Monaco vs Benfica Prediction & Tips
Monaco made a confident start to the group stage of the tournament. The team played its first four games without defeat, winning three and drawing one. However, Adi Hütter’s team was unable to maintain that form until the end, and three defeats in the next four matches meant that the club was only 17th in the final standings.
Overall, the Monegasques showed an interesting statistic: their attacking and defensive performance was balanced, with 13 goals scored and 13 goals conceded. This clearly illustrates the volatility of their game. In terms of home games, the team did not lose in 5 of their last 7 Champions League matches, winning 4 and drawing 1.
For their part, Bruno Lage’s team finished the group stage in a higher position than their future opponents in the knockout phase. The Portuguese did not lose in 5 of the 8 matches in the main phase, winning 4 and drawing 1, with the away win against Monaco being the highlight.
It is important to note that 9 of Benfica’s 13 points were obtained in away games, making them the fifth best away team in the Champions League. For example, on the last matchday, the Eagles defeated Juventus 2-0 in Turin.
Monaco – Benfica FREE TIPS
Both Teams to Score – YES @ 1.60
