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How to watch Benfica vs SC Braga; Portuguese Primeira Liga broadcast

Find out the schedule and how to watch the Benfica vs SC Braga match: possible lineup, predictions, and more from the Primeira Liga Portug

By Angel Carrillo Hernández

Benfica match | Photo: @SLBenfica
Benfica match | Photo: @SLBenfica
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The Benfica vs SC Braga match will air on Fanatiz on Saturday, January 4, at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT. From the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, the Eagles aim to recover from their recent defeat and consolidate their position in the Primeira Liga, while Braga looks to overcome their inconsistencies and stay competitive on the table. Learn how both teams arrive, their strategies, and the keys to this matchup.

How Does Benfica Arrive?

Under the leadership of Bruno Lage, Benfica remains one of the most solid teams in the Primeira Liga. In their last match, they suffered a narrow defeat to Sporting CP, where offensive opportunities failed to materialize against a well-organized defense. Previously, they comfortably defeated Estoril with a commanding 3-0, highlighting their ability to dominate at home. Despite recent draws against Nacional and AVS, Benfica has maintained defensive stability and showcased strength in European encounters, such as their 3-2 victory over AS Monaco in the Champions League.

In recent months, the Eagles have excelled in both domestic and continental competitions, achieving significant wins against teams like Porto and Arouca. Despite recent challenges, Benfica remains firmly in contention for the top spots on the table.

Recent Matches for Benfica:

  • December 29: Sporting CP 1-0 Benfica (Primeira Liga)
  • December 23: Benfica 3-0 Estoril (Primeira Liga)
  • December 19: Nacional 0-0 Benfica (Primeira Liga)
  • December 15: AVS 1-1 Benfica (Primeira Liga)
  • December 11: Benfica 0-0 Bologna (Champions League)

How Does SC Braga Arrive?

The team, managed by Carlos Carvalhal, has shown mixed performances recently. In their last match, they fell to Casa Pia in a game where a lack of offensive efficiency proved costly. Before that, Braga secured a solid 2-0 victory over Santa Clara, demonstrating organized defense and effective attacking play. However, consecutive draws against Famalicão and Estoril revealed the need for greater consistency in their gameplay.

In European competitions, Braga has had notable moments, such as their 3-0 victory over Hoffenheim in the Europa League, but also faced significant defeats, like the 3-0 loss to AS Roma. Despite ups and downs, the team maintains a position near the top of the table, vying for a spot in international tournaments.

Recent Matches for SC Braga:

  • December 29: Braga 1-2 Casa Pia (Primeira Liga)
  • December 22: Santa Clara 0-2 Braga (Primeira Liga)
  • December 16: Braga 3-3 Famalicão (Primeira Liga)
  • December 12: AS Roma 3-0 Braga (Europa League)
  • December 6: Braga 2-2 Estoril (Primeira Liga)

Probable Lineups

Benfica:

  • Anatolii Trubin
  • Alexander Bah
  • Tomas Araujo
  • Nicolás Otamendi
  • Álvaro Fernandez
  • Fredrik Aursnes
  • Florentino Luis
  • Orkun Kokcu
  • Ángel Di María
  • Zeki Amdouni
  • Muhammed Kerem Akturkoglu

SC Braga:

  • Matheus
  • Joao Ferreira
  • Robson Bambu
  • Sikou Niakate
  • Roger Fernandes
  • Rodrigo Zalazar Martínez
  • Joao Moutinho
  • Yuri Ribeiro
  • Ricardo Horta
  • Amine El Ouazzani
  • Bruma

Predictions

Odds:

  • Benfica: -250
  • Draw: +390
  • SC Braga: +575

Match Schedule

Details:

  • Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025
  • Time: 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
  • Tournament: Primeira Liga Portuguese
  • Stadium: Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica

How to Watch Benfica vs SC Braga Live

Broadcast:

  • Fanatiz

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