Match Overview
Two historic European clubs are set to clash in American territory on Tuesday during the 2025 FIFA World Cup, featuring a match between Bayern Munich and Benfica. Bayern recently secured the German Bundesliga title while Benfica concluded the Portuguese Primeira Liga in second place.
These teams are no strangers to each other, having faced off in the UEFA Champions League recently and accumulating a total of seven encounters since 2016. Currently, Bayern is leading Group C with six points from two matches, and Benfica trails with four points.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The latest odds from DraftKings show Bayern Munich as +105 favorites (bet $100 to win $105) against Benfica’s +330 odds. A draw is priced at +205, and the total match goals are set at 2.5.
Expert Picks from Martin Green
Before finalizing any bets, it’s recommended to check the insights from Martin Green, a proven soccer analyst, before deciding on your picks for the match.
Here are Green’s top recommendations for the match (odds subject to change):
- Both teams to score (-122)
- Benfica +0.5 (-135)
“Bayern narrowly defeated Benfica 1-0 in their last encounter, but both teams have shown significant attacking capabilities during this tournament. Given their prior performances and current form, both teams scoring seems highly likely,” Green stated.
Moreover, Benfica’s Angel Di Maria has been particularly impactful, having scored three goals in just two matches, indicating that Benfica might prove to be the more motivated side in this matchup.
