Match report
Benfica 1-0 Alverca: match report
Benfica secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Alverca in the Primeira Liga with a penalty from Vangelis Pavlidis.
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Benfica defeated Alverca 1-0 in the Primeira Liga on Monday at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon. The only goal of the match came from Vangelis Pavlidis, who scored a penalty in the 51st minute.
Pavlidis converted the penalty after Benfica was awarded a spot-kick, putting them ahead 1-0. Alverca struggled to find an equaliser despite having four shots on target.
Alverca received four yellow cards during the match, with Yaya Bojang booked in the 15th minute, followed by Francisco Chiquinho in the 58th minute and Ian Luccas in the 63rd minute. Benfica's Clément Lenglet was cautioned in the 65th minute.
Key statistics showed Benfica dominated possession with 65% compared to Alverca's 35%. Benfica had an expected goals (xG) of 1.6, while Alverca's was 0.6. Both teams managed four shots on target, but Benfica had more corners, earning eight to Alverca's five.
Going into the game, Benfica were in second place with 22 points from nine matches, while Alverca sat in tenth with 11 points. This win keeps Benfica in the chase for the top of the table.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Benfica vs Alverca preview: form, head-to-head & prediction
Benfica will face Alverca in the Primeira Liga on Monday at 20:15 GMT at the Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon.
Benfica are in excellent form, winning their last five matches. They recently defeated GIL Vicente 4-1 on 29 October, Santa Clara 2-1 on 26 October, and Omonia Nicosia 4-1 on 22 October. They sit in second place in the league with 22 points from 9 games, having scored 26 goals and conceded 8.
Alverca have had a mixed run, winning three of their last five but losing their last two matches. They lost 1-0 to Arouca on 24 October and 2-0 to Tondela on 18 October. Alverca are currently in ninth place with 11 points from 9 games, scoring 13 goals and conceding 13. Their recent win was a 4-1 victory against Famalicao on 12 October.
In their head-to-head record, Benfica have won both previous meetings against Alverca, with scores of 2-1 in February 2026 and 2-1 in August 2025.
The odds suggest Benfica are the favourites for this match.
Match Events
All events- 90+3'Gianluca Prestianni(Out: Jakub Kamiński)
- 90+2'João Palhinha(Out: Manuel Silva)
- 90+2'Vangelis Pavlidis(Out: Jhon Durán)
- 86'Isaac James(Out: Cedric Nuozzi)
- 75'Dawda Camara Sankharé(Out: Vivaldo Semedo)
- 75'Ian Luccas(Out: Zé Rafael)
- 69'Dodi Lukebakio(Out: Rafa Silva)
- 65'Clément Lenglet
Match Statistics
All stats- 65%Possession35%
- 1.60Expected Goals (xG)0.60
- 4Shots on Target4
- 8Corners5
- 11Fouls15
Prediction
Live win probability
Benfica 94%Draw 5%Alverca 0%
Benfica is most likely to win the game against Alverca.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionPrimeira Liga · Regular Season 10
- VenueEstadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Lisbon · 64642
- RefereeCosta, Bruno Pires
- ForecastClear night, 18.19°C
Last five games
BenficaWWWWW
Alverca
LLLWW
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  FC Porto | 10 | +21 | 30 |
| 2 | Benfica | 10 | +19 | 25 |
| 3 |  Sporting CP | 10 | +12 | 21 |
| 4 |  Santa Clara | 10 | +9 | 21 |
| 5 |  Arouca | 10 | +6 | 20 |
| 6 |  Académico Viseu | 10 | +3 | 20 |
Highlights
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Benfica vs Alverca: result, stats & highlights
Benfica and Alverca finished 1-0 in the Primeira Liga (Regular Season 10) at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica. Played: (your local time).
Benfica are 2nd in the table on 25 points; Alverca are 10th on 11.
Recent form: Benfica WWWWW, Alverca LLLWW.
Head-to-head (last 3): Benfica 3 wins, 0 draws, Alverca 0 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics and video highlights below.