Aja vs Benfica Prediction, Odds & Insights – Ligue Des Champions (25/11/2025)

Get ready for an electrifying Champions League clash as Aja takes on Benfica at the iconic Johan Cruijff ArenA. Kickoff is scheduled for 18:45 on 25/11/2025, promising intense football action in front of a capacity crowd of 55,865 fans.

Aja in Focus

Aja sets up in a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring key players like W. Weghorst upfront and O. Gloukh orchestrating plays. Despite mixed recent results with 2 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses in their last 10 matches, their home form shows promise, averaging 3 goals per game at the stadium.

Benfica at a Glance

Benfica counters with the same 4-2-3-1 setup, anchored by G. Sudakov and D. Lukebakio in attack. Their solid defense concedes just 0.8 goals on average, with a recent good run of 5 wins out of 10 matches. They also bring a strong away goal average of 2 per match, making them formidable visitors.

We Say

We believe Benfica will win this match with odds at 1.8. The team’s consistent form and defensive solidity give them an edge in this Champions League battle.

Stats That Matter

Stat	Aja	Benfica
Avg. Goals For	3.8	2.5
Avg. Goals Against	2.5	0.8
Last Meeting (GF)	–	–

• Aja’s recent results include a tough 0-3 loss to Galatasaray but a commanding 5-1 win over Chelsea.
• Benfica holds 5 victories and only 3 defeats in their last 10 games, highlighting their consistency.
• Upcoming big matches include Galatasaray vs Union Saint-Gilloise and Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal CF on the same day.

Odds & Insights

Market	Aja	Benfica	Draw/Alt
1X2	–	1.8	–
Over/Under 2.5 Goals	–	1.59	–
Both Teams to Score	–	–	No
Correct Score	–	–	–
Anytime Goalscorer	–	–	–

Past Meetings (H2H)

Date	Competition	Result
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Our Take

This Champions League encounter pits an offensively strong Aja side against a robust, defensively sound Benfica team. Given Benfica’s higher win count and better defensive record, backing them to secure victory appears well-founded. The betting odds align with this view, supporting Benfica’s chances to not only win but keep a clean sheet.

• Main Bet: Benfica wins the match (Odds 1.8)
• Secondary Option: Over 2.5 goals (Odds 1.59)
• Alternative: Both teams not to score
• Correct Score Lean: –

While Aja boasts a higher average goal tally at home, their defensive vulnerability could be exploited by Benfica’s organized attack. This game promises a tactical battle where careful risk-taking will be rewarded. For bettors, Benfica’s solid recent form combined with their ability to contain opponents makes them a smart pick in this Champions League round 5 fixture.