Casa Pia have done well against Benfica in recent encounters but I think the Eagles are well placed to bounce back here. They defended well in Edinburgh and can go one better in Rio Maior with a win to nil.
HTH
Benfica have a 29-6 record against Casa Pia with 10 draws between these clubs. The Eagles have failed to win in the previous three encounters.
Long Season Ahead for Casa Pia
Casa Pia narrowly avoided relegation last season, getting past Torreense in the relegation playoffs.
Álvaro Pacheco left the club with former Benfica youth manager Filipe Coelho given his first chance in a leading role.
Coelho’s side had 61% possession at Maritimo in their season opener. They didn’t do enough with it, losing 1-0 after ending with 0.68-1.40 xG in Madeira.
Games Coming Thick and Fast for Benfica
Benfica began the new campaign by getting past St. Gallen in the Europa League qualifiers. They lost 2-1 in Switzerland before a 5-0 victory in the return leg in Lisbon, Vangelis Pavlidis scoring four goals.
The Eagles did it far easier against Hearts in the third round, setting it up with a 6-1 home victory. They went to Edinburgh and drew 1-1, unable to capitalise on 20-5 shots.
Marco Silva’s side began Liga Portugal with a disappointing 2-2 draw against Academico Viseu. Gianluca Prestianni assisted Pavlidis and scored a solo goal, it wasn't enough as Benfica were pegged back twice.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Casa Pia (4-3-3): André Gomes; André Geraldes, João Goulart, David Sousa, Abdu Conté; Sebastián Pérez, Lawrence Ofori, Gabi Pereira; Kevin Prieto, Henrique Araújo, Rochinha
João Goulart is doubtful after coming off late on against Maritimo, Khaly a chance to start in central defence. Kevin Prieto could replace Korede Osundina on the right wing.
Coelho has confirmed that Patrick Sequeira and Jérémy Livolant are set to leave the club:
“When we arrived, Patrick Sequeira and the club clearly intended to seek a different sporting scenario for his career. This decision was never purely technical; it was practically already made, and that's why we brought in André Gomes.”
“Jérémy Livolant, on the other hand, is facing disciplinary proceedings. He showed a strong desire to leave and did not respect the values and principles that Casa Pia upholds. I believe it will have a positive outcome for both parties.”
Benfica (4-2-3-1): Samuel Soares; Alexander Bah, Tomás Araújo, Clement Lenglet, Samuel Dahl; Leandro Barreiro, Enzo Barrenechea; Gianluca Prestianni, Rafa Silva, Andreas Schjelderup; Vangelis Pavlidis
Marco Silva may have lost patience with Georgiy Sudakov which could see Rafa Silva start in the playmaker position. Expect Gianluca Prestianni and Andreas Schjelderup to start out wide.
Silva confirmed Amar Dedić is out due to an imminent transfer to Newcastle: “At this moment, I can say that he will be out of the squad, he hasn't been involved in the preparation for the game, regardless of how short it has been since the trip to Scotland. I have feedback from the management that it is at a fairly advanced stage."
How to Watch Casa Pia vs Benfica Live
- Event: Liga Portugal
- Round: Matchday Two
- Date: Monday, 17 August 2026
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