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Estoril vs Benfica

Liga PortugalFull time · 16 May 2026
Estoril

Estoril

Lost · xG 1.90LDDLLLast 5
Full time
1 — 3
90+4'
⚽ Richard Ríos 7' · ⚽ Alexander Bah 15' · ⚽ Rafa Silva 16' · ⚽ unknown 90'

Benfica

Won · xG 3.44WDDWWLast 5
Benfica
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ ETR · last goal · 90'
32
68
ETR · 1.90 xG3.44 xG · SLB
Match StoryFull breakdown

Estoril 1–3 Benfica

Benfica made it look comfortable away at Estoril, running out 3-1 winners in the Liga Portugal to maintain their push at the top of the table. A professional job from the Eagles, even if Estoril managed to get one back.

Liga PortugalSat 16 May, 20:30
Key Takeaways
Result

Benfica claimed an impressive away victory to boost their season.

Goals

Plenty of attacking intent from both sides produced an entertaining goal tally.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the Benfica end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionLiga Portugal
First Goal
Richard Ríos
7'⚽
Richard Ríos
Andreas SchjelderupAssist: Andreas Schjelderup
Match Report
Benfica Cruise to 3-1 Win at Estoril to Keep Title Charge Alive
JTJay Thompson

Benfica Cruise to 3-1 Win at Estoril to Keep Title Charge Alive

Benfica made it look comfortable away at Estoril, running out 3-1 winners in the Liga Portugal to maintain their push at the top of the table. A professional job from the Eagles, even if Estoril managed to get one back.

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Key Events
  1. 7'
    BenficaRichard RíosRichard Ríos
    assist: Andreas Schjelderup
  2. 15'
    BenficaAlexander BahAlexander Bah
    assist: Tomás Araújo
  3. 16'
    BenficaRafa SilvaRafa Silva
    assist: Gianluca Prestianni
  4. 22'
    Estoril
    Off the ball foul
  5. 46'
    Estoril
  6. 46'
    Estoril
  7. 47'
    BenficaAlexander BahAlexander Bah
    Foul
  8. 52'
    Estoril
    Foul
  9. 58'
    Estoril
  10. 65'
    Estoril
    Foul
  11. 68'
    BenficaAmar DedićAmar Dedić
    off: Alexander Bah
  12. 68'
    BenficaLeandro BarreiroLeandro Barreiro
    off: Rafa Silva
  13. 68'
    BenficaDodi LukébakioDodi Lukébakio
    off: Gianluca Prestianni
  14. 68'
    Estoril
  15. 68'
    BenficaGianluca PrestianniGianluca Prestianni
  16. 78'
    Estoril
  17. 80'
    BenficaManu SilvaManu Silva
    off: Fredrik Aursnes
  18. 84'
    BenficaBrumaBruma
    off: Andreas Schjelderup
  19. 90+1'
    Estoril
    Left foot shot
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

Estoril 1.90 xGBenfica 3.44 xG
Cumulative · approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the Liga Portugal standings.

#TeamPWDLPts
1Porto34284288
2Sporting CP34257282
3Benfica342311080
4Sporting Braga341611759
5Famalicão341511856
6Gil Vicente3413111050
7Moreirense341271543
8Vitória Guimarães341261642
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Estoril vs Benfica?

The match finished 1-3 to Benfica.

Who won Estoril vs Benfica?

Benfica won the match 3-1.

When did Estoril vs Benfica take place?

The match took place on Saturday, 16 May 2026.

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📊 AI-generated recap and structured data

Benfica won 3-1 at Estoril in Liga Portugal, landing our model's 64% pick for a Benfica victory. The visitors controlled the match and converted their chances efficiently despite Estoril's resilience in attack. Benfica's recent form, unbeaten across their last five games, proved decisive against a home side that had managed only one win in that same stretch. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Benfica's third consecutive victory moved them closer to the summit, consolidating their place in the top three. Estoril's defeat deepened their mid-table struggles and widened the gap between them and the promotion zone. Our model flagged Benfica's superior form and attacking potency; this result aligned with their trajectory. The loss leaves Estoril searching for consistency as the season progresses.

Estoril v Benfica · Liga Portugal · 16/05/2026, 20:30:00