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Benfica vs Fenerbahce Preview & Prediction | 2025-26 UEFA Champions League | Playoffs

by Alex Lawes · August 26 2025, 11:20
Benfica vs Fenerbahce Preview & Prediction | 2025-26 UEFA Champions League | Playoffs

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We have two of the middling so-called giants of European football bidding for a place in the 36-team league phase of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League campaign.

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How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / US – Not televised

How to watch online: UK – Discovery+ / US – Paramount+

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Benfica vs Fenerbahce prediction

At the Sukru Saracoglu Stadyumu in Istanbul last week, Fenerbahce and Benfica shared a goalless draw in the first-leg of their UEFA Champions League playoff round tie, though Benfica defensive midfielder Florentino Luis was sent off in the 71st minute and now the Portugal international is sidelined through suspension for this second-leg.

Benfica have since shared a frustrating goalless draw with Tondela in the Primeira Liga, leaving them six points adrift of rivals Sporting CP at the top-of-the-table. Jose Mourinho needs some major improvement from Fener last season after their disappointing campaign across all competitions last year.

Mourinho will ensure his Fenerbahce side are tedious to play against but, with their home advantage, Benfica have to be seen as favourites to progress through.

Benfica vs Fenerbahce tip: Benfica to win

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