Benfica vs Arouca Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Benfica vs Arouca Prediction: 3-1

Benfica vs Arouca in the Portugal Primeira Liga is scheduled for an 19:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday October 25, 2025. A 3-1 win for the home side is our main prediction, though over 2.5 goals looks like a valuable bet given both teams’ attacking tendencies.

This Benfica vs Arouca prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Benfica's Last Match – Newcastle vs Benfica

Benfica will be looking to bounce back after a 0-3 UEFA Champions League defeat against Newcastle on October 21. In that match, Benfica recorded 48% possession, attempting 5 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Newcastle	52%	15 (10)	2.91	52
Benfica	48%	5 (2)	0.36	30

Arouca's Last Match – Portimonense vs Arouca

Arouca will hope to extend their good run following a 2-1 Portugal Cup win against Portimonense on October 18. In that match, Arouca controlled 49% of possession and managed 5 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Portimonense	51%	0 (3)	-	69
Arouca	49%	0 (5)	-	61

Benfica vs Arouca Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Benfica are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Arouca average 1.6 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.

Benfica Fixtures

Arouca Fixtures