6 December 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
Napoli defeated Benfica 2:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2016. Goals were scored by José Callejón 60′, D. Mertens 79′, R. Jiménez 87′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Benfica had 46% possession while Napoli held 54%. Benfica had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Napoli. Benfica made 3 substitutions, Napoli made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Benfica and Napoli — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Mertens
assist: F. Ghoulam
Match Statistics
Benfica had 46% possession against Napoli's 54%. Benfica registered 14 shots (3 on target) while Napoli managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 7–2. Fouls committed: 15–8.
Lineups
Benfica lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Rui Vitória, while Napoli deployed a 4-3-3 under M. Sarri.
Defensive Solidity
Benfica deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Napoli's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Benfica field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Napoli's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Benfica start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Napoli averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: Rui Vitória
Substitutes
Coach: M. Sarri
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Benfica have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Napoli show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Benfica vs Napoli Head to Head Results
Benfica and Napoli have met 2 times — Benfica won 1, Napoli won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (4 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2016.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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