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Primeira Liga | Wed 09 Sep, 20:45

Moreirense v Benfica Stats

Data last updated: Tue 08 Sep 2026, 08:34 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Primeira Liga fixture features Moreirense hosting Benfica, with Benfica currently fourth in the table and Moreirense in 13th. Benfica's attacking prowess is evident from their recent form, averaging 3.5 goals per game and maintaining a perfect over 2.5 goals rate, while Moreirense has shown vulnerability at the back, conceding 2 goals per match and hitting over 2.5 goals in 75% of their recent games. The clash promises an open contest with Benfica's offensive firepower likely to test Moreirense's defense under pressure.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Goals

  • Benfica averages 3.5 goals per game with a 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently.
  • Moreirense concedes 2 goals per match and has a 75% over 2.5 goals rate in recent games.
  • Benfica's attacking players generate high shot volumes, averaging 21 shots and 8.25 on target per game.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.8 over the last 10 meetings, indicating potential for multiple goals.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies Over 3.5 Goals as a strong value bet with a 58% chance against an implied market chance of 47.6%, reflecting a 10.4% . Benfica's prolific attack, combined with Moreirense's defensive frailties and high recent over 2.5 goals rates for both teams, underpin this selection. The attacking intensity, shot volumes, and goal-scoring form support a high-scoring match scenario. No data limitations or price warnings affect this pick, making it a confident standard stake opportunity.

Model Chance58%
Strong positive
Implied Market Chance47.6%
Positive
Value Edge10.4%
Strong positive
Benfica AttackHigh shots and goals per game
Strong positive
Moreirense DefenseConcedes 2 goals per game
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect Benfica to leverage their attacking depth to break down Moreirense's defense, which has shown susceptibility to conceding multiple goals. Benfica's recent offensive form and Moreirense's defensive record suggest a match inclined towards a high goal tally, making Over 3.5 Goals a tactically and statistically sound choice.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Goal-scoring potential and tactical matchup

“Benfica's offensive efficiency combined with Moreirense's defensive lapses sets the stage for a high-scoring encounter. The data strongly supports a game with multiple goals, reflecting the attacking styles and recent form of both sides.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Goals evidence

Benfica averages 3.5 goals per game with a 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently.

Moreirense concedes 2 goals per match and has a 75% over 2.5 goals rate in recent games.

Benfica's attacking players generate high shot volumes, averaging 21 shots and 8.25 on target per game.

Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.8 over the last 10 meetings, indicating potential for multiple goals.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.8, close to the over 2.5 threshold.
  • Combined with recent team form and attacking tendencies, this trend suggests a continued pattern of open games with multiple goals, supporting the over 3.5 goals angle.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Moreirense1
Avg goals scored
Benfica3.5
Moreirense2
Avg goals conceded
Benfica0.75
Moreirense50%
BTTS rate
Benfica50%
Moreirense75%
Over 2.5 goals
Benfica100%
Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 58% vs implied 48% · edge +10.4 pts
2.1
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.44
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 61%
2.2
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 88%
1.12
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 26%
2.7
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 37%
1.62
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Both teams have demonstrated a tendency for high-scoring matches recently, with Benfica scoring 3.5 goals per game and Moreirense hitting over 2.5 goals in 75% of their outings. Both teams also share a 50% BTTS rate, suggesting goals from both sides and supporting an over 3.5 goals scenario.
Market odds

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

Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 61%
2.2
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Moreirense to WinBet365 guide price · model 22%
15
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
7
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Benfica to WinBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.14
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The Over 3.5 Goals market is priced attractively with a 2.1 reflecting a 47.6% implied chance, which is notably lower than the model's 58% probability. This discrepancy indicates clear value in backing a high-scoring game given the attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities present.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Moreirense2.25
Avg corners for
Benfica6.75
Moreirense7.5
Avg total corners
Benfica8.25
Moreirense3.25
Avg yellow cards
Benfica1.25
Moreirense6.25
Avg shots
Benfica21

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Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Moreirense

LWLD
Last 51W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 2L
04 Sep 2026A FC Porto1-2
30 Aug 2026A Casa Pia1-0
16 Aug 2026A Arouca0-4
09 Aug 2026H SC Braga2-2

Benfica

WWWD
Last 53W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 1D 0L
05 Sep 2026A Maritimo3-0
31 Aug 2026H Estoril2-1
17 Aug 2026A Casa Pia7-0
09 Aug 2026H Academico Viseu2-2
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 36% vs implied 21% · edge +15 pts
4.77
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Moreirense to WinBet365 guide price · model 22%
15
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.03
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
7
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Benfica to WinBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.14
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Recent form data shows Benfica with a perfect 100% over 2.5 goals rate and an average of 3.5 goals scored per game, reflecting potent attacking output. Moreirense's 75% over 2.5 goals rate and 2 goals conceded per match underline their defensive frailty, reinforcing the expectation of a high-scoring fixture.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Moreirense wins
5Draws
5Benfica wins
25 Apr 2026Benfica v Moreirense4-1
14 Dec 2025Moreirense v Benfica0-4
08 Feb 2025Benfica v Moreirense3-2
30 Aug 2024Moreirense v Benfica1-1
14 Apr 2024Benfica v Moreirense3-0
03 Dec 2023Moreirense v Benfica0-0
Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 61%
2.2
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Moreirense to WinBet365 guide price · model 22%
15
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
7
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Benfica to WinBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.14
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The head-to-head sample of 10 matches shows an average of 2.8 goals per game, indicating a moderately high scoring history between these teams. While not overwhelmingly high, this supports the potential for a goal-rich encounter, especially given current attacking forms.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Primeira Liga

Moreirense4
Played
Benfica4
Moreirense1
Avg goals for
Benfica3.5
Moreirense2
Avg goals against
Benfica0.8
Moreirense1
Clean sheets
Benfica2
Best odds for this sectionMoreirense to WinBet365 guide price · Model 22% vs implied 7% · edge +15 pts
15
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Benfica to WinBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.14
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Season-long statistics reveal Benfica's strong offensive profile with high shot volumes and goal conversion, while Moreirense's defensive record is among the weaker in the league, conceding frequently. These season trends align with the likelihood of a match exceeding 3.5 goals.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
4Benfica10431011
13Moreirense44112-4
Benfica's fourth-place standing with 10 points contrasts with Moreirense's 13th position and 4 points, highlighting a quality gap that favors Benfica's attacking control. While standings provide context, the focus remains on offensive and defensive metrics supporting a high-scoring game.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

75%Moreirense Over 2.5
100%Benfica Over 2.5
2.8H2H avg goals
Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.8, close to the over 2.5 threshold. Combined with recent team form and attacking tendencies, this trend suggests a continued pattern of open games with multiple goals, supporting the over 3.5 goals angle.

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