LiontipsJuventus vs Benfica. Prediction and Betting Tips for UEFA Champions League 2022–23 (September 14, 2022).
Command Analysis
Juventus endured yet another poor start to the season. The Old Lady currently sits in 8th place in the Serie A table, four points behind the current leader Napoli. In recent games, Massimiliano Allegri's men delivered disappointing performances. For instanse, they failed to defeat Salernitana last weekend - Juventus were two goals down before halftime and only managed to level the score.
In the Champions League, Juventus suffered a defeat to PSG (1:2) last week. The French champions looked much more creative and fresh. The Italians will have to step up their game if they want to retain a chance for a top-2 finish.
Benfica, on the other hand, have been doing well so far this season. The Eagles had to pass two qualifying rounds to get into the main draw of the Champions League. They celebrated success over Midtjylland and Dynamo Kyiv and secured a spot in Group H alongside Maccabi Haifa, Juventus, and PSG.
Roger Schmidt's side confidently defeated Maccabi Haifa (2:0) in their first Champions League game last week. In the domestic league, the Eagles collected maximum points from the first six games and currently top the standings, two points ahead of the second Braga.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:1
This score was recorded in 2 of the last 6 head-to-head games.
СтавкаBenfica to score in 2nd half
In Benfica's last 5 games, this bet won.
СтавкаJuventus to score in 2nd half
In the last 2 games, Juventus scored after halftime.
Tip and bets
Despite Juventus' efforts, the team's game leaves much to be desired. The coach is still searching for the right combination of players in almost every line. But Juventus are a better team on paper, and we believe they can clinch three points at home. We will give the hosts a slight edge here.
Our prediction – Juventus to win
Juventus make too many mistakes on defense, plus their main goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny is out injured. We do not doubt the hosts' offensive potential, but due to weak defense they are unlikely to win by more than one goal.
Second prediction - Juventus to win by 1 goal
