Monaco vs Benfica Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Champions League, November 27 2024
Monaco vs Benfica Preview
- Competition: UEFA Champions League
- Date: Wednesday, November 27
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Louis II Stadium, Monaco
In the Round Five fixtures, the high-flying AS Monaco will be hosting an in-form SL Benfica in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 meeting at the Louis II Stadium on Wednesday evening under the lights of Louis II Stadium in Monaco.
The Ligue 1 giants, Monaco are in an outstanding position in Europe’s premier competition, standing unbeaten in third place with 10 points in their first four European outings, and just two points behind the Champions League leaders Liverpool. On their way, The Red and Whites defeated Barcelona 2-1 and thrashed Red Star with a 5-0 scoreline, played a 2-2 draw to Dinamo Zagreb and edged past Bologna 1-0.
Meanwhile, the Portugues counterpart began the Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win over Red Star and a 4-1 triumph against Atletico Madrid in an excellent start in the first two outings. After that, they endured two consecutive defeats to Feyenoord at home and Bayern Munich in the away match. As a result, The Eagles are positioned 19th on the league table with six points.
Monaco Team News
The hosts managed by Austrian head coach Ad Hutter, are dealing with three injury concerns in their squad midfield duo Edan Diop and Krepin Diatta are sidelined alongside USA International striker 9 Folarin Balogun. Lamine Camara returns to contention after missing out on the recent Ligue 1 match due to suspension and should be starting in midfield with Denis Zakaria.
Benfica Team News
The Guests from the Portuguese capital Lisbon will also miss some notable figures on this trip to Louis II Stadium to face Monaco such as Danish Right back Alexander Bah suffered a knee injury against Estrela Amadora on the weekend. Winger Jan-Niklas Beste is a doubt along with fellow attacker Tiago Gouveia and Gianluca Prestianni remain in the treatment room coping with an ankle injury.
Monaco vs Benfica Predicted Lineups
Monaco Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Majecki
Defenders: Vanderson, Kehrer, Salisu, Caio Henrique
Midfielders: Zakaria, Camara; Akliouche, Golovin, Ben Seghir
Forwards: Embolo
Benfica Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Trubin
Defenders: Kabore, Tiago Araujo, Otamendi, Fernandez
Midfielders: Aursnes, Florentino Luis, Kokcu
Forwards: Di Maria, Pavlidis, Akturkoglu
Monaco vs Benfica Head-to-Head Record
Monaco and Benfica have only played twice against each other in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League 2014/15 season. The French outfit played a goalless draw in the first leg at home and the Portuguese club have had secured a 1-0 victory in the reverse fixture at Estádio da Luz in Lisbon. Both the sides sides will meet each other after a decade in the repeat of the 2014/15 campaign fixtures.
Recent head-to-head results between Monaco and Benfica
| Result | Competition | Date |
| Monaco 0-1 Benfica | UEFA Champions League | 04.11.2014 |
| Benfica 0-0 Monaco | UEFA Champions League | 22.10.2014 |
Key Players to Watch in Monaco vs Benfica
Eliesse Ben Seghir (Monaco)
The 19-year-old attacker has been the standout performer for the Monégasques, scoring four goals and providing three assists while making 12 appearances in the French top tier. Ben Seghir is currently Monaco’s leading goal scorer this season and has been a key player for his team bringing in versatility and dynamism into their attacking department.
Ángel Di María (Benfica)
The 36-year-old, Argentine icon has been involved in 11 goal contributions for the Eagles including eight goals and three assists playing 15 matches across all competitions in this campaign. Di Maria is entering into this fixture following a sensational 18-minute hattrick on the weekend in the Taça de Portugal fourth-round clash against Estrela Amadora to complete a 7-0 triumph.
Monaco vs Benfica Predicition
Monaco has never won any match against Benfica and would look to end this record at home while also extending their unbeaten run in the competition and sealing the automatic qualification to the next round of the Champions League.
The Ligue 1 clubs are strong favourites but Benfica have recovered a boost in confidence after a resounding victory in the domestic outing and they will be a difficult challenge for the home side. However, Monaco should walk out with three points.
Predicted Score: Monaco 2-1 Benfica
Where to Watch Monaco vs Benfica Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Portugal | Sport TV, DAZN |
| France | Canal+ |
FAQs
Q. When is Monaco vs Benfica?
A. In the UEFA Champions League, Monaco will host Benfica at Louis II Stadium on Wednesday, 27 November 2024.
Q. Where to watch Monaco vs Benfica live?
A. The fans can watch Monaco vs Benfica on Paramount+ (USA), TNT Sports (UK), Sony Liv (India), Canal+ (France) & Dazn (Portugal)
Q. What is the predicted score for Monaco vs Benfica?
A. Monaco to win 2-1 against Benfica at home.
Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for Monaco vs Benfica?
A. In a total of two meetings, Benfica won once and the other game ended in a draw.