Benfica Secures Dominant Victory Over Estrela Amadora ahead of Real Madrid Clash
Benfica delivered a commanding performance, defeating Estrela Amadora 4-0 at the Estádio da Luz on January 25, 2026. this victory positions the Portuguese side favorably as they prepare to face Real Madrid in the upcoming Champions League fixture. The result also propels Benfica to third place in the Primeira Liga standings after matchday 19.
The match saw Benfica take control in the first half, with Pavlidis opening the scoring in the 42nd minute. Pavlidis further solidified Benfica’s lead in the second half, converting a penalty in the 55th minute to complete his brace. Sidny quickly extended the advantage three minutes later, making it 3-0. A late goal from substitute Cabral in the 84th minute sealed the thorough victory for the home side.
Match Details:
Benfica: Trubin,antónio silva,barrenechea (Barreiro 46′),Aursnes (Rafa Silva 73′),Sudakov (Prioste 73′),Pavlidis (cabral 83′),Sidny,Prestianni (Schjelderup 60′),Dahl,Otamendi,and Daniel Banjaqui.
Estrela Amadora: Renan Ribeiro, Otávio, Schappo, Luan Patrick, J. Encada, Paulo Moreira, Kevin (Alex Sola 65′), Meireles (Alisson 75′), Tom (Doue 56′), Ianis (Pinho 75′), and Antonetti (Robson 75′).
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