Benfica host Sporting CP at Estadio da Luz, Lisboa on Sunday, Dec 27 at 6:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 1 point in the Primeira Liga, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Benfica come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Sporting CP travel in good form (3W 2D 0L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

In 10 previous meetings, Benfica lead 2–4 with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Sporting CP won 1–2.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Benfica a slight edge, but Sporting CP are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.