Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Benfica
The final score was Benfica 3-1 AGF. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Rafa Silva put the first mark on the match 2', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Benfica led Shots on target 13-1. Benfica also shaded Total shots 32-3.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Benfica the favourite at 89.3% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Benfica
89.3%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
BenficaBenfica
AGF
13
1
Total shots
BenficaBenfica
AGF
32
3
Corners
BenficaBenfica
AGF
11
1