Prediction: Hearts vs Benfica – Europa League – 13/08/2026
Preview
Hearts will host Benfica on 13 August 2026 in the Europa League. The match is scheduled to take place at Tynecastle Park in Edinburgh, Scotland, on a Thursday evening, kicking off at 8pm British Summer Time.
Hearts have been in decent form recently, with three wins and two draws in their last five games. They convincingly beat Dundee United 4-0 in the Scottish Premiership, but suffered a 6-1 defeat to Benfica in the Europa League. They also lost 2-1 to Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership and 0-2 to Sturm Graz in the Champions League.
Benfica, on the other hand, have been impressive, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They drew 2-2 with Academico Viseu in the Primeira Liga, but have also recorded convincing victories over Hearts, St. Gallen, and CF Os Belenenses in the Europa League and Club Friendlies 3 respectively. However, they did suffer a 2-1 defeat to St. Gallen in the Europa League.
This promises to be an intense match between two teams with contrasting forms, and it will be interesting to see how they perform on the pitch.
Hearts
Fulltime Result
Benfica
home
29.33%
draw
25%
away
45.67%
Hearts will host Benfica on 13th August 2026 in the Europa League, a match that promises to be intense. Our experts believe that Benfica will take the victory, given their recent form. In their last five games, Benfica have been impressive, with four wins and one draw. They have shown a strong attacking prowess, scoring 17 goals in their last five matches, including a 6-1 thrashing of Hearts in the Europa League. Their only defeat came against St. Gallen in the Europa League, but they bounced back with a 5-0 win over the same opponents.
Hearts, on the other hand, have struggled in their last five games, with two wins and three defeats. They did manage to beat Dundee United 4-0 in the Scottish Premiership, but suffered a 6-1 defeat to Benfica in the Europa League. Our experts believe that Hearts will put up a good fight, but Benfica's attacking power will ultimately prove too much for them.
In terms of key players, both teams seem to be at full strength, with no major injuries or suspensions reported. However, it's worth noting that Hearts' midfielder, Steven Naismith, has been in good form lately, scoring two goals in his last three games. Benfica's striker, Raúl Jiménez, has also been impressive, scoring four goals in his last five games.
As for rumors, there have been no reports of any controversy or drama surrounding this match. Both teams seem focused on the task at hand, and our experts believe that the team that wants it more will ultimately emerge victorious. Our experts believe that Benfica will take the victory, given their recent form and attacking prowess.
Hearts
Both Teams To Score
Benfica
yes
55.17%
no
44.83%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Hearts and Benfica. In the last five games, Hearts scored a total of 16 goals, while Benfica found the net 5 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Hearts
Over/Under
Benfica
Over 1.5
yes
76.26%
no
23.74%
Over 2.5
yes
52.83%
no
47.17%
Over 3.5
yes
30.56%
no
69.44%
Over 4.5
yes
17.83%
no
82.17%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Hearts and Benfica. In the last five games, Hearts scored a total of 21 goals, while Benfica scored 27 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Hearts
Total results
Benfica
1 matches
1
wins
/
0
draws
/
0
wins
1
wins
(100%)
0
draws
(0%)
0
wins
(0%)
Recent form
Hearts
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.5
Both score 33.33%
Goals scored 1.17
Goals conceded 2.33
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Champions League - 21/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 24/07/2026
Champions League - 28/07/2026
Premiership - 09/08/2026
Benfica
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
1/6 (16.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4.5
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 3.5
Goals conceded 1
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 17/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 24/07/2026
Europa League - 30/07/2026
Liga Portugal - 09/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Hearts
Hearts will face a tough test in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League as they prepare to take on Benfica. The Scottish club has been in mixed form lately, with their last five games yielding inconsistent results. In their most recent outing, Hearts secured a vital 4-0 win over Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership, which was a much-needed boost after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Aberdeen. However, Hearts' preparations for the upcoming match against Benfica have been overshadowed by their dismal performance in the Europa League, where they suffered a 6-1 thrashing at the hands of the Portuguese giants. This result has left Hearts with a mountain to climb in the upcoming match, and they will need to regroup and refocus if they are to stand any chance of progressing. Hearts' manager will be looking for his team to bounce back from this setback and show the kind of resilience and determination that has characterised their recent performances in the Scottish Premiership. With a strong squad and a solid team ethos, Hearts will be hoping to cause an upset against Benfica and send a statement of intent to the European football community. In the lead-up to the match, Hearts have been working tirelessly on the training pitch, fine-tuning their tactics and strategies in a bid to counter Benfica's attacking prowess. The Scottish club's defence will be under particular scrutiny, as they look to prevent Benfica's potent strikeforce from causing too much damage. As Hearts prepare to face one of Europe's top teams, they will be drawing on their recent experiences in the Champions League, where they were narrowly defeated by Sturm Graz. This match will provide Hearts with the opportunity to test themselves against a top-quality opponent and to see how they measure up against the best of European football. In the days leading up to the match, Hearts have been boosted by a number of key players returning from injury, which has given the manager a welcome selection headache. With a fully-fit squad at his disposal, Hearts will be looking to make a bold statement against Benfica and prove that they are a force to be reckoned with in European football.Latest news and statistics from Benfica
Benfica is gearing up for the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League, and their recent form has been nothing short of impressive. The team has been on a roll, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. Their attacking prowess has been a key factor in their success, with a total of 18 goals scored in the Europa League so far. In their previous match against Hearts, Benfica demonstrated their strength and depth, securing a convincing 6-1 victory. This result has given them a significant advantage going into the next round, but they will still need to be at the top of their game to overcome any challenges that may come their way. Benfica's preparation for the 3rd qualifying round stage will be crucial in determining their chances of progressing to the next stage of the competition. With their recent form and attacking prowess, they will be confident of their ability to overcome any opposition. However, they will need to remain focused and motivated if they are to achieve their goals. As Benfica prepares for the 3rd qualifying round stage, they will be looking to build on their recent success and continue their momentum. With their strong squad and impressive recent form, they will be a force to be reckoned with in the Europa League.
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Hearts
latest line-ups
Benfica
Lineup
1.
Beau Reus
23.
Jordi Altena
6.
Oisin McEntee
5.
Jamie McCart
7.
Calvin Miller
16.
Blair Spittal
12.
Tom Renaud
29.
Sabah Kerjota
10.
Cláudio Braga
15.
Josh McPake
77.
Amadou Ba-Sy
Lineup
Samuel Soares
24.
Alexander Bah
6.
Tomás Araújo
44.
Clément Lenglet
2.
Samuel Dahl
26.
Leandro Barreiro
18.
Enzo Barrenechea
5.
Rafa Silva
27.
Georgiy Sudakov
10.
Gianluca Prestianni
25.
Vangelis Pavlidis
14.
Bench
2.
Christian Borchgrevink
11.
Pierre Landry Kaboré
19.
Sabri Guendouz
21.
James Wilson
22.
Tómas Bent Magnússon
24.
MJ Kamson-Kamara
30.
Ryan Fulton
74.
Rogers Mato
78.
Laurent Mendy
Bench
Anatoliy Trubin
1.
Dodi Lukébakio
11.
Jakub Kamiński
13.
Manu Silva
16.
Amar Dedić
17.
Richard Ríos
20.
Andreas Schjelderup
21.
Jhon Durán
22.
Gabriel Queiroz
33.
José Neto
62.
Anísio Cabral
72.
Miguel Figueiredo
73.
Hearts vs Benfica FAQ
Hearts vs Benfica when?
The match between Hearts and Benfica will take place on 13/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Hearts vs Benfica what time?
The game between Hearts and Benfica will start at 19:45 Brasília time on 13/08/2026.
Hearts vs Benfica who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Hearts and Benfica, 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.