"Starting with the hosts, while Benfica might be enduring a public Champions League nightmare, Jose Mourinho's men are enjoying an eye-catching domestic flurry. Although the Eagles might have a real battle on their hands in the race to reclaim their Primeira Liga crown, the former Manchester United boss has seen his squad enjoy an extended flurry. Last seen clinching a 2-1 victory away at Nacional, they have now won each of their previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 6-1."
"As for the visitors, making real history last season as they successfully defended their Primeira Liga crown, Sporting Lisbon have underlined their status as Portugal's ultimate poster boys. With their sights firmly set on shattering more domestic records this time around, the Lions are enjoying another dominant spell. Last seen storming their way to an empathic 4-0 romp at home against Estrela, Rui Borges' men certainly find the mod in their camp at a red-hot high."
Benfica host Sporting Lisbon at the Estadio da Luz in a high-profile Primeira Liga clash. Jose Mourinho's Benfica have won three consecutive matches across competitions, outscoring opponents 6-1, and have lost only twice in their last 11 outings. Benfica sit three points behind Sporting and remain unbeaten at home in the Primeira Liga so far this calendar year, including a 5-0 win over Arouca. Sporting Lisbon successfully defended last season's title and have won four straight matches, including a 4-0 victory over Estrela and a 3-0 Taca de Portugal win against Marinhense.
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