Pre-match preview
The stage is set for an intriguing encounter in the 11th round of the Portuguese League on November 8, 2026, as Estrela hosts Benfica. There is much at stake for both sides as they look to assert their agendas in the current campaign. Estrela faces a difficult challenge, entering the match in poor form with just one win, one draw, and four losses in their last six outings, scoring 6 goals while conceding 11. Their recent sequence shows a struggle for consistency, following a 2-1 defeat to Moreirense. Conversely, Benfica arrives in formidable shape, boasting five wins and only one defeat in their last six matches. They have been highly productive in the final third, netting 15 goals and conceding 6, most recently securing a 2-1 victory over Santa Clara. There are no previous meetings between these two sides in our records, leaving the head-to-head history a blank slate. As the match approaches, the contrast in current momentum is clear. While Benfica will aim to assert their dominance, Estrela will be desperate to stabilize their form. It promises to be a compelling tactical battle where Benfica’s offensive firepower meets Estrela’s resolve to secure a positive result on home soil.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Pts | Next match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
FC Porto |
10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 30 |
Vitória SC
|
| 2 |
Benfica |
9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 22 |
Alverca
|
| 3 |
Sporting CP |
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 21 |
Moreirense
|
| 4 |
Santa Clara |
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 21 |
GIL Vicente
|
| 5 |
Arouca |
10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 20 |
Famalicao
|
| 6 |
Academico Viseu |
10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
Nacional
|
| 7 |
GIL Vicente |
9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
Vitória SC
|
| 8 |
SC Braga |
10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 14 |
Rio Ave
|
| 9 |
Moreirense |
10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | -4 | 14 |
Sporting CP
|
| 10 |
Alverca |
9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 11 |
Benfica
|
| 11 |
Famalicao |
10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
Arouca
|
| 12 |
Estrela |
10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -4 | 10 |
Benfica
|
| 13 |
Vitória SC |
9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
GIL Vicente
|
| 14 |
Maritimo |
10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -12 | 8 |
Estoril
|
| 15 |
Nacional |
10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -9 | 7 |
Academico Viseu
|
| 16 |
Rio Ave |
10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -14 | 7 |
SC Braga
|
| 17 |
Casa Pia |
10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -14 | 7 |
Alverca
|
| 18 |
Estoril |
10 | 0 | 2 | 8 | -14 | 2 |
Maritimo
|
FC Porto
Sporting CP
Santa Clara
Arouca
Academico Viseu
SC Braga
Maritimo
Casa Pia