Prediction: Benfica vs. Real Sociedad – Champions League – Oct 24, 2023

On October 24, 2023, at 8 pm UK time, Benfica will lock horns with Real Sociedad at the Estadio da Luz in a crucial Group D Champions League fixture. As Benfica hunts for their maiden points in this season’s group stage, they face a Real Sociedad side that’s riding high after their recent victory against Red Bull Salzburg. This matchup is pivotal for Benfica to rekindle their European aspirations and bounce back from consecutive defeats.

Analysis: Benfica: Anticipated as one of the group stage qualifiers, Benfica’s European journey this season has been rocky. Two straight losses to Red Bull Salzburg and Inter Milan have left Roger Schmidt’s side at the bottom of the group. Their shocking defeat at the hands of a 10-man Salzburg squad was particularly disheartening. However, they remain a force to reckon with, especially on their home turf. Their recent 4-1 victory over Lusitania in the Taca de Portugal serves as a testament to their attacking prowess. With a four-point gap to bridge, a win against the Spanish side could potentially reposition them in the group, depending on other results.

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Real Sociedad: The Spanish side enters this fixture with a buoyed spirit, courtesy of their 2-0 triumph over Salzburg. The goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Brais Mendez in the first 30 minutes set the tone for the victory. This success marked Sociedad’s first group-stage win in the Champions League since 2003. Currently tied atop the group with Inter Milan, Imanol Alguacil’s squad will be determined to continue their unbeaten streak. Although their narrow 1-0 win over Real Mallorca might not inspire immense confidence, their ambition to dominate in Group D should be the driving force in Lisbon.

Team News: Benfica’s lineup will miss the services of Angel Di Maria and Alexander Bah due to injuries. In their absence, Fredrik Aursnes might be deployed at right-back, with Benfica likely to adopt a 4-2-3-1 formation. Real Sociedad, on the other hand, faces uncertainty with players like Andre Silva, Alvaro Odriozola, and Kieran Tierney, all nursing muscle issues. Martin Merquelanz will be absent, leaving La Real potentially continuing with their 4-4-2 formation.

Prediction: Considering both teams’ recent form and the stakes at play, this is expected to be a closely contested match. Goal.mu predicts: Benfica 2-1 Real Sociedad. Benfica’s home advantage and their urgency to secure points might tip the balance in their favor. However, Sociedad’s current form should not be underestimated.

Other Betting Markets Predictions:

• Both Teams to Score: Yes
• Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 Full Time

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