Newcastle vs. Benefica Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Champions League Odds
Newcastle and Benfica prepare to clash in the Champions League at St James' Park. The match is scheduled for October 21st, 2025, at 19:00 UTC.
OC Staff - October 21, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT
4 Minute ReadNewcastle vs Benfica: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Newcastle and Benfica, currently sitting in 11th and 33rd position respectively, prepare to clash in the Champions League at St James' Park. The match is scheduled for October 21st, 2025, at 19:00 UTC.
Newcastle vs Benfica Form
Newcastle secured a 2-1 victory in their recent Premier League match against Brighton. However, their form has been inconsistent domestically, struggling to consistently find the net, with only two games where they have scored two or more goals.
Benfica, on the other hand, come into this game after a 2-0 win against Chaves in the Portuguese Cup. Despite the win, their recent performances have been unconvincing, and they will need to improve significantly if they hope to get a result against Newcastle.
Newcastle vs Benfica Head to Head
Historically, Benfica have had the upper hand in encounters with Newcastle. In the past six meetings, Benfica have won twice, Newcastle have won none, and one match ended in a draw.
The last time these two teams met was in a Club Friendly in 2022, where Benfica emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline, a match that saw Newcastle receive a red card.
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Newcastle vs. Benefica Odds
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Newcastle vs Benfica Probable Lineups
Newcastle (4-3-3): Pope; Burn, Thiaw, Botman, Trippier; Joelinton, Tonali, Guimarães; Gordon, Woltemade, Murphy
Benfica (4-2-3-1): Trubin; Dahl, Silva, Otamendi, Dedic; Barrenechea, Ríos; Aursnes, Sudakov, Lukébakio; Pavlidis
Newcastle vs Benfica Team News
Newcastle will be without several key players due to injury, including Wissa, Livramento, and Hall. Woltemade, who has been in excellent form, having scored in 5 of his last 6 games for Newcastle, is expected to lead the line. Murphy could potentially return to the starting XI, replacing Gordon.
Benfica have their own injury concerns, with Silva, Bah, and Bruma all sidelined. Prestianni is available again, providing a boost to José Mourinho's options. Pavlidis, fresh off a brace in their last match, is set to spearhead the attack. Otamendi and Ríos, who were rested in the previous match, are expected to return to the starting lineup.
Newcastle vs Benfica Match Facts
- In matches played at home Newcastle have lost more than they have drawn or won against Benfica.
- Newcastle won their latest match.
- Benfica won their latest match.
Prediction: Newcastle 1-1 Benfica
Newcastle have struggled for consistency domestically, while Benfica have been unconvincing in their recent performances. José Mourinho's historical struggles at St James' Park add another layer of intrigue to this match. Considering these factors, a draw seems the most probable outcome.
Best Bet: Draw No Bet - Newcastle Check out the best odds on DraftKings Sportsbook
Given Newcastle's home advantage and Benfica's unconvincing form, backing Newcastle in the Draw No Bet market offers a degree of insurance. If Newcastle manage to secure a victory, the bet pays out, and if the match ends in a draw, the stake is returned. This approach mitigates the risk associated with Benfica's potential to snatch a draw, while still capitalizing on Newcastle's chances of winning on their home turf.
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