Our Newcastle vs Benfica Prediction: 1-1
Newcastle vs Benfica in the UEFA Champions League is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Tuesday October 21, 2025. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Newcastle vs Benfica 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.
If you're looking for more top picks, check out our must-win fixtures for today to see which teams have the highest chance of securing victory!
Recent Form Insights
Newcastle's Last Match – Brighton vs Newcastle
Newcastle must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 1-2 England Premier League defeat against Brighton on October 18. In that match, Newcastle controlled 54% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Brighton | 46% | 7 (5) | 1.03 | 73 |
 Newcastle | 54% | 11 (3) | 1.46 | 63 |
Benfica's Last Match – Chaves vs Benfica
Determined to maintain their recent success, Benfica must win following their 2-0 Portugal Cup victory against Chaves on October 17. In that match, Benfica recorded 62% possession, attempting 10 shots on goal, with 7 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chaves | 38% | 4 (2) | - | 29 |
 Benfica | 62% | 10 (7) | - | 53 |
Newcastle vs Benfica Stats
Key Stats
| Newcastle | Benfica | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.8 | Attacking Strength | 0.95 |
| 1.1 | Defence Strength | 0.7 |
| 1.5 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Newcastle are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Benfica average 1.4 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.
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