Benfica vs FC Arouca Prediction: The Eagles Will Dominate From Start To Finish!

Benfica will welcome FC Arouca to the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in the 33rd round of the Primeira Liga. 

Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between Benfica vs. FC Arouca, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Benfica

Benfica succumbed to a shock 2-0 defeat against Famalicao last time out, squandering their chances of clinching the league title as archrivals Sporting CP were crowned the new champions.

In light of this result, the Eagles saw their three-match winning streak in the league come to an end. At home, they've maintained solid form; they are currently on a 10-match winning streak and have avoided defeat in their last 19 matches, which should see them motivated to return to winning ways. 

With 76 points accumulated from 32 matches, Benfica currently sits in second place in the Primeira Liga standings and has maintained a ten-point cushion over third-placed FC Porto.

FC Arouca

FC Arouca, on the other hand, played out a goalless draw against Estrela Amadora at the Estádio Municipal de Arouca. This comes after squandering a two-goal lead against Gil Vicente away from home to play out a nail-biting 2-2 draw.

They are currently on a three-match draw streak in the league; however, it's worth mentioning that they have avoided defeat in their last six matches (W3, D3), having been on a two-match losing streak. Away from home, they have avoided defeat in their last three matches (D2, W1) and will be aiming for a favorable outcome in this one. 

With 46 points accumulated from 32 matches, FC Arouca sits in seventh place in the Primeira Liga standings and has maintained a four-point cushion over eighth-placed Famalicao.

Expert Betting Tips

Benfica have nothing to play for after their setback against Famalicao, which cost them a league title this season. However, they can still finish the season on a high by finishing in second place, which is a one-way ticket to next season's UEFA Champions League competition, though that position is yet to be guaranteed as they have maintained a ten-point deficit over second-placed FC Porto.

The Eagles have been the superior side in this fixture, and we expect them to secure a commanding win in front of their fans by supporting them in the full-time market combined with the total of over 2.5 goals.

• W1 & TO 2.5 for 1.61
• Half-time/Full-time - Benfica for 1.65
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.80