Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the UEFA Europa League match.
Benfica
Benfica have played 2 games against Sporting in April. The cup game ended in a draw, however, Benfica are eliminated on aggregate. Sporting won their league game (2:1). However, Benfica created more xG (1.18 against 1.01) with more ball possession (55% against 45%). Benfica have scored at least a goal in each of their home games since October 24 (19 consecutive matches).
Marseille
Marseille performed well after a new head coach was appointed. They won 5 consecutive games. But it came to an end. After losing the second leg UEFA Europa League game versus Villarreal, Marseille also lost their French league games versus Rennes and PSG (0:2 on both occasions). Marseille lost their last game against Lille (1:3). Marseille have managed to keep the clean sheet in 2 out of the last 9 away games in 2024.
Benfica – Marseille prediction
After losing the game versus Sporting, Benfica have almost lost a chance to defend the title in Portugal. Now they can switch entirely to the European tournament. Benfica will hold the advantage. They will score at least twice.
