Preview and predictions for Benfica vs Feyenoord: Expected lineups and match analysis

Benfica have been on a tear in the Champions League, winning all their games so far. Their next challenge is against Feyenoord, and it promises to be an exciting clash.

After a hard-fought win in their first match, Benfica put on a masterclass performance against Atletico Madrid. Bruno Lage’s team looks unstoppable and will be aiming to continue their winning streak.

Under Lage’s guidance, Benfica has been flawless. However, they face tough competition from Sporting CP in their domestic league.

Feyenoord, on the other hand, had a slow start in the Champions League but bounced back with a comeback victory. They are unbeaten in the Eredivisie but face a tough task against Benfica.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the upcoming clash between Benfica and Feyenoord in the Champions League.

Benfica vs Feyenoord H2H Record (All Games)

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Lage made wholesale changes to his starting XI for Saturday’s cup victory at Pevidem, and we should see a return of the manager’s strongest lineup for Feyenoord’s visit.

The hosts are likely to be without Renato Sanches due to a muscle injury and Tiago Gouveia because of a shoulder issue.

Angel Di Maria is a shoo-in to start down the right flank and the veteran will join Vangelis Pavlidis, who scored twice against England to inspire a historic victory for Greece at Wembley, and the red-hot Kerem Akturkoglu in the frontline.

Benfica predicted lineup vs Feyenoord (4-3-3): Trubin; Bah, Antonio Silva, Otamendi, Carreras; Aursnes, Luis, Kokcu; Di Maria, Pavlidis, Akturkoglu.

There was no room for rest at the weekend as Feyenoord dispatched Go Ahead Eagles 5-1 in the Eredivisie.

The visitors’ injury list is considerable, with Quilindschy Hartman and Calvin Stengs among their significant absences for Wednesday’s game. Feyenoord were also dealt a big blow last month when leading scorer from last season Santiago Gimenez succumbed to a hip injury.

Bart Nieuwkoop has a chance of returning in midweek, but he’s unlikely to start.

Feyenoord predicted lineup vs Benfica (4-3-3): Wellenreuther; Lotomba, Beelen, Hancko, Bueno; Milambo, Hwang, Timber; Osman, Ueda, Igor Paixao.

Feyenoord have been coping well with the absence of key players, but they face a stern test against Benfica.

Benfica looks strong and confident under Lage’s leadership. They will be looking to continue their fine form and secure another victory in the Champions League.

This promises to be an exciting match with both teams eager to secure a win. With Benfica’s firepower and solid defense, they are the favorites to come out on top.

Prediction: Benfica 2-0 Feyenoord

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