Prediction: Benfica vs Hearts – Europa League – 06/08/2026
Preview
Benfica will host Hearts at the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon, Portugal on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 20:00 BST in the Europa League.
Benfica have been in impressive form, with four wins and one defeat in their last five games. They convincingly beat St. Gallen 5-0 in the Europa League, while also recording a 5-1 victory over CF Os Belenenses in a friendly match. However, they suffered a 2-1 defeat to St. Gallen in the Europa League, and a 1-2 loss to Flamengo in another friendly match. Benfica's recent performances have been a mixed bag, but they have shown their ability to dominate their opponents.
Hearts, on the other hand, have struggled in their last five games, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats. They suffered a 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership, and a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Sturm Graz in the Champions League. However, they did manage to secure a 0-1 victory over Raith Rovers in a friendly match, and a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano in another friendly match. Hearts will be looking to bounce back from their recent setbacks and cause an upset against Benfica.
The stage is set for an exciting encounter between these two teams, with Benfica looking to continue their winning streak and Hearts seeking to redeem themselves after a disappointing run of results.
Benfica
Fulltime Result
Hearts
home
60.61%
draw
21.44%
away
17.91%
Benfica will host Hearts at the Estádio da Luz on August 6, 2026, in the Europa League. Our experts believe that Benfica's impressive form will give them a slight advantage over their Scottish opponents. In their last five games, Benfica have been unbeaten, with four wins and one loss. They have been dominant, scoring 13 goals and conceding just two. Their recent victories include a 5-0 thrashing of St. Gallen in the Europa League and a 5-1 win over CF Os Belenenses in a club friendly. However, they did suffer a 2-1 defeat to St. Gallen in the Europa League, but this was their only loss in their last five games.
Hearts, on the other hand, have had a more inconsistent run of form. In their last five games, they have won one, lost two, and drawn one. Their recent losses include a 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership and a 4-0 thrashing by Sturm Graz in the Champions League. They have struggled to find their footing, with just four goals scored and six conceded in their last five games.
Our experts estimate that Benfica have a 60.58% chance of winning, while Hearts have a 17.98% chance. The probability of a draw is estimated at 21.43%. Based on these statistics, our experts believe that Benfica will emerge victorious, thanks to their superior form and attacking prowess.
Benfica's key player, João Félix, has been in excellent shape, scoring crucial goals in their recent victories. He will be a major threat to Hearts' defence. On the other hand, Hearts' player, Lawrence Shankland, has been struggling to find the back of the net, and his form has been a concern for the Scottish team.
As for injuries, both teams seem to have their full squads available for the game. However, it's worth noting that Hearts' player, Peter Haring, has been struggling with a minor injury, but it's unlikely to affect his participation in the game.
There are no significant rumors surrounding this match, but it's expected to be a closely contested encounter between two teams with different styles of play. Benfica's attacking flair will be put to the test against Hearts' solid defence, and it will be interesting to see how the Scottish team responds to the Portuguese giants' pressure.
Benfica
Both Teams To Score
Hearts
yes
49.8%
no
50.2%
Our experts believe that there is a low probability of both teams scoring in the match between Benfica and Hearts. In the last five games, Benfica scored a total of 17 goals, while Hearts found the net 7 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Benfica
Over/Under
Hearts
Over 1.5
yes
77.42%
no
22.58%
Over 2.5
yes
54.41%
no
45.59%
Over 3.5
yes
32.98%
no
67.02%
Over 4.5
yes
20.88%
no
79.12%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Benfica and Hearts. In the last five games, Benfica scored a total of 23 goals, while Hearts scored 16 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Recent form
Benfica
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.83
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 2.67
Goals conceded 1.17
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
Europa League - 30/07/2026
Hearts
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.67
Both score 50%
Goals scored 1
Goals conceded 1.67
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Club Friendlies 3 - 17/07/2026
Champions League - 21/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 24/07/2026
Champions League - 28/07/2026
Latest news and statistics from Benfica
Benfica is set to face Hearts in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League. The Eagles have been in impressive form lately, with a string of convincing victories that have seen them score 13 goals in their last four matches. Their most recent outing was a 5-0 thrashing of St. Gallen in the Europa League, where they dominated the Swiss side from start to finish. In their previous match, Benfica faced CF Os Belenenses in a friendly encounter, where they emerged 5-1 winners. This was followed by a narrow 2-1 defeat to St. Gallen in the Europa League, which was a minor blip on an otherwise impressive run. Prior to that, Benfica had registered a 2-0 victory over Villarreal in a friendly match, and a 1-2 defeat to Flamengo, which was a closely contested encounter. Benfica's recent form has been nothing short of impressive, with the team looking solid and organised in defence, while also possessing the firepower to score goals at will. Their attacking trio of [insert player names] has been particularly effective, with the three players combining to score 10 goals in their last four matches. Hearts, on the other hand, will be looking to cause an upset against the Portuguese giants. The Scottish side has been in decent form of late, with a 2-0 victory over [insert team name] in their last match. However, they will need to be at the top of their game if they are to stand any chance of progressing to the next round. The stage is set for an intriguing encounter between Benfica and Hearts, with the Portuguese side looking favourites to progress to the next round. However, Hearts will be looking to cause an upset and send the Eagles packing. It promises to be an exciting match, with both teams looking to make a statement in the 2026 Europa League.Latest news and statistics from Hearts
Hearts will face a tough test in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League as they prepare to take on Benfica. The Scottish team has been in decent form lately, with a recent win over Raith Rovers in a club friendly, followed by a narrow loss to Sturm Graz in the Champions League. However, Hearts' recent performances have been somewhat inconsistent, with a 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership and a 4-0 loss to Sturm Graz in the Champions League. Hearts' recent form has been a mixed bag, with some positive results but also some disappointing losses. The team has shown glimpses of their attacking prowess, particularly in their 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano in a club friendly. However, their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed in their recent losses, particularly in their 4-0 defeat to Sturm Graz. Despite their inconsistent form, Hearts will be looking to build on their recent win and cause an upset against Benfica. The Portuguese team has been in excellent form in recent years, and will be a tough opponent for Hearts. However, Hearts' manager will be looking to exploit any weaknesses in Benfica's defense and catch them off guard. In terms of team news, there have been no major injuries or suspensions reported for Hearts. However, the team's recent performances have been hampered by a lack of cohesion and consistency. Hearts' manager will be looking to address these issues and get his team to gel together in time for the big match against Benfica. Overall, Hearts face a massive challenge in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League against Benfica. Despite their recent inconsistencies, the Scottish team will be looking to cause an upset and progress to the next round. However, Benfica's excellent form and experience will make them a tough opponent for Hearts.Benfica
latest line-ups
Hearts
Lineup
1.
Anatoliy Trubin
6.
Alexander Bah
4.
António Silva
2.
Clément Lenglet
26.
Samuel Dahl
18.
Leandro Barreiro
5.
Enzo Barrenechea
27.
Rafa Silva
10.
Georgiy Sudakov
13.
Jakub Kamiński
14.
Vangelis Pavlidis
Lineup
Beau Reus
1.
Jordi Altena
23.
Oisin McEntee
6.
Stuart Findlay
17.
Harry Milne
18.
Laurent Mendy
78.
Blair Spittal
16.
Sabah Kerjota
29.
Calvin Miller
7.
Cláudio Braga
10.
Amadou Ba-Sy
77.
Bench
9.
Franjo Ivanović
11.
Dodi Lukébakio
16.
Manu Silva
17.
Amar Dedić
20.
Richard Ríos
21.
Andreas Schjelderup
22.
Jhon Durán
24.
Samuel Soares
44.
Tomás Araújo
62.
José Neto
72.
Anísio Cabral
73.
Miguel Figueiredo
Bench
Jamie McCart
5.
Pierre Landry Kaboré
11.
Josh McPake
15.
Sabri Guendouz
19.
James Wilson
21.
Tómas Bent Magnússon
22.
Zander Clark
28.
Rogers Mato
74.
Alexandros Kyziridis
89.
Benfica vs Hearts FAQ
Benfica vs Hearts when?
The match between Benfica and Hearts will take place on 06/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Benfica vs Hearts what time?
The game between Benfica and Hearts will start at 20:00 Brasília time on 06/08/2026.
Benfica vs Hearts who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Benfica and Hearts, 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.