October 20, 2025
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Newcastle United vs Benfica Predictions
Tuesday | 19:00 UTC | St James’ Park | UEFA Champions League
The lights return to St James’ Park for another big Champions League night as Newcastle United host Benfica in Group D. After a dominant 4–0 win over Union Saint-Gilloise, Eddie Howe’s side look ready to make a statement against a Benfica team still chasing their first points under José Mourinho.
Newcastle United vs Benfica Prediction
Newcastle were electric in Belgium, dismantling Union SG with a ruthless display that reignited their European campaign after the narrow 2–1 loss to Barcelona. With the Geordie crowd behind them, Howe’s men will fancy their chances of adding another three points.
Benfica, however, arrive in transition. Mourinho replaced Bruno Lage after a shock 3–2 home defeat to Qarabag, but his second game — a 1–0 loss to Chelsea — showed early signs of defensive structure. His focus has been on restoring discipline, and that could make this a tighter contest than expected.
Still, St James’ Park under the lights is a different beast. Newcastle’s high-tempo press, home intensity, and attacking quartet of Gordon, Barnes, Guimarães, and Woltemade should test Benfica’s reshaped defence from the first whistle.
Newcastle United vs Benfica Prediction & Odds
Newcastle are 1.59 favourites, the draw is 4.30, and Benfica are 5.20 outsiders.
Under 2.5 Goals trades at 2.12, while Both Teams To Score (No) is 2.00, reflecting expectations of a controlled home performance.
Newcastle United vs Benfica Tips
Anthony Gordon continues to be a key outlet for Newcastle. His pace and directness have created havoc down the left, and an assist at 4.00 with most bookmakers offers strong value.
Meanwhile, Vangelis Pavlidis is Benfica’s main threat, with six goals this season, but he faces a stern test against Newcastle’s back line, which has conceded just once in their last three at home.
Newcastle United vs Benfica Betting Tips & Predictions
✅ Anthony Gordon to Assist – 4.00
✅ Both Teams to Score: No – 2.00
Odds correct at time of writing.
