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UEFA Europa League | Thu 23 Jul, 19:00

FC ST. Gallen v Benfica Stats

Data last updated: Wed 22 Jul 2026, 05:24 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Gallen hosts Benfica in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round, a clash marked by contrasting trajectories and tactical challenges. Gallen arrives on the back of a strong domestic season with 72 league goals and a recent Swiss cup triumph, but defensive lapses in pre-season friendlies raise concerns. Benfica, under new manager Marco Silva, bring a potent attack led by in-form Vangelis Pavlidis, despite squad disruptions from injuries and World Cup absences. Both teams face pressure to assert control, with St. Gallen aiming to leverage home advantage and Benfica seeking to impose their experience and attacking quality.

BT4Y match pick · price watch

Both Teams to Score

  • Price warning: current odds imply about 56%, above the 50% model chance, so this is a football-led pick rather than a clear value bet; reduce stake or wait for a better price.
  • Gallen scored 72 league goals last season, showing strong attacking potential.
  • Benfica scored 74 goals in their unbeaten Primeira Liga campaign, highlighting offensive strength.
  • Gallen conceded 9 goals in their last two pre-season matches, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
  • Benfica’s striker Vangelis Pavlidis scored in both summer friendlies, adding sharpness upfront.
Price warning

Both Teams to Score is still the main football pick, but the current price is short: the market implies about 56% while the model sits nearer 50% (-5.6 pts). Keep staking reduced or wait for a better price unless final team news strengthens the selection. Better value alternative: FC ST. Gallen Draw No Bet shows a +15 pts edge at 4.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

The model identifies a significant on Both Teams to Score at 3.4 , reflecting the attacking prowess of both sides and recent defensive concerns for St. Gallen’s high goal output and Benfica’s consistent scoring, combined with pre-season defensive lapses, create a strong likelihood of goals at both ends. Although data samples for recent form are limited, the tactical context and player availability reinforce the chance of both teams scoring. This pick balances attacking quality and defensive fragility, making it a compelling selection with positive expected value.

St. Gallen’s attacking output72 league goals last season
Strong positive
Benfica’s scoring record74 league goals in unbeaten season
Strong positive
St. Gallen’s recent defensive form9 goals conceded in last two friendlies
Positive
Model implied chance50% vs 29.4% market implied
Strong positive
Data qualityLimited recent form data for both teams
Neutral
Main risk

Their continental record, however, offers a reminder of the scale of the challenge.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Both Teams to Score rationale

“This fixture pits St. Gallen’s potent attack against Benfica’s disciplined yet evolving defense, creating a scenario ripe for goals from both teams. The attacking roles and recent form point to an open contest where defensive lapses will be punished.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Gallen scored 72 league goals last season, showing strong attacking potential.

Benfica scored 74 goals in their unbeaten Primeira Liga campaign, highlighting offensive strength.

Gallen conceded 9 goals in their last two pre-season matches, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.

Benfica’s striker Vangelis Pavlidis scored in both summer friendlies, adding sharpness upfront.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Recent trends in matches involving these teams and similar fixtures suggest a high frequency of Over 2.5 Goals outcomes, driven by open play and attacking intent.
  • Gallen’s last six competitive games mostly featured three or more goals, while Benfica’s offensive style under Marco Silva supports a fast tempo and goal-rich environment, aligning with the BTTS and Over 2.5 goals narrative.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 50% vs implied 56% · edge -5.6 pts
1.8
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FC ST. Gallen Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 40%
4
Check odds @ 4
FC ST. Gallen to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
6.5
Check odds @ 6.5
DrawBetUK guide price · model 30%
4.1
Check odds @ 4.1
Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price
1.36
Check odds @ 1.36
Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
1.57
Check odds @ 1.57
Benfica Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 52%
1.23
Check odds @ 1.23
The Both Teams to Score market is priced attractively at 3.4, offering a clear value opportunity given the model’s 50% chance estimate. The market’s implied chance of 29.4% underestimates the likelihood of both sides scoring, driven by St. Gallen’s offensive strength and Benfica’s attacking depth. This price sensitivity suggests a positive expected value bet without major price warnings.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

FC ST. Gallen-
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Over 2.5 goals
Benfica-
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 50% vs implied 56% · edge -5.6 pts
1.8
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.35
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 54%
1.91
Check odds @ 1.91
Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 68%
1.17
Check odds @ 1.17
Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
1.57
Check odds @ 1.57
Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 32%
2.38
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Both teams have demonstrated strong scoring ability, with St. Gallen netting 72 league goals and Benfica 74 in their respective campaigns. Gallen’s recent matches often featured multiple goals, while Benfica’s attacking players, including Pavlidis, have been productive in pre-season. Defensive vulnerabilities on both sides increase the probability of goals at both ends, supporting the BTTS selection.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

FC ST. Gallen

Last 50W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 0L

No recent match sample is available for FC ST. Gallen yet.

Benfica

Last 50W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 0L

No recent match sample is available for Benfica yet.

Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 54% vs implied 39% · edge +15 pts
2.6
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FC ST. Gallen Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 40%
4
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FC ST. Gallen to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
6.5
Check odds @ 6.5
DrawBetUK guide price · model 30%
4.1
Check odds @ 4.1
Away / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 71%
1.07
Check odds @ 1.07
Benfica Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 52%
1.23
Check odds @ 1.23
Benfica to WinBetfred guide price · model 41%
1.42
Check odds @ 1.42
Recent form data is limited, but pre-season friendlies reveal St. Gallen’s defensive fragility, conceding nine goals in two matches, contrasting with their strong domestic scoring record. Benfica’s unbeaten league campaign and pre-season scoring indicate consistent offensive output. These trends suggest a match prone to goals from both sides despite limited recent competitive fixtures.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0FC ST. Gallen wins
0Draws
0Benfica wins
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 50% vs implied 56% · edge -5.6 pts
1.8
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FC ST. Gallen to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
6.5
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 30%
4.1
Check odds @ 4.1
Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 50%
1.57
Check odds @ 1.57
Benfica to WinBetfred guide price · model 41%
1.42
Check odds @ 1.42
No prior head-to-head meetings exist between FC St. Gallen and Benfica, limiting direct historical insight. Therefore, tactical context, recent form, and squad analysis take precedence in assessing the likelihood of goals and match dynamics rather than relying on past encounters.
Season team stats

UEFA Europa League

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Best odds for this sectionFC ST. Gallen Draw No BetBetfred guide price · Model 40% vs implied 25% · edge +15 pts
4
Check odds @ 4
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FC ST. Gallen to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
6.5
Check odds @ 6.5
Benfica Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 52%
1.23
Check odds @ 1.23
Benfica to WinBetfred guide price · model 41%
1.42
Check odds @ 1.42
Season-long statistics highlight St. Gallen’s prolific attack with 72 goals and Benfica’s even higher scoring rate of 74 goals in an unbeaten league season. Defensive records differ, with St. Gallen showing recent lapses and Benfica maintaining solidity. This contrast underlines the potential for both teams to find the net, reinforcing the BTTS market rationale.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

-FC ST. Gallen Over 2.5
-Benfica Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Recent trends in matches involving these teams and similar fixtures suggest a high frequency of Over 2.5 Goals outcomes, driven by open play and attacking intent. Gallen’s last six competitive games mostly featured three or more goals, while Benfica’s offensive style under Marco Silva supports a fast tempo and goal-rich environment, aligning with the BTTS and Over 2.5 goals narrative.

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