Aarhus vs Benfica Prediction, Tips & Odds
Aarhus vs Benfica
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The model favours Benfica to secure a win against Aarhus, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Benfica's form has been notably strong, with three wins and two draws in their last five matches. This unbeaten streak highlights their consistency and ability to perform under pressure, which could be crucial in a playoff match. Aarhus, while showing resilience with two wins and two draws in their recent five matches, may struggle to match Benfica's current form. The team's recent results indicate some positive momentum, but they will need to elevate their performance significantly to challenge a team of Benfica's caliber. According to the model, Benfica has a higher win probability, reflecting their strong recent form. However, Aarhus could pose a real threat if they manage to capitalise on any defensive lapses from Benfica. The full methodology used to reach this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (4.3 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 12.9% probability.
Benfica have been the stronger side, winning 68% of their matches.
Our model projects a 1-2 Benfica win as the most likely scoreline at 12.9% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.
Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Benfica are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
Aarhus vs Benfica| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 7.40 | 5.00 | 1.36 | 1.45 | 2.70 | 1.62 | 2.10 | |
| 6.90 | 5.20 | 1.36 | 1.38 | 2.64 | 1.61 | 2.15 | |
| 7.00 | 5.00 | 1.36 | 1.40 | 2.88 | 1.65 | 2.20 | |
| 6.42 | 5.37 | 1.40 | 1.43 | 2.81 | — | — | |
| 5.70 | 4.35 | 1.38 | — | — | — | — | |
| 6.50 | 4.80 | 1.35 | — | — | 1.65 | 2.10 | |
| 7.00 | 4.50 | 1.38 | 1.44 | 2.62 | 1.73 | 2.00 | |
| 7.60 | 5.63 | 1.38 | 1.38 | 2.64 | 1.62 | 2.16 | |
| 6.40 | 4.50 | 1.41 | 1.48 | 2.43 | 1.63 | 2.08 | |
Betano | 7.50 | 5.50 | 1.40 | 1.50 | 2.70 | 1.70 | 2.07 |
Superbet | 6.80 | 5.25 | 1.39 | 1.45 | 2.77 | 1.67 | 2.12 |
BetVictor | 7.50 | 5.00 | 1.36 | 1.42 | 2.59 | 1.60 | 2.15 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 1 Meetings (Benfica leads 1-0)In their only meeting, Benfica defeated Aarhus 1-0. This narrow victory suggests a tightly contested match, with Aarhus unable to score. The result indicates that while Benfica has the upper hand historically, the match was not one-sided in terms of overall performance. Aarhus will need to address their attacking options, as they have not won against Benfica in this single encounter.
UEFA Europa League Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Anderlecht | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | WWWWW |
| 2 |  Ararat-Armenia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | WD |
| 3 |  AZ Alkmaar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 | Benfica | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | WWDWW |
| 5 |  Beşiktaş | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | LWWWW |
| 6 |  Bournemouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 34 |  Torreense | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 35 |  Union St. Gilloise | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 36 |  Plzen | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | WL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonAarhus have won 9 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 7 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include drew with Silkeborg 2-2 and lost to FC Midtjylland 0-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 15W 12D 7L from the last 34 games (44% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Benfica have won 7 of their last 12 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 2. Their recent away fixtures include beat Benfica 0-3 and beat Aarhus 1-3.
Overall, the wider run reads 19W 5D 4L from the last 28 games (68% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Lineups
ConfirmedAarhus3-5-2Confirmed
Benfica4-1-3-2Confirmed
Unavailable Players
0 playersAarhus
No reported absences
Benfica
No reported absences
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.
Corner Prediction
Aarhus have averaged 5.8 corners per match at home; Benfica 6.9 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
Benfica have generated 2.46 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 68% of them. They put 7.5 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Benfica player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.