FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction Taca de Portugal 14.01.2026
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FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction Taca de Portugal
FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction and Betting Tips for the Taca de Portugal quarter-finals, scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 20:45 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and RTP 1. This iconic fixture, known as O Classico, takes place at the Estádio do Dragão, where the hosts look to maintain their relentless momentum. Francesco Farioli has his side purring at the top of the league, and they come into this clash with a point to prove after some recent head to head frustrations. In this article, you’ll discover Taca de Portugal Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- FC Porto enters this quarter-final on a blistering run of seven consecutive victories across all competitions.
- The Dragons have turned Estádio do Dragão into a fortress, winning 12 of 14 home matches.
- Benfica recently suffered a demoralizing 3-1 defeat to Braga, ending their long domestic unbeaten streak.
- The Eagles are currently trailing Porto by ten points in the Primeira Liga title race.
- Porto striker Samu Aghehowa is in lethal form, recently netting the winner against Santa Clara.
- Benfica will be without key players including Lukebakio, Bah, and Bruma due to various injuries.
Ahead of the Taça de Portugal quarter-final against FC Porto, Benfica coach José Mourinho addressed recent criticisms following their League Cup exit. Mourinho dismissed the ongoing media narrative, reaffirming his refusal to accept mediocrity or sugarcoat poor performances. Emphasizing his honest relationship with his squad, he insisted on remaining true to his demanding leadership style, prioritizing professional integrity over public perception.
| GK | C. Ramos |
| DF | Fernandes, Kiwior, Bednarek, A. Costa |
| MF | Froholdt, Rosario, Mora |
| FW | Pepe, Samu, Sainz |
| OUT |
L. de Jong(OUT),
N. Perez(OUT),
T. Perez(OUT),
Z. Sanusi(OUT),
F. Moura(QUES)
|
| GK | Trubin |
| DF | Dedic, T. Araujo, A. Silva, Dahl |
| MF | Rios, M. Silva Sudakov, Barreiro, Aursnes |
| FW | Pavlidis |
| OUT |
N. Otamendi(OUT),
A. Bah(OUT),
N. Felix(OUT),
Bruma(OUT),
D. Lukebakio(OUT),
S. Soares(OUT),
A. Silva(QUES),
E. Barrenechea(QUES)
|
FC Porto to Qualify is the strongest play here given their current trajectory. The Dragons are riding a seven-match winning streak and have turned their home ground into an impenetrable fortress, winning 12 of their last 14 matches there. Francesco Farioli has instilled a winning mentality that seems far more stable than the current atmosphere at Benfica. While O Classico is always unpredictable, Benfica’s recent 3-1 loss to Braga showed significant defensive cracks and a lack of communication that Jose Mourinho himself publicly criticized. With Porto leading the league by ten points over their rivals, the psychological advantage is firmly with the hosts. Samu Aghehowa’s clinical finishing and the team’s overall cohesion make them the favorites to reach the semi-finals. Benfica’s injury list, including Lukebakio and Bah, further limits their tactical flexibility in what will be a high-intensity knockout match.
FAQ – FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between FC Porto and Benfica?
FC Porto enters as the favorite due to their incredible home record and a seven-match winning streak, while Benfica is struggling for consistency.
Where can I watch FC Porto vs Benfica live?
The FC Porto vs Benfica Taca de Portugal match will be broadcast live on beIN Connect and RTP 1.
What time does FC Porto vs Benfica start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 20:45 (GMT) on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
What is the recent head-to-head record?
The last meeting between these two giants ended in a 0-0 draw in the Primeira Liga back in October.
