Santa Clara - Benfica

Brenner spearheads the Santa Clara attack as they prepare to welcome Benfica to Estadio do Sao Miguel on 26 October 2026 for this matchday 9 fixture. The hosts arrive looking to regain momentum after a narrow cup defeat to Mafra, though their recent league form has been solid, highlighted by a victory over Casa Pia AC. With Guilherme Romao anchoring the defence and Tiago Ribeiro providing stability in the middle, the team will aim to disrupt the visitors' rhythm in front of their home supporters.

Benfica travel with confidence following a clinical European campaign, most recently dismantling Omonia Nicosia 4-1. Despite missing the injured Daniel Banjaqui and Enzo Barrenechea, the expected XI remains potent, with Vangelis Pavlidis leading a dangerous forward line. Having maintained a strong run of results in both domestic and continental competition, Benfica will look to impose their quality on the game early to secure all three points.