Benfica vs Chelsea Prediction 28.06.2025
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Benfica vs Chelsea Prediction
Benfica vs Chelsea Prediction and Betting Tips for Saturday’s FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 clash at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The Eagles will be eager to defy the odds once again after topping their group in style. Discover our expert Club World Cup Predictions from XpertStats.
- Benfica shocked Bayern to top Group C and face Chelsea next.
- Chelsea bounced back with a 3-0 win over Esperance after losing to Flamengo.
- Head-to-head: Chelsea have beaten Benfica in all three previous meetings.
Benfica arrive in Charlotte on a high, having secured an unexpected 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich to seal top spot in Group C. Bruno Lage’s men showed resilience, coming through three tough matches unbeaten, including a remarkable six-goal haul against Auckland City. Key players like Andreas Schjelderup and the evergreen Angel di Maria continue to step up, while Anatoliy Trubin’s heroics in goal have kept their dream alive. Despite injuries to Alexander Bah and Florentino Luis, the Eagles believe they can cause another upset against English opposition.
Historically, Benfica have struggled against Premier League sides, recording 21 defeats in 40 encounters with English clubs. Their most painful memory was the last-minute loss to Chelsea in the 2013 Europa League final. Yet, with experienced figures like di Maria and Schjelderup in form and a spirited dressing room atmosphere, Benfica will look to shake off their underdog tag. Returning striker Andrea Belotti could also play a pivotal role, giving them extra firepower as they seek revenge against the Blues.
Chelsea, meanwhile, steadied the ship after a disappointing loss to Flamengo by dismantling Esperance Tunis 3-0 in Philadelphia. Liam Delap scored his first goal for the club, and Tosin Adarabioyo and Tyrique George also found the net, showing the depth in Enzo Maresca’s squad. The Blues know they can’t afford to underestimate Benfica, but their record against Portuguese sides is encouraging: 11 wins in their last 15 competitive games, with just three losses and 23 goals scored.
Looking ahead, Chelsea will be boosted by the return of Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto, with Delap likely to lead the line once again in the absence of Nicolas Jackson. Enzo Fernandez will face his former club, adding an extra edge in midfield. Although key defender Wesley Fofana remains sidelined, the Blues’ backline has kept five clean sheets in their last six victories, a stat that should give them confidence. Expect an intense battle as both teams chase a coveted quarter-final place, but the Club World Cup Predictions edge slightly in Chelsea’s favour.
Benfica to Score looks a strong shout given their attacking momentum at this Club World Cup. The Eagles have found the net in all three group games, including putting six past Auckland City and grabbing a crucial early goal against Bayern Munich. Andreas Schjelderup has been a standout performer, while Angel di Maria’s experience and penalty prowess add another layer of threat in the final third. Chelsea’s defence has shown vulnerability when pressed by top-level opposition, conceding three against Flamengo. Benfica’s creative players, like Orkun Kokcu and Renato Sanches, can exploit spaces in Chelsea’s midfield, especially with Enzo Fernandez likely to push forward. Benfica’s confidence will be sky-high after topping Group C, and they’ll be determined to test a Chelsea backline missing key man Wesley Fofana. With Belotti also available to return from suspension, they have multiple routes to goal. Backing Benfica to score makes sense in this high-stakes knockout tie.
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