Our prediction for this Portugal Primeira Liga match:
Following a routine 5-0 win over Chaves, Benfica will look to cement top position in the standings when they take on Estoril on Matchday 12. The Eagles have been scoring goals for fun in all competitions of late, and it is no wonder the odds for away victory have been dropping. Enzo Fernandez is back from suspension, while both Julian Draxler and Morato are out of contention with injuries for the visiting side.
Estoril, on the other hand, have been struggling in matches against Benfica in the 21st century, and seeing that the league leaders look unstoppable at the moment, away triumph should be considered. In their last meeting in the Portuguese top flight Benfica defeated Estoril 2-1. It has to be noted that first-choice goalkeeper Daniel Leite is banned for the hosts following his sending off in a 1-1 draw with Portimonense.
Highlighted Player (Alex Grimaldo):
Alex Grimaldo is a Spanish footballer who plays for Portuguese side Benfica as a left back. Born in Valencia on September 20, 1995, Grimaldo started his youth career at his hometown club FC Valencia, but in 2008 Barcelona scouts brought him to Camp Nou.
The 171-cm-tall footballer scored six goals in 92 appearances for Barca B before joining Primeira Liga club Benfica in the winter of 2015. Alex Grimaldo made his debut with the Eagles on January 26, 2016 in a 6-1 win at Moreirense in the Taca da Liga. Speaking of his Primeira Liga debut, Grimaldo played his first league game for Benfica on February 29, 2016 in a 2-0 win over Uniao Leiria.
The Benfica defender has two caps for Spain U21 team, but he has yet to make his debut with the senior team. His main position is left-back, but he is capable of producing fine performances as a left winger as well.