Newcastle United vs Benfica Match Overview – 21.10.2025

Newcastle United hosts Benfica at the St. James’ Park in Newcastle in a very good game from the Champions League’s league phase. The English side looks for a second consecutive win in the tournament while Benfica are looking for a first one.

Newcastle kicked off their campaign with a home defeat against Barcelona, but in their second match the Magpies were merciless – 4-0 against Royale Union SG away from home. Now Eddie Howe’s boys are aware that they can make a good step towards reaching the knockout phase of the competition.

Benfica are not doing well so far in the Champions League – two defeats from two matches played. Now it’s up to the manager Jose Mourinho to turn the team’s fortunes around. The Special One replaced Bruno Lage after the home defeat against Qarabag, but in his first Champions League match he lost against Chelsea.

Newcastle United News & Analysis

Newcastle didn’t prepare in the best way possible for this upcoming game. The Magpies suffered a defeat in the Premier League – a 1-2 loss against Brighton & Hove Albion. Nick Woltemade scored for the visiting team, but at the end Brighton managed to secure the win. Can Eddie Howe revive the team for the next one?

It’s not clear if Howe is going to make any changes in Newcastle’s line-up against Benfica. Woltemade, Gordon and Elanga shall lead the attack once again, supported by Bruno, Tonali and Joelinton in midfield. That’s the best Newcastle can offer at this moment.

Newcastle’s record signing Nick Woltemade is starting to find his form. The German striker now has 5 goals in 8 matches played with Newcastle’s shirt. He’s going to be a huge threat for Benfica’s defence on Tuesday.

Benfica News & Analysis

Benfica prepared for this trip to Newcastle with another win in the Portuguese Primeira Liga. Mourinho’s boys faced Chaves away from home and did enough for a 2-0 win. The Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis emerged as the hero as he scored both goals for the visiting team.

It seems that Jose Mourinho is starting to get used to his new team. The legendary manager arrived at Benfica with huge expectations from the fans. He’d need some more time to show his best, but clearly Benfica are now a team to watch.

Andreas Schjelderup could return in the starting eleven at the St. James’ Park. The Norwegian winger started from the bench against Chaves, but came in at half-time.

Newcastle United vs Benfica Betting Predictions

Newcastle are favourites for the win here, mainly because they have the home advantage. But we expect a competitive game between these two teams.

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Under 2.5 Goals;

Head-to-Head Matches

Newcastle United and Benfica have played three matches against each other so far. The Portuguese team won two of them while there’s one draw as well.

Betting Verdict

Newcastle United will try to use their home advantage against Benfica at the St. James’ Park – this is a difficult ground to play at. But keep an eye on Benfica – they are a dangerous team. Thank you for being with us and our Asian handicap soccer predictions for beginners.