UD Leiria U23 - Benfica U23 prediction 14 September 2026
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SCU Torreense U23Farense U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Santa Clara U23UD Leiria U23Gil Vicente U23UD Leiria U23Benfica U23Estrela Amadora U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Maritimo U23Leixoes U23UD Leiria U23Sporting Lisbon U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Rio Ave U23Vizela U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Portimonense U23Estoril Praia U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Farense U23UD Leiria U23Maritimo U23Sporting Braga U23Benfica U23Benfica U23Moreirense U23Penafiel U23Benfica U23Maritimo U23Benfica U23Benfica U23SCU Torreense U23UD Leiria U23Benfica U23Benfica U23Vizela U23Benfica U23Academico Viseu U23Sporting Lisbon U23Benfica U23Benfica U23Rio Ave U23Benfica U23Santa Clara U23Benfica U23Santa Clara U23Santa Clara U23Benfica U23Benfica U23Sporting Braga U23Benfica U23Sporting Braga U23UD Leiria U23Benfica U23Benfica U23UD Leiria U23UD Leiria U23Benfica U23| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Sporting Lisbon U23 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 17:10 | +7 | 18 |
| 2 |  Academico Viseu U23 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 16:11 | +5 | 18 |
| 3 |  Estoril Praia U23 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 19:14 | +5 | 17 |
| 4 |  Rio Ave U23 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 14:7 | +7 | 16 |
| 5 |  Felgueiras 1932 U23 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 16:11 | +5 | 15 |
| 6 |  Sporting Braga U23 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 17:16 | +1 | 14 |
| 7 |  Famalicao U23 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 16:16 | 0 | 14 |
| 8 |  Vizela U23 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 10:9 | +1 | 13 |
| 9 |  Moreirense U23 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 18:10 | +8 | 12 |
| 10 |  Farense U23 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13:14 | -1 | 12 |
| 11 | Benfica U23 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 15:17 | -2 | 11 |
| 12 | UD Leiria U23 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 9:11 | -2 | 11 |
| 13 |  Leixoes U23 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 17:15 | +2 | 10 |
| 14 |  Santa Clara U23 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 6:11 | -5 | 10 |
| 15 |  Penafiel U23 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 12:12 | 0 | 9 |
| 16 |  SCU Torreense U23 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12:15 | -3 | 9 |
| 17 |  Gil Vicente U23 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 10:14 | -4 | 8 |
| 18 |  Maritimo U23 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8:14 | -6 | 6 |
| 19 |  Estrela Amadora U23 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8:16 | -8 | 6 |
| 20 |  Portimonense U23 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 5:15 | -10 | 4 |
UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23 Prediction (Sep 14)
UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23 prediction for the Championship U23 match on Sep 14 at 14:00. Based on recent form and head-to-head stats, UD Leiria U23 enter this clash as the more likely winner with a 40% win probability, while Benfica U23 struggle for consistency.
Team Form
UD Leiria U23 have been in excellent shape, winning three of their last five games and losing just once. Their recent sequence shows a 2-0 home win against Maritimo U23, a 2-1 away success at Leixoes U23, and a 1-0 home victory over Rio Ave U23. The only blip was a 2-0 defeat at Estrela Amadora U23.
Benfica U23 are enduring a tough spell. Their last five results read: 0-1 home loss to Vizela U23, 1-2 home loss to Academico Viseu U23, 4-1 away thrashing by Sporting Lisbon U23, a 0-0 home draw with Rio Ave U23, and an entertaining 3-3 draw at home against Santa Clara U23. Thatโs three defeats and two draws โ no wins in five attempts.
Head-to-Head Record
These sides have met only twice in the Championship U23, and Benfica U23 remain unbeaten. In August 2025, Benfica U23 won 4-2 away at UD Leiria U23, and in November 2025 the return fixture ended 1-1. So the H2H edge is with the visitors, but current form tells a different story.
League Table Positions
UD Leiria U23 sit 6th in the overall standings with 7 points from 4 matches (2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss), scoring 5 and conceding 4. Benfica U23 do not appear in the available top-12 table, suggesting a lower position. This further highlights the gap in momentum heading into this game.
Win Probability: UD Leiria U23 or Benfica U23?
We combined the latest bookmaker odds with recent form, head-to-head records, and home advantage to calculate the outcome probabilities. The average odds implied a tight contest, with Benfica U23 a marginal favourite. However, UD Leiria U23โs impressive recent run and home advantage shift the balance.
- UD Leiria U23 win: 40%
- Draw: 30%
- Benfica U23 win: 30%
UD Leiria U23 have won three of their last five, while Benfica U23 have lost three of the same period. The home teamโs solid defence (just 4 goals conceded in 4 league games) and the away sideโs lack of wins make the home win the most probable single outcome.
Odds & Match Prediction
Bookmakers offer a range of prices for this fixture. The best odds for a home win are around 2.96, the draw is available at 3.56, and an away win can be backed at 2.39. These odds show that the market initially viewed Benfica U23 as favourites, but the gap is narrow.
Based on the stats, UD Leiria U23 are better placed to take something from this match. The H2H record favours Benfica U23, yet current form, home advantage, and league standing point towards a home win or a draw. Our UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23 prediction leans towards the hosts avoiding defeat, with a 1-0 or 2-1 scoreline in mind.
UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23 โ FAQ
- Who will win UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23?
- UD Leiria U23 have a 40% chance of winning, compared to 30% for Benfica U23 and 30% for a draw. The hostsโ strong recent form makes them the likeliest winners, but the match could well end level.
- What is the win probability for UD Leiria U23?
- UD Leiria U23 have a 40% probability of winning. This is based on their three wins in the last five games, home advantage, and the fact Benfica U23 have not won any of their last five fixtures.
- When is the UD Leiria U23 vs Benfica U23 match?
- The match takes place on Sep 14, 2026, at 14:00. It is a Championship U23 fixture in Portugal.
- What are the odds for the match?
- The odds vary between bookmakers. A home win is priced as high as 2.96, the draw up to 3.56, and an away win around 2.39. These numbers indicate a tight contest according to the market.
- What is the head-to-head record between UD Leiria U23 and Benfica U23?
- They have faced each other twice. Benfica U23 won 4-2 away and drew 1-1 at home, so they are unbeaten in this fixture. However, those matches were played in 2025, and current form has changed significantly.