Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Benfica
The final score was Benfica 1-0 Chaves. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
João Neves put the first mark on the match 68', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Benfica led Shots on target 7-0. Benfica also shaded Total shots 22-7.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Benfica the favourite at 90.9% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Benfica
90.9%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
BenficaBenfica
Chaves
7
0
Total shots
BenficaBenfica
Chaves
22
7
Corners
BenficaBenfica
Chaves
11
2