Our Predictions
Newcastle have been strong at home recently, and the odds reflect their slight edge. Their recent run and passionate crowd give them a boost against a Benfica side that, while solid, has not played Newcastle in over a decade. The home advantage is real.
Both teams have shown they can score, and the odds for 'Yes' are attractive. Newcastle’s home support and attacking options, plus Benfica’s European experience, suggest goals at both ends.
The odds for Over 2.5 are solid, and both teams have been involved in high-scoring games lately. Their styles—Newcastle pressing, Benfica countering—should create chances and likely goals.
Welcome to Extratips, your go-to spot for football insights, bets, and all the buzz ahead of Newcastle vs Benfica in the Champions League. This Tuesday, Newcastle United host Benfica at St. James’ Park in what promises to be a European showdown with plenty at stake. Both sides have seen good and bad patches recently, but now is the time for them to prove their worth on the big stage. What’s the mood? Both sets of fans are pumped. Newcastle will lean on their home crowd and the form that’s brought them some big wins. Benfica, though, have a knack for stepping up in Europe and a solid record in this fixture—they’ve never lost to Newcastle in three meetings. The last time these teams clashed was more than a decade ago, but history shows Benfica always came out on top or held firm. Newcastle’s recent home games have been strong, but Benfica’s away form cannot be ignored. Expect both teams to throw everything at this—Newcastle’s aggressive press, Benfica’s slick counter-attacks. The odds favor the home side, but value can be found in the Over 2.5 and Both Teams to Score markets, as both teams like to find the net. Watch for key battles in midfield and the impact of returning players. Will Newcastle finally break the Benfica curse, or will the Portuguese giants continue their dominance? The stage is set for a thrilling contest.