AS Monaco FC vs S.L. Benfica Prediction 12 February 2025
Added on 10 February, 2025
Monaco and Benfica will face off for the second time this season in the Champions League Round of 16.
Monaco recently suffered a heavy 1:4 defeat to PSG but remains in contention for a Champions League spot in Ligue 1. In Europe, the Red-Whites finished 17th after picking up 13 points in matches against Bologna (1:0), Benfica (2:3), Arsenal (0:3), Aston Villa (1:0), and Inter (0:3), with a goal difference of 13:13.
Benfica also accumulated 13 points, ranking 16th with a 16:12 goal record—an outcome that aligns with their expectations. The Eagles' last five European matches saw mixed results: losses to Bayern (0:1) and Barcelona (4:5), a draw with Bologna (0:0), and victories over Monaco (3:2) and Juventus (2:0).
Historically, Benfica has had the upper hand in this matchup, and their current form appears slightly stronger. Our prediction: the Portuguese side will avoid defeat.
Benfica not to lose (X2) 1.65