Benfica Women vs Arsenal Women Prediction & Betting Tips

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Benfica Women host Arsenal Women in the UEFA Women’s Champions League on Thursday, with both sides aiming to gain early momentum in the group stage. The Portuguese champions have been ruthless in domestic competition, while Arsenal are still finding balance after a mixed start to the season.

Benfica’s Ruthless Domestic Form Meets European Challenge

Benfica come into this fixture after a dominant spell at home, highlighted by a 4-1 away win at Valadares Gaia and an 8-0 demolition of Damaiense. However, their European opener ended in disappointment, as they fell 2-1 to Juventus despite creating chances.

At home, Benfica have been reliable in front of goal, scoring at least four times in three of their last four matches. Still, their defense has shown cracks against stronger opposition, conceding twice in each of their last two continental fixtures. This matchup presents a real test of whether their attacking rhythm can hold against elite opposition.

Arsenal Aiming for Stability After Unsteady Run

Arsenal edged Brighton 1-0 in their last match, offering a much-needed boost after a tough run. Before that, they suffered back-to-back defeats to Lyon and Manchester City, conceding five goals across those games.

The Gunners’ form in Europe remains mixed. they lost 2-1 to Lyon in their opener and have yet to keep a clean sheet in three straight away fixtures. Despite this, their attacking core has remained active, scoring in four of their last five matches. Arsenal will need greater discipline at the back if they want to assert control in Lisbon.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Benfica have scored four or more goals in three of their last four games.
• Arsenal scored in four of their last five matches in all competitions.
• Both teams have conceded in each of their last two European fixtures.
• This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between Benfica and Arsenal.
• Each side lost their opening Champions League match this season.

Benfica Women vs Arsenal Women Prediction

Both sides enter this fixture with something to prove after opening defeats in Europe. Benfica’s attacking form at home makes them a dangerous opponent, but Arsenal’s experience and squad depth give them the edge in tactical matchups.

The Gunners have been vulnerable defensively, yet their firepower often compensates. Benfica, meanwhile, have scored freely against domestic opponents but tend to concede when facing top-tier teams.

With both sides needing points and preferring to play on the front foot, a disciplined Arsenal performance should tilt the game in their favor. Expect the visitors to control possession and create enough chances to secure a narrow win.

• Under 3.5 goals @ 1.80 odds
• Arsenal 2-0 @ 7.00 odds

Arun- October 13, 2025

Benfica Women vs Arsenal Women Betting Tips