Chelsea vs Benfica prediction
The Champions League returns to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, 30 September 2025 (kick-off 22:00 GMT+3) when Chelsea FC meet SL Benfica in Matchday 2 of the group stage (Ligaphase: 2). Both clubs enter the fixture on zero points following the opening round, with Chelsea having lost their opening match 1-3 (goals 1:3) and Benfica narrowly defeated 2-3 (goals 2:3). The encounter pits Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side against José Mourinho’s Benfica in what promises to be a tactical and competitive contest under the lights at Stamford Bridge.
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Main Betting Tip: Both teams score? Yes
The principal prediction is that both teams will score. Chelsea’s defensive record in the opening round and in several recent matches has shown vulnerabilities, while Benfica demonstrated attacking potency even in defeat (scoring two goals in their opener). Given the attacking capabilities on both sides, and the likelihood that the fixture will be open at various stages as neither side can afford a second consecutive group-stage setback, both teams finding the net is a reasonable expectation. Additionally, previous head-to-head matches have tended to produce goals from both teams.
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Betting Tip 2: Chelsea Win (DNB)
Our second betting prediction for this fixture is a home victory (DNB) for Chelsea. Despite a challenging start to the season — currently without points and having conceded three goals in their opening Champions League match — the combination of Stamford Bridge advantage, historical dominance over Benfica in recent encounters, and the tactical appointment of Enzo Maresca suggests that Chelsea can secure a positive result. Chelsea have recorded four consecutive wins over Benfica in their last four meetings across all competitions, including a dramatic 4:1 victory after extra time in their most recent direct meeting (1:1 after regular time). That psychological edge, together with home support and the need to recover in the group standings, makes Chelsea the logical pick for this market.
Betting Tip 3: Correct score: 2-1
Our final and highest-resolution prediction is a 2:1 home win for Chelsea. This correct-score selection aligns with the expectation of a narrow Chelsea victory while still accommodating the Both Teams to Score prediction. It reflects the likely balance between Chelsea’s home intent and Benfica’s counter-attacking threat under José Mourinho. This specific scoreline also mirrors the club’s recent ability to edge oppositions in competitive fixtures where marginal differences decide the outcome.
Statistics for Chelsea FC vs SL Benfica
Chelsea FC team news!
Chelsea, managed by Enzo Maresca, have had a mixed run of form across all competitions: in their last five matches they recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats. The side sits on 0 points in the group after one match and occupies 28th position in the table for this stage. Home record in the competition is currently 0 wins, 0 draws, 0 defeats (no home Champions League fixtures counted yet this campaign). Maresca will be under pressure to tighten his defensive organisation and extract the best from his attacking players on home soil. Recent performances suggest the coach will emphasise structure and set-piece discipline to reverse the early-season trend and claim the necessary three points in the group.
SL Benfica team news!
SL Benfica, coached by José Mourinho, arrive at Stamford Bridge also on 0 points after losing their opening fixture by a narrow margin. Their recent overall form is comparatively steadier: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in the last five matches across all competitions. Benfica’s away record in the competition has yet to be established (0 wins, 0 draws, 0 defeats in the group so far). Mourinho’s experience in European knockout and group-stage matches is likely to influence Benfica’s tactical setup, leaning towards compact defensive blocks and quick transitions to exploit spaces on the counterattack.
H2H statistics
The head-to-head record in the last four meetings between Chelsea and Benfica is emphatically in Chelsea’s favour: 4 wins for Chelsea, 0 draws and 0 wins for Benfica. The last direct meeting saw Chelsea secure a 4:1 victory after extra time, following a 1:1 scoreline at the end of normal time. This sequence demonstrates Chelsea’s capacity to prevail in tightly contested ties against Benfica and contributes to their psychological advantage heading into the upcoming fixture.
Last results Chelsea FC
In their most recent five matches across all competitions Chelsea have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats. The current formline suggests instability and defensive concern, culminating in a 1:3 home defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in their last match. This sequence will be a focus for Enzo Maresca to address ahead of hosting Benfica, with the team needing a prompt and measurable improvement to regain confidence and secure points in the Champions League group.
Last results SL Benfica
Benfica’s recent five-match return across all competitions reads as 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Their most recent result was a 2:1 home victory over Gil Vicente, demonstrating a capacity to respond positively after the opening group-stage reverse. José Mourinho’s squad shows a degree of resilience, and Benfica will travel to Stamford Bridge aiming to build on the stabilising results recorded domestically.
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Conclusion
On balance, Chelsea are the favourites for this fixture. The historical head-to-head dominance, home advantage, and the imperative to respond to an opening-day defeat provide strong reasons to back a Chelsea victory. Benfica, however, are not to be underestimated under José Mourinho; they possess tactical acumen and attacking options that make them a dangerous opponent capable of scoring. Our consolidated view therefore supports a Chelsea win (DNB), with both teams finding the net, and a plausible exact score of 2:1 in favour of Chelsea. Bettors should consider the listed odds at 1xBet and manage stakes responsibly, acknowledging the inherent uncertainties of European knockout and group-stage football.
