Benfica vs Barcelona: 9 Goals, Pavlidis Hatrick, Raphina Late Winner, Shady Penalty Calls- Revenge or Repeat in R16 KOs?

Benfica, unbeaten in their last eight matches, welcome Barcelona to Estadio da Luz for a thrilling Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash on Wednesday.

Barcelona, in electric form, are unbeaten in 2025 and placed second in the league phase with their attacking masterclass, which saw them win a dramatic 4-5 league phase encounter with Benfica at the same venue.

🔴Benfica Hope to get Revenge for 4-5 | Home Win = 3.67💵

Benfica have built strong momentum, winning seven of their last eight matches in all competitions. Their dramatic 3-3 draw against Monaco in the playoffs highlighted their attacking prowess, led by Vangelis Pavlidis.

Benfica now aim to take advantage of their home form against a formidable Blaugrana. With home support and an impressive record at Estadio da Luz, the Portuguese outfit will aim to contain Barcelona’s offensive firepower while exploiting defensive gaps.

🔵Barcelona Continue Quest for European Glory | Away Win = 1.95💵

Barcelona have been ruthless in the Champions League, scoring a record 28 goals in the league phase. Hansi Flick’s men are unbeaten in their last 15 matches and will look to take control of the tie with their free-flowing attack.

With La Liga leadership in their hands and a solid domestic run, the Catalan giants aim to replicate their thrilling 5-4 win over Benfica earlier this season as they eye the UCL trophy their sworn enemies keep winning.

🔑Key Players & Team News📰:

Barcelona welcomes Gavi back from illness but remain without Andreas Christensen, Marc Bernal, and Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Flick is expected to rely on Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal in attack.

For Benfica, midfield enforcer Florentino is sidelined with a thigh injury, joining Angel Di Maria, Alexander Bah, and Manu Silva on the injury list. Bruma returns from suspension to bolster the attack alongside Pavlidis.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.25💵

⚽Benfica are unbeaten in their last eight games in all competitions beating sides like Juventus and Monaco. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 1.85

⚽Barcelona are unbeaten in 15 consecutive matches in all competitions and have already beaten Benfica this season (4-5). | Specials Market: Away & Over 2.5 = 2.31

⚽Three of Benfica's last four home UCL games have seen over 3.5 goals scored. | Main Market: Over 3.5 = 2.03

With both teams boasting strong attacking firepower, Wednesday’s encounter promises an explosive start to their knockout tie in Lisbon.

🔗You can check out the UCL game, Benfica vs Barcelona, on MSport.

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