attacking Midfielders: Lamine Yamal, Pablo Gavi, Raphinha
- Striker: Robert Lewandowski
Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Benfica vs Barcelona?
The Benfica vs Barcelona match will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS, the exclusive Champions League broadcaster in the Middle East and North Africa.
Live Match Coverage and Updates
For live match updates and in-depth coverage, visit the following sources:
- 365Scores – Benfica vs Barcelona Live Coverage
- Sporting News – Benfica vs Barcelona Lineups
- FC Barcelona Official – Match Information
Stay tuned for an exciting UEFA Champions League showdown as Barcelona and Benfica battle for a place in the next round.
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