Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

The Portuguese Primeira Liga match between Braga and Benfica on May 17, 2025, at the Estádio Municipal de Braga ended in a 1-1 draw. Rodrigo Zalazar scored a penalty in the 24th minute for Braga, while Vangelis Pavlidis equalized for Benfica in the 63rd minute. Braga's João Moutinho received a red card in the 66th minute.
Benfica dominated possession with 58.6% compared to Braga's 41.4%. However, Braga had more shots with 17 in total and 7 on target, while Benfica only managed 13 shots with just 2 on target. Braga committed 15 fouls and received 2 yellow cards, whereas Benfica committed 8 fouls, also receiving 2 yellow cards. The goalkeepers had different workloads, with Benfica's keeper making 6 saves compared to Braga's 1 save. Braga played with a 4-2-3-1 formation, and Benfica lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored a Benfica win, with a 45.3% probability, while Braga had a 30.7% chance, and a draw was predicted at 24.0%. The actual result was a draw, contradicting the AI's prediction. In their previous five games, Braga had two wins and three draws. Benfica, in their previous five games, had four wins and one draw. The last head-to-head game between these teams saw Benfica win 1-0.
Braga's recent form has been inconsistent, with a loss, a draw and a win in their most recent matches. They've struggled to maintain clean sheets, conceding goals in most of their recent outings. Benfica, while still performing well, has shown a slight dip in form with a recent draw against Sporting CP. This draw, along with the draw against Braga, suggests a potential vulnerability in their defense and a reliance on their attack to secure victories.
Benfica's next game is the Taca de Portugal final against Sporting CP on May 25, 2025. Considering both teams drew their league game on May 10th (1-1), and given Sporting CP's strong form and recent wins, this upcoming final promises to be a tightly contested affair. It's a crucial match for Benfica to secure silverware and potentially regain some momentum after a couple of less convincing results.

The Estádio Municipal de Braga is set to host a thrilling Portuguese Primeira Liga clash on May 17, 2025, as Braga takes on Benfica. However, the outcome might already be predetermined, at least according to advanced AI algorithms. The prediction favors a Benfica victory, with a 45.3% win probability compared to Braga's 30.7%. A draw is considered the least likely outcome, with a 24.0% chance.
Braga's recent form has been inconsistent, with two draws, two wins, and a loss in their last five league games. In contrast, Benfica boasts a stronger record, having won four and drawn one of their last five matches across all competitions.
Benfica's predicted triumph is bolstered by their star-studded squad. The Eagles have in their ranks the talented midfielder João Neves, known for his accurate passes and vision, and the prolific striker, Rafa Silva. Their last head-to-head encounters have been closely contested, but Benfica's higher team rating of 0.82 compared to Braga's 0.724 suggests a slight advantage. Football is unpredictable, but it seems like the odds are stacked in favor of Benfica securing three points on this occasion.