LiontipsBenfica v Spartak. Prediction and Betting Tips for Champions League (August 10, 2021).
Command Analysis
Benfica didn't have a very successful previous season, allowing both Porto and Sporting to overtake them in the league. The Eagles couldn't win the Cup either, yielding to another principal rival, Braga. However, Jorge Jesusand his team clearly intend to improve their results this season. Benfica strengthened the team in the offseason and have their eyes on the champion title.
In the first official game of the new season, Benfica played in Moscow against Spartak. In the first half, the Eagles had an advantage, but they didn't score before halftime. In the second half, Benfica finally made use of their attacking chances (2:0). The away victory gives the team a great advantage. Benfica also kicked off the new season of Primeira Liga with a difficult 2:1 victory over Moreirense.
Spartak entered the new season with the new manager Rui Vitoria. In test matches and at the Parimatch Premier Cup, the Red-whites looked solid, but in the first round of the Russian Premier League, they unexpectedly lost 0:1 to Rubin. Before the home game against Benfica, Spartak beat Krylia Sovetov 1-0 in Samara and probably hoped to build on their success in the Champions League, but that was not meant to be.
Spartak couldn't create anything in the attack and made too many mistakes. They conceded twice and lost with a score of 0:2, which still leaves Spartak theoretical chances for success in the Champions League qualifications, but in fact, the Red-whites need a miracle. Before the trip to Portugal, Spartak lost 0:2 at home to Nizhny Novgorod and dropped to 11th place in the standings.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2: 1
In the last 6 games of Benfica, this score was recorded twice.
СтавкаBenfica to score in 2nd half
This bet played in the last two head-to-head games.
СтавкаSpartak to score in 2nd half
Spartak scored in the second half in 2 of their last 3 games.
Tip and bets
Benfica have secured a very comfortable result and goal difference. A two-goal advantage allows the Eagles to play carefully and they don't have to take any risks. Spartak must score three goals, but they won't dare to attack from the first minutes of the game. The Red-whites will certainly try to find their chances on counterattacks.
Benfica, as the host and favorite, will play to win, but we don't think they will try to crash the opponent. Spartak, on the other hand, must have worked on their mistakes. We believe that the visitor will avoid devastation.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+1.5) to Spartak.
Benfica have already achieved the desired result in Moscow and are unlikely to waste their energy at home. The Eagles will play to win, but they won't pressure Spartak from the first minutes. Victory with a minimal advantage will suffice.
Second wager - Benfica to win by 1 goal.
