The Benfica vs Barcelona match will be broadcast on Paramount+, ViX (Free), TUDN, and UniMas on Tuesday, January 21, at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT. From the Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Benfica, led by Bruno Lage, will aim to assert their home dominance in this crucial Champions League match. Meanwhile, Barcelona, under Hans-Dieter Flick, will look to reinforce their position as one of the tournament favorites. Discover how both teams are performing, their recent results, possible lineups, and all the details of this thrilling encounter.
Benfica enters this match needing to secure vital points in the Champions League, supported by solid performances in domestic competitions. In their latest Primeira Liga match, they secured a 4-0 victory over Famalicao, showcasing offensive efficiency and complete control of the game from the start. Before this triumph, they achieved a 3-1 win over Farense in the Taca de Portugal, demonstrating their ability to adapt to different styles of play.
However, in the League Cup, they drew an exciting match against Sporting CP that ended 17-16 on penalties, revealing defensive issues in critical moments. Internationally, they recorded a goalless draw against Bologna in their last European outing, displaying defensive solidity but lacking creativity to break through the opposition’s lines.
Barcelona comes into this match as one of the tournament favorites, supported by consistent performances in both domestic and European competitions. In their most recent LaLiga match, they drew 1-1 against Getafe, dominating possession but failing to convert several clear scoring opportunities. Earlier, they crushed Real Betis 5-1 in the Copa del Rey, delivering an impressive offensive display that highlighted their attacking prowess.
In the Supercopa de Espana, they defeated Real Madrid 5-2 in a match that combined tactical solidity with counterattacking precision. Before that, they overcame Athletic Club 2-0, excelling in defensive discipline and transition play. These strong performances contrast with losses to Atletico Madrid and CD Leganes in earlier matches, which exposed defensive weaknesses.
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