S.L. Benfica vs Auckland City FC Prediction 20 June 2025

The Portuguese giants arrive at this match after a frustrating run of four consecutive draws or losses—sharing points with Sporting (1:1), losing the return leg (1:3), drawing with Braga (1:1), and most recently, tying 2:2 with Boca Juniors in their tournament opener. Despite the slump, Benfica remain in contention for a spot in the Round of 16, especially given the forgiving structure of the group.

Auckland City, on the other hand, look hopelessly outmatched at this level. Their recent 0-10 annihilation at the hands of Bayern Munich laid bare the enormous gap in class, physicality, and tactical quality between the Oceanian amateurs and the European elite. Their chances of advancing are virtually non-existent.

Given the current group standings and the importance of goal difference, Benfica are expected to go all-out in this match, using it as an opportunity to restore confidence and boost their stats. A dominant win—potentially by five goals or more—seems not just likely, but necessary. In this lopsided affair, anything less than a rout would be a disappointment for the Lisbon side.

Benfica to win with -6.0 Asian handicap 1.65