Benfica vs Rangers Odds, AI Picks, Prediction and Betting Analysis

The crucial action on the UEL schedule continues on Thursday, as the round of 16 gets underway. One of the standout ties in this round will see Rangers and Benfica lock horns.
These sides previously played out some thrilling UEL matchups in the 2020-21 season, and there should be two high-quality matches over the next two weeks. You can find the latest Benfica vs Rangers odds and our UEL computer picks here.
Game Information
BENFICA vs RANGERS |
Location of the Game: Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Lisbon, Portugal |
Date and Time: Thursday, March 7, 2024. 3:00 PM ET |
Reason: 2023-2024 UEFA Europa League Round 16 1st leg |
How to watch: Paramount+ |
Benfica vs Rangers Pick and Prediction
ODDS | AI PICKS |
MONEYLINE | Benfica -175 |
The Benfica vs Rangers odds will highlight that this could be a testing fixture to make a selection. Neither side comes into this showdown with any fresh UEL injuries, meaning a high-quality fixture is expected. Both of the previous clashes between these sides ended in draws in 2020-21, but the away record of Rangers would be a pressing concern.
The Rangers results show that they have lost three of their last four knockout stage matches away from Glasgow, meaning that the preference for this Benfica vs Rangers matchup is for the hosts.
Benfica vs Rangers Odds
TEAM | RECORD | MONEYLINE | HANDICAP | OVER/UNDER |
BENFICA | 1-1-4 4Pts | -175 | -1 | O 2.75 |
RANGERS | 3-2-1 11Pts | +477 | +1 | U 2.75 |
DRAW | +315 |
The Benfica vs Rangers odds show the home side as the -175 favorites. The UEL odds have the away win priced up at +477, with the draw available at +315 this week.
Benfica vs Rangers Analysis
Benfica Preview
It is likely that Benfica wasn’t planning on competing in the Europa League this term after previously playing in the Champions League before Christmas. However, the Benfica standings saw them finish third behind Real Sociedad and Inter Milan, meaning that they were forced to drop into the second tier competition.
However, they still needed to overcome a challenging tie in the playoff round after drew against French side Toulouse. But, the Portuguese side pressed home their advantage after recording a 2-1 home success against their rivals.
It is worth assessing the UEL team stats for Benfica. They have never lost a home match in the Europa League in 27 previous fixtures. That is the most by any side in the competition. In fact, they have only failed to score in home match in the competition.
The UEL player stats show that Angel Di Maria could be a star worth watching this week. The winger has been involved in nine goals in seven home matches in the competition for the Portuguese side, which includes two goals in the playoff round against Toulouse.
Rangers Preview
It promises to be a thrilling end to the season for Rangers, as the Scottish side remain in the hunt for a league and cup double. The side from Glasgow was excellent in the opening round of the competition, topping their UEL standings after winning three of their six matches.
However, they recorded just one win on the road from three matches in the opening round, with the majority of their victories being achieved in front of their home fans at Ibrox. But, the Gers have an excellent away record in Portugal after losing just once in seven visits.
Over that period, they have recorded two wins, with four matches ending in draws. However, their away record in the knockout stage could be one of the biggest concerns ahead of this showdown in Portugal.
Rangers have lost three of their last four away matches in the knockout stage of the Europa League, with their only win coming in the playoff round in 2021-22 against Borussia Dortmund.
Benfica vs Rangers Head to Head
This will be the third time that Benfica and Rangers have collided in a European fixture. Each of the last two clashes have ended in draws, which includes a 3-3 result in Portugal in the Europa League group stages in 2020-21.
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