Where to watch Benfica x Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League: predictions and match history

Sport Lisboa e Benfica faces Bayer 04 Leverkusen this Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in the UEFA Champions League group, at Estádio da Luz, in Lisbon. The duel, scheduled for 5pm (Brasília time), brings together two teams looking for points to advance in the European competition. Coach Bruno Lage, from Benfica, is betting on the strength of the local attack, while Xabi Alonso, from Leverkusen, prioritizes defensive solidity.

The match takes place at a key moment in the group stage, with Benfica needing wins at home to consolidate their position. Leverkusen, in turn, arrives with a good recent record in the Bundesliga, but faces challenges in adapting to Europe.

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• Benfica: 5 wins, 3 draws, 0 defeats in the Primeira Liga.
• Leverkusen: 4 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat in the Bundesliga.

The climate in Lisbon favors football, with an average temperature of 17°C and the possibility of light rain.

Starting formations and absences

Benfica should enter the field with an offensive lineup, adjusted after the 3-0 victory over Porto in the last game of the Portuguese league. Anatoliy Trubin returns in goal, while the defense has Alexander Bah on the right flank.

In midfield, João Mário and Florentino Luís anchor the marking, freeing Kerem Aktürkoğlu to create plays. The attack has Vangelis Pavlidis as a reference, alongside Bruma and Ángel Di María.

Bayer Leverkusen, who drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich recently, maintains their starting lineup. Lukáš Hrádecký defends the arc, with Jeremie Frimpong on the right.

Edmond Tapsoba and Piero Hincapié form the central duo, while Granit Xhaka sets the pace in the middle. In the offensive sector, Florian Wirtz and Jeronimo Vidal look for spaces.

Clash history and numbers

The teams last met in 2023, in the Europa League, with Leverkusen advancing on penalties after an aggregate draw. In Lisbon, Benfica won 2-1 on that occasion.

The Portuguese has home advantage in the Champions League, with a 70% success rate in the last ten European games at the Estádio da Luz. Leverkusen, current Bundesliga champions, scores an average of 2.1 goals per game this season.

Statistical data point to a balanced game: Benfica concedes 0.8 goals per home duel, while Leverkusen finishes 14 times per away game.

Latest Benfica results

The Lisbon team is enjoying a good moment in the 2025-2026 season. The last five games show consistency, with a focus on victories againstvincentes.

• 3-0 victory over Porto, in the Primeira Liga.
• 1-1 draw with Sporting, in a Portuguese derby.
• 2-0 triumph against Red Bull Salzburg, in the Champions League.
• 4-1 success against Braga, in the national league.
• Surprising 0-1 defeat to Boavista, in a recent exception.

These numbers reinforce the unbeaten record at home, with 13 goals scored in the last five domestic duels.

Leverkusen’s recent performance

Bayer 04 Leverkusen alternates between good and bad results in the Bundesliga, but stands out in Europe. The last five commitments reveal a resilient team.

The German team drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich in the league. Before, they beat Union Berlin 3-2, in a closely contested game.

In the Champions League, Leverkusen beat Atlético de Madrid 2-0. They followed up with a 1-0 victory over Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga.

The last defeat came 0-1 against RB Leipzig, in a stumble away from home. Overall, the German attack converts 65% of the chances created.

Where to watch live in Brazil

The game is broadcast on paid channels and streaming platforms. Brazilian fans follow the match in real time through accessible options.

TNT Sports airs the matchup for cable subscribers, with local narration and commentary. In streaming, HBO Max offers complete coverage, including pre- and post-game.

• HBO Max: Monthly subscription starting at R$19.90, with the option of a family package.
• TNT Sports: Available via operators such as Claro, Vivo and Sky.
• Globoplay: Integration with paid channels for premium users.

The ball rolls at 5pm, Brasília time, and the signal opens 30 minutes before. Stay tuned to the clubs’ official networks for updates.

Duel predictions and curiosities

Analysts point to a tight scoreline, with slight favoritism for Benfica as they play at home. The predicted score is 2-1 for the Portuguese, considering their current form.

Vangelis Pavlidis, Benfica’s top scorer with 7 goals this season, is highlighted. For Leverkusen, Florian Wirtz, with 5 assists, could unbalance.

Curiosities include the fact that Xabi Alonso faced Benfica as a player in 2006, in the Champions League final. The Estádio da Luz, with a capacity of 65,000, is expected to be full with 50,000 tickets sold.

Remaining tickets cost €30 to €150, available on Benfica’s official website. The weather forecast indicates 17°C, with light winds of 10 km/h and a 20% chance of rain.