Benfica vs Napoli live score, H2H and lineups

[(SL Benfica) Strength]:
1. Currently, SL Benfica have only 3 points in the UEFA Champions League standings and are 3 points away from the play-offs zone. Every remaining match is a crucial battle. Playing at the Estadio Da Luz, the whole team know that only by defeating SSC Napoli can they keep their qualification hopes alive, and they are fully motivated to fight.
2. SL Benfica have shown remarkable resilience in the Primeira Liga this season. After 13 rounds, they remain undefeated with a record of 8 wins and 5 draws. Alongside FC Porto, they are one of only two teams yet to suffer a defeat in the league so far.

[(SL Benfica) Weakness]:
1. Key attacker Dodi Lukebakio is out long-term with an ankle fracture, winger Bruma has suffered an Achilles tendon rupture, forward Henrique Araujo is out with a muscle injury, and right-back Alexander Bah is also unavailable as he recovers from a cruciate ligament injury, all unavailable for this match.
2. SL Benfica have been struggling in the UEFA Champions League. Despite ending their 4-game losing streak with a victory over AFC Ajax in the Matchday 5, their European campaign record of 1 win and 4 losses remains far from satisfactory.
3. SL Benfica have recorded 3 wins and 4 draws at home in the league this season, showing unstable performances. They have failed to secure a victory in their last 3 home matches, including a 0-1 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League at home.
4. SL Benfica's performance in the UEFA Champions League has been mediocre in both attack and defense. After 5 matches, they have only scored 4 goals while conceding 8.
5. SL Benfica previously faced SSC Napoli twice in the UEFA Champions League in 2016, losing both legs. Historically, they have only got 1 win in 4 official encounters.
6. SL Benfica have won only 1 of the last 6 matches in AH with a poor trend. They failed to win the last 3 home matches in AH.

[(SSC Napoli) Strength]:
1. Despite being plagued by injuries recently, SSC Napoli still managed to defeat strong rivals Juventus FC 2-1 over the weekend. They are currently tied with league leaders AC Milan in points, which provides them with enough confidence for this match.
2. SSC Napoli have maintained a high offensive efficiency recently, scoring 9 goals in their last 6 official matches. Players such as Scott McTominay, David Neres, and Rasmus Hojlund all have strong attacking impact.
3. SSC Napoli have won both of their last two UEFA Champions League meetings against SL Benfica and have won 3 of their last 4 UEFA Champions League encounters, giving them a psychological advantage.

[(SSC Napoli) Weakness]:
1. Key midfielder Stanislav Lobotka is confirmed to miss the match due to a muscle problem. Additionally, several important players including Miguel Gutierrez, Alex Meret, Billy Gilmour, Frank Anguissa, and key player Kevin De Bruyne are all absent due to injuries. Up front, Romelu Lukaku is still not match-fit.
2. SSC Napoli's performance in the league phase of UEFA Champions League this season has been inconsistent, with only 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 matches. They still need to work hard to secure direct qualification.
3. SSC Napoli's away form has been poor, losing 5 of their last 7 official away matches. In the UEFA Champions League, they lost both away matches to Manchester City and PSV Eindhoven.
4. SSC Napoli's defensive stability has been poor, especially away from home. They have conceded 10 goals in their last 6 official away matches, averaging nearly 2 goals per game. In their last UEFA Champions League away match, they conceded 6 goals to PSV Eindhoven.
5. SSC Napoli have won only 4 of the last 10 away matches in AH with poor performances. They have lost all the last 3 Champions League away matches in AH.

[Tips]:
Although SL Benfica remain unbeaten in the Primeira Liga, the high number of draws is a factor that cannot be ignored.

The team currently have several injuries in the forward line, especially the absence of Dodi Lukebakio has weakened SL Benfica's attacking impact.

SL Benfica's performance in the league phase of UEFA Champions League this season has also been poor. Despite having many injuries, SSC Napoli still managed to defeat Juventus FC in a tough league match over the weekend.

Attackers such as David Neres, Rasmus Hojlund, and Scott McTominay remain in good form, and SSC Napoli certainly have the ability to compete away against SL Benfica.

The bookmakers are currently lacking confidence with SL Benfica.

Considering the historical head-to-head records, SSC Napoli should at least secure a point away in this match.

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