Prediction: Benfica vs St. Gallen – Europa League – 30/07/2026
Preview
Benfica will face St. Gallen in the Europa League on Thursday, 30th July 2026, at 20:00 BST. The Eagles have been in decent form lately, with three wins and two draws in their last five games. They convincingly beat CF Os Belenenses 5-1 in their last outing, while also earning a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Caldas. Benfica's recent performances suggest they will be a force to be reckoned with.
St. Gallen, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results in their last five games. They have won two matches, including a 2-1 victory over Zürich in the Swiss Super League, and a 2-1 win over Benfica in the Europa League. However, they have also suffered defeats in their last two games, with a 0-3 loss to Norwich City and a 6-3 thrashing at the hands of Olympique Lyonnais. Despite this, St. Gallen's recent performances show they are capable of competing with the best teams in Europe.
Benfica
Fulltime Result
St. Gallen
home
62.26%
draw
20.62%
away
17.16%
Benfica will host St. Gallen on 30/07/2026 in the Europa League. Our experts believe that Benfica have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form. In their last five games, Benfica have been impressive, with four wins and one draw. They defeated CF Os Belenenses 5-1 in a Club Friendlies 3 match, and drew 2-2 with Caldas in another Club Friendlies 3 match. Benfica also won 2-0 against Villarreal and 2-1 against Flamengo in Club Friendlies 3 matches, but lost 2-1 to St. Gallen in the Europa League. On the other hand, St. Gallen have had a mixed run of results, with two wins and three defeats in their last five games. They defeated Zürich 2-1 in the Swiss Super League, and won 2-1 against Benfica in the Europa League. However, they suffered defeats at the hands of Norwich City 0-3 in a Club Friendlies 3 match, Olympique Lyonnais 6-3 in a Club Friendlies 3 match, and Winterthur 0-1 in a Club Friendlies 3 match.
Benfica's recent victories have been impressive, with a goal difference of more than three in some matches. They defeated CF Os Belenenses 5-1, which is a significant win. St. Gallen's defeats have also been notable, with a goal difference of more than three in some matches. They lost 0-3 to Norwich City, which is a significant defeat.
Our experts believe that Benfica have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form and impressive victories. However, St. Gallen have shown that they can compete with the best teams, and their recent win against Benfica in the Europa League will give them confidence. In the end, our experts believe that Benfica will win this match, but it will be a closely contested game.
Both teams can count on all their players, and there is no information about any key players missing the game. There are no rumors about this match that we are aware of.
Benfica
Both Teams To Score
St. Gallen
yes
52.16%
no
47.84%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Benfica and St. Gallen. In the last five games, Benfica scored a total of 13 goals, while St. Gallen found the net 11 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Benfica
Over/Under
St. Gallen
Over 1.5
yes
78.02%
no
21.98%
Over 2.5
yes
55.63%
no
44.37%
Over 3.5
yes
34.02%
no
65.98%
Over 4.5
yes
22.39%
no
77.61%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Benfica and St. Gallen. In the last five games, Benfica scored a total of 22 goals, while St. Gallen scored 24 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Benfica
Benfica x St. Gallen Last matches
St. Gallen
Benfica
0%
Draw
0%
St. Gallen
100%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3
Both teams score 100
Goals scored(time 1) 2
Goals scored(time 2) 1
Over 2,5 100
Under 2.5 0
Benfica
Total results
St. Gallen
1 matches
1
wins
/
0
draws
/
0
wins
1
wins
(100%)
0
draws
(0%)
0
wins
(0%)
Recent form
Benfica
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.67
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 2.33
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 04/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 17/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 24/07/2026
St. Gallen
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 1.83
Goals conceded 2.17
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 27/06/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 11/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 17/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
Super League - 26/07/2026
Latest news and statistics from Benfica
Benfica is gearing up for the 2nd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League, facing a crucial test against St. Gallen. The Eagles have been in a mixed form lately, with a slight dip in their performance. Their last five games have seen them secure a 5-1 win over CF Os Belenenses in a Club Friendlies 3 match, followed by a disappointing 2-1 loss to St. Gallen in the Europa League. They have also recorded victories over Villarreal and Flamengo, with a draw against Caldas in between. Benfica's preparations for the upcoming match against St. Gallen will be closely monitored, as they look to bounce back from their recent defeat. The team's recent form has been a topic of discussion, with many analysts suggesting that they need to improve their defensive solidity. Our experts believe that Benfica will be looking to make some tactical adjustments to counter St. Gallen's attacking prowess. In terms of team news, there have been no major updates or injuries reported that could impact Benfica's preparations for the match. However, it is worth noting that the team's recent performances have been affected by a few key absentees, including [insert player name], who has been struggling with an injury. Despite this, Benfica's manager, [insert manager name], remains confident that his team can overcome the challenges ahead and secure a positive result against St. Gallen.Latest news and statistics from St. Gallen
St. Gallen is gearing up for the 2nd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League, and their recent performances suggest they are well-prepared for the challenge. In their last five games, they have shown impressive form, starting with a 2-1 victory over Zürich in the Swiss Super League on July 26. This was followed by a crucial 2-1 win over Benfica in the Europa League on July 23, which has given them a significant advantage going into the next stage. Their preparation for the Europa League has been evident in their recent friendlies, where they have been testing their skills against top-tier opponents. A 0-3 defeat to Norwich City on July 17 was a wake-up call, but they bounced back with a 0-1 win over Winterthur on July 1. Although they suffered a 6-3 loss to Olympique Lyonnais on July 11, this has not deterred them from their goal of progressing in the tournament. St. Gallen's coach has been working tirelessly to fine-tune his team's strategy, and their recent results suggest that they are on the right track. With a strong squad and a solid game plan, they are confident of overcoming any obstacles that come their way. As they prepare to face Benfica again, they will be looking to build on their previous success and secure a spot in the next round of the Europa League.Benfica
latest line-ups
St. Gallen
Lineup
24.
Samuel Soares
17.
Amar Dedić
94.
Rui Silva
44.
Tomás Araújo
62.
José Neto
77.
Gonçalo Moreira
21.
Enzo Barrenechea
25.
Gianluca Prestianni
84.
João Rego
9.
Franjo Ivanović
72.
Anísio Cabral
Lineup
Lawrence Ati Zigi
1.
Tom Gaal
26.
Jozo Stanic
4.
Chima Okoroji
36.
Hugo Vandermersch
28.
Lukas Görtler
16.
Lukas Daschner
10.
Leon Frokaj
20.
Mihailo Stevanovic
64.
Christian Witzig
7.
Aliou Baldé
14.
Bench
33.
Gabriel Queiroz
50.
Diogo Ferreira
52.
João Capucho
54.
Bernardes
55.
João Fonseca
58.
Daniel Banjaqui
74.
Olivio Tomé
76.
Rafael Quintas
Bench
Andrin Hunziker
9.
Carlo Boukhalfa
11.
Betim Fazliji
23.
Diego Besio
31.
Bela Dumrath
35.
Enoch Owusu
47.
Corsin Konietzke
63.
Joel Ruiz
74.
Benfica vs St. Gallen FAQ
Benfica vs St. Gallen when?
The match between Benfica and St. Gallen will take place on 30/07/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Benfica vs St. Gallen what time?
The game between Benfica and St. Gallen will start at 20:00 Brasília time on 30/07/2026.
Benfica vs St. Gallen who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Benfica and St. Gallen, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Benfica can be a moderate risk choice.