The Round 7 League Phase clash between Juventus vs Benfica is set for a high-stakes night at the Allianz Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
This encounter brings together two European heavyweights with contrasting narratives. Juventus are desperate to strengthen their qualification hopes on home soil, while Benfica arrive in Turin carrying a psychological edge—having won all three previous competitive meetings against the Italian giants.
Match Overview – Juventus vs Benfica
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Juventus vs Benfica |
| Competition | UEFA Champions League |
| Round | League Phase , Round 7 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Thursday, 22 January 2026 – 01:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Allianz Stadium |
| Location | Turin, Italy |
| Capacity | 41,689 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 4°C – Cold |
Juventus are expected to push the tempo early, using width and midfield pressure to unsettle Benfica. The Portuguese side, meanwhile, are likely to remain compact and look to punish mistakes in transition—an approach that has served them well in this matchup historically.
Season So Far Comparison – Juventus vs Benfica
| Metric | Juventus | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 | 6 |
| Wins | 2 | 2 |
| Draws | 3 | 0 |
| Losses | 1 | 4 |
| Goals Scored | 12 | 6 |
| Goals Conceded | 10 | 8 |
| Average Possession | 48% | 47% |
| Passing Accuracy | 87% | 84% |
| Clean Sheets | 1 | 2 |
| Yellow / Red Cards | 10 / 0 | 12 / 1 |
Recent Form Guide – Juventus vs Benfica
| Team | Last Match Result | League | Recent Form (Last 5 League Matches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juventus | Loss 1-0 vs Cagliari | Serie A | W, W, D, W, L |
| Benfica | Win 0-2 vs Rio Ave | Primeira Liga | W, D, W, W, L |
Head-to-Head – Juventus vs Benfica
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jan 2025 | Champions League | Juventus vs Benfica | 0–2 |
| 25 Oct 2022 | Champions League | Benfica vs Juventus | 4–3 |
| 14 Sep 2022 | Champions League | Juventus vs Benfica | 1–2 |
| 01 May 2014 | Europa League | Juventus vs Benfica | 0–0 |
| 24 Apr 2014 | Europa League | Benfica vs Juventus | 2–1 |
Match Insight: Benfica are unbeaten in their last five meetings with Juventus, winning four of them.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Juventus: Dušan Vlahović – 3 goals, 1 assist (4 matches)
- Benfica: Leandro Barreiro – 2 goals (5 matches)
With Vlahović sidelined through injury, Juventus will need goals from deeper or wider areas, while Barreiro’s late runs from midfield remain Benfica’s key threat.
Predicted Lineups – Juventus vs Benfica
Juventus (4-2-3-1)
Michele Di Gregorio – Pierre Kalulu, Gleison Bremer, Lloyd Kelly, Andrea Cambiaso – Manuel Locatelli, Khéphren Thuram – Chico Conceição, Weston McKennie, Kenan Yıldız – Jonathan David
Benfica (4-2-3-1)
Anatoliy Trubin – Amar Dedić, Tomás Araújo, Nicolás Otamendi, Samuel Dahl – Leandro Barreiro, Fredrik Aursnes – Gianluca Prestianni, Georgiy Sudakov, Andreas Schjelderup – Vangelis Pavlidis
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Juventus | Daniele Rugani, Jonas Rouhi, Arkadiusz Milik, Dušan Vlahović |
| Benfica | Samuel Soares, Alexander Bah, João Veloso, Richard Ríos, Dodi Lukébakio |
Juventus’ attacking depth is tested without Vlahović, while Benfica are missing several rotation options across defense and midfield.
Statistical Projection – Juventus vs Benfica
| Metric | Juventus | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 48% | 22% |
| Draw Probability | 30% | — |
| Expected Possession | 50–52% | 48–50% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 3–4 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.4–1.8 | 0.9–1.2 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 34% | 27% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Jonathan David | Vangelis Pavlidis |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Juventus 2–1 Benfica
Likely Scorers:
- Jonathan David (Juventus)
- Kenan Yıldız (Juventus)
- Vangelis Pavlidis (Benfica)
Despite Benfica’s strong historical record, Juventus’ home advantage and slightly better balance across six matches give them the edge in what should be a tight, physical contest.
Confidence Levels
- Juventus Win: 48%
- Draw: 30%
- Benfica Win: 22%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Juventus to Win
- Under 3.0 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Jonathan David
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Betting involves risk—please play responsibly.
FAQs – Juventus vs Benfica
1.What time is Juventus vs Benfica?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Jonathan David for Juventus and Vangelis Pavlidis for Benfica.
4.What is the predicted score
A 2–1 win for Juventus in Round 7 of the League Phase.