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The UEFA Champions League returns with a match that has fans and sports betting enthusiasts buzzing: Juventus vs Benfica prediction is the hot topic for January 21, 2026, as these two storied clubs meet at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. With Juventus looking to break their winless streak against Benfica and both sides bringing tactical intrigue, there’s plenty to unpack for bettors and football fans alike.
Let’s start with the basics. Juventus host this fixture with a squad that, while boasting a market value of €602.70m, is not without its injury headaches. The likes of Dusan Vlahović and Daniele Rugani are sidelined, while Federico Gatti is only just returning from a meniscus injury. The attack will rely on the improving Jonathan David, supported by key midfielders like Manuel Locatelli and Weston McKennie, who have been instrumental in maintaining team balance. Juventus’ form is encouraging: four wins and a draw in their last five outings, including a resounding 5.5 win over Cremonese.
Benfica, valued at €350.50m, arrive in Turin under the pragmatic guidance of José Mourinho, who took the reins in September 2025. The Portuguese giants have had their own injury woes, with several key players like João Veloso and D. Lukébakio out of action. Their recent form is less convincing—just two wins in their last five, with a 1-0 defeat to Porto fresh in the memory. Still, Benfica’s tactical approach under Mourinho is likely to be disciplined and defensive, focusing on quick transitions and well-organized pressing.
Tactically, Juventus are shifting under Luciano Spalletti, who was appointed in October 2025. Spalletti’s side is fluid, aggressive, and comfortable in possession, often building from the back and looking to exploit space with high balls and quick transitions. Expect to see the “Koopmeiners Metamorphosis” in action, with Teun Koopmeiners dropping into the back line to orchestrate play, while attackers like Openda and David create space for runners. Defensively, Juve can morph from a 3-4-2-1 to a compact 5-4-1 when needed.
Benfica, under Mourinho, are expected to cede possession—projected at just 36%—and focus on defensive solidity, hoping to catch Juventus on the break. This pragmatic approach is a departure from their previous fluid, attacking style under Bruno Lage.
Now, let’s get to what matters for those making their Juventus vs Benfica prediction: the betting odds and tips. The bookmakers have Juventus as favorites with odds of 1.75 for a home win, while a draw is set at 3.95 and an away win for Benfica at 5.5. Our AI tips Juventus to win (1) as the best bet, with a trust rating of 5.6/10—solid, but not overwhelming confidence.
Additional stats back up our Juventus vs Benfica prediction: Juve are expected to dominate possession (64%), take more shots (15 vs 10), and win more corners (5 vs 2). Benfica’s best hope may be to frustrate the home side and strike on the counter, but the odds and recent form suggest that’s a tall order.
In summary, our Juventus vs Benfica prediction leans toward a Juventus win in a measured, tactical contest. Expect a chess match, not a goal fest—perfect for those who appreciate the finer points of European football and smart sports betting.
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Juventus is expected to win with odds of -1331 -133
Juventus is expected to win with odds of -133Under 3.5 -278
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo -111
At least one team is not expected to score1X&U4.5 -244
Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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14-Sep-22
1:2
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Udinese
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Juventus
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| 07 Mar | W |
Juventus
| 4 |
Pisa
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| 01 Mar | D |
AS Roma
| 3 |
Juventus
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| 25 Feb | W |
Juventus
| 3 |
Galatasaray
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| 21 Feb | L |
Juventus
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Como
| 2 |
| 17 Feb | L |
Galatasaray
| 5 |
Juventus
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| 14 Feb | L |
Inter
| 3 |
Juventus
| 2 |
| 08 Feb | D |
Juventus
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Lazio
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| 05 Feb | L |
Atalanta
| 3 |
Juventus
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| 01 Feb | W |
Parma
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Juventus
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Recent Matches of Benfica
| 14 Mar | W |  Arouca |
1 | Benfica |
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| 08 Mar | D | Benfica |
2 |  FC Porto |
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| 02 Mar | W |  Gil Vicente |
1 | Benfica |
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| 25 Feb | L |  Real Madrid |
2 | Benfica |
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| 21 Feb | W | Benfica |
3 |  AFS |
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| 17 Feb | L | Benfica |
0 | Real Madrid |
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| 13 Feb | W |  Santa Clara |
1 | Benfica |
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| 08 Feb | W | Benfica |
2 |  Alverca |
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| 01 Feb | D |  Tondela |
0 | Benfica |
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| 28 Jan | W | Benfica |
4 | Real Madrid |
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World - UEFA Champions League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
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Arsenal | 8 | 23-4 | 24 |
| 2 |
Bayern | 8 | 22-8 | 21 |
| 3 |
Liverpool | 8 | 20-8 | 18 |
| 4 |
Tottenham | 8 | 17-7 | 17 |
| 5 |
Barcelona | 8 | 22-14 | 16 |
| 6 |
Chelsea | 8 | 17-10 | 16 |
| 7 |
Sporting CP | 8 | 17-11 | 16 |
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Manchester | 8 | 15-9 | 16 |
| 9 |
Real Madrid | 8 | 21-12 | 15 |
| 10 |
Inter | 8 | 15-7 | 15 |
| 11 |
Paris Saint | 8 | 21-11 | 14 |
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Newcastle | 8 | 17-7 | 14 |
| 13 |
Juventus | 8 | 14-10 | 13 |
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Atletico | 8 | 17-15 | 13 |
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Atalanta | 8 | 10-10 | 13 |
| 16 |
Bayer | 8 | 13-14 | 12 |
| 17 |
Borussia | 8 | 19-17 | 11 |
| 18 |
Olympiakos | 8 | 10-14 | 11 |
| 19 |
Club Brugge KV | 8 | 15-17 | 10 |
| 20 |
Galatasaray | 8 | 9-11 | 10 |
| 21 |
Monaco | 8 | 8-14 | 10 |
| 22 |
Qarabag | 8 | 13-21 | 10 |
| 23 |
Bodo/Glimt | 8 | 14-15 | 9 |
| 24 |
Benfica | 8 | 10-12 | 9 |
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Marseille | 8 | 11-14 | 9 |
| 26 |
Pafos | 8 | 8-11 | 9 |
| 27 |
Union St. | 8 | 8-17 | 9 |
| 28 |
PSV Eindhoven | 8 | 16-16 | 8 |
| 29 |
Athletic Club | 8 | 9-14 | 8 |
| 30 |
Napoli | 8 | 9-15 | 8 |
| 31 |
FC Copenhagen | 8 | 12-21 | 8 |
| 32 |
Ajax | 8 | 8-21 | 6 |
| 33 |
Eintracht | 8 | 10-21 | 4 |
| 34 |
Slavia Praha | 8 | 5-19 | 3 |
| 35 |
Villarreal | 8 | 5-18 | 1 |
| 36 |
Kairat Almaty | 8 | 7-22 | 1 |
