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Estoril Praia x Benfica: Complete analysis, probable lineups and guess
Next Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 4:30 pm (Brasília time), Estoril Praia will host Benfica at António Coimbra da Mota Stadium, in a match valid for the 32nd round of the first Portuguese League. The confrontation is crucial to Benfica's claims in the title fight, while Estoril seeks to end the season with dignity and, perhaps, dream of a place in European competitions.
Context of teams
Estoril Praia
Estoril currently occupies the eighth position in the table, with 42 points. Despite having already guaranteed the permanence in the Portuguese football elite, the team still feeds remote hopes to reach a place in European competitions. To do this, you need to win your remaining games and cheer for stumbling out of direct opponents.
In the last six games, Estoril has won two wins, a draw and has suffered three losses. The team comes from a 3-1 win over Casa Pia, a result that brought relief after two consecutive losses without scoring goals. However, inconsistency has been a problem, especially at home games, where they haven't won for three matches.
Benfica
Benfica is in second position, tied at points with Sporting, but behind the goal balance. With only three rounds remaining, each game is a final for the incarnated in the search for the title. The team has been packed by a sequence of 11 wins in the last 12 games, scoring at least three goals in 10 of these matches.
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In the last round, Benfica thrashed AVS 6-0, showing their offensive strength. Out of home, the incarnates have been consistent, with six consecutive wins and a total of 32 points won away from their domains this season.
Probable lineups
Estoril Praia
Coach Ian Cathro faces some important embezzlement for the confrontation. Midfielder Jordan Holsgrove is suspended, while Wagner Pina is suspended after expulsion in the last match. Xeka is doubt due to injury.
Likely lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Dani Figueira
- Defenders: Pedro Carvalho, Lucas Africa, Bernardo Vital, Pedro Amaral
- Midfielders: Tiago Gouveia, Vinícius Zanocelo, Tiago Brito, Rafik Guitane
- Attackers: Alejandro Marqués, André Lacximímicant
Benfica
Coach Roger Schmidt must keep the base of the team that has been playing in recent matches. There are no reports of new embezzlement, and the team must go to the field with maximum force.
Likely lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Anatoliy Trubin
- Defenders: Alexander Bah, António Silva, Nicolás Otamendi, Álvaro Carreras
- Midfielders: João Neves, Florentino Luís, Orkun Kökçü
- Attackers: Rafa Silva, Ángel di María, Arthur Cabral
Guess
Given the context presented, Benfica is the great favorite for the confrontation. The team is experiencing an excellent moment, especially in the offensive sector, and faces an Estoril that has been irregular, especially in its domains.
Guess: Benfica Vitória 3 to 1.
Expected highlights:
- Arthur Cabral: Team top scorer, it is always a constant threat to the opposing goal.
- Rafa Silva: Your speed and skill can be decisive to break the defense of Estoril.
- Alejandro Marqués: On the Estoril side, it is the main hope of goals.
FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
The confrontation between Estoril Praia and Benfica promises to be exciting, with visitors seeking to maintain pressure on leader Sporting in the title race. Already Estoril will try to surprise and end the season with a remarkable victory against its fans. Regardless of the result, an open game is expected and with good opportunities for both sides.
Where to watch?
The game will be broadcast live in Portugal by Sport TV. In Brazil, the transmission can happen through the channel Espn or for the streaming service Star+.