Challenge Benfica: Chaves Aims for an Upset in Taca de Portugal Clash

Chaves will host Benfica at Estádio Municipal Eng. Manuel Branco Teixeira on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 18:30 UTC in the third round of the Taca de Portugal. Chaves vs Benfica – live score, predicted lineups and H2H is a fixture that draws attention due to Benfica’s strong recent form and historical dominance in this matchup. Benfica enters the game unbeaten in their last nine matches and has secured victories in their previous two encounters against Chaves. Historically, Benfica holds eight wins, Chaves has won once, and the teams have drawn once in their last ten meetings. Chaves, meanwhile, will look to upset the odds on home turf, with both teams aiming for progression in the national cup. The expected lineups are as follows: Chaves will likely field a 5-4-1 formation with Marko Gudzulic in goal, supported by Zach Muscat, Bruno Rodrigues, Ricardo Alves, Carraca, and Kiko Vilas Boas in defense. The midfield will feature Paulo Victor, Pedro Pinho, Ktatau, and Henrique Pereira, while Uros Milovanovic leads the attack. Benfica is set to line up in a 4-3-3, with Samuel Soares in goal, defenders Amar Dedic, Tomas Araujo, Antonio Silva, and Samuel Dahl, and a midfield trio of Fredrik Aursnes, Enzo Barrenechea, and Georgiy Sudakov. Up front, Dodi Lukebakio, Vangelis Pavlidis, and Joao Rego are expected to start. Benfica will be without Alexander Bah, Bruma, and Manu Silva due to injuries. The match will be played at a stadium with a capacity of 12,000 and on a grass surface, with weather conditions forecast at 18°C. Fans can follow live coverage, including scores, statistics, and commentary, on platforms like FotMob and keep up with live standings and tournament progress. For further details on Benfica’s recent performances and squad updates, visit S.L. Benfica’s official site. This fixture promises a competitive clash, with Chaves seeking to challenge Benfica’s dominance in the cup. Given Benfica’s form and head-to-head advantage, they are considered favorites, but cup competitions are known for surprises.