Who has the edge in Sporting v Benfica? Derby of derbies record | OneFootball

The eternal derby between Sporting and Benfica is once again making headlines, steeped in history and rivalry. For some, the past does not step onto the pitch; for others, it helps explain trends and balances in a clash where every detail matters. In the preview, José Mourinho recalled that very record, highlighting that the Eagles have not won at Alvalade for several years.

Benfica’s last win at Sporting’s ground dates back to 2022, then under interim manager Nélson Veríssimo. In that match, goals from Darwin Núñez and Gil Dias secured a 2-0 victory. Since then, Benfica have not won again at their rival’s home: there has been one draw and three Sporting wins, including matches in the Portuguese Cup and the league, with goals from Geny Catamo, Pedro Gonçalves and Viktor Gyökeres standing out.

All things considered, in the total number of clashes between the Lions and the Eagles played at the José Alvalade Stadium, across all competitions, Sporting hold a clear advantage: in 154 matches, they have 76 wins, compared to Benfica’s 46, along with 32 draws.

However, if the analysis is limited to the league, the balance is almost absolute. In 91 matches played at Sporting’s ground, Sporting have won 35 times, while Benfica have 34 victories. The goals tally is also level, with 130 scored by each side, figures that perfectly reflect the uncertainty once again surrounding another chapter of this historic rivalry.

The green-and-white side takes to the pitch this Sunday, 19 April, against Benfica. The match, part of the 30th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the team managed by José Mourinho, will kick off at 6:00 pm at the José Alvalade Stadium.

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