José Mourinho’s Benfica secure crucial draw vs. Porto as Andreas Schjelderup and Leandro Barreiro strike in Primeira Liga

After Andreas Schjelderup's goal, Benfica recovered their offensive prowess, reaching a key tie from Leandro Barreiro. Far distant remained Porto, as they lost the ball possession and had a regular second half, holding several defensive gaps.

Benfica (2) vs. Porto (2)

Referee Joao Pinheiro announces + 6 additional minutes

Benfica (2) vs. Porto (2)

Far from chasing a victory, Porto are currently betting for a defensive strategy, looking for keeping the tie against Benfica. While José Mounrinho's team chase a victory, Francesco Fariol's team stops them with solidity.

With a ball recovery in the midfield from Franjo Ivanovic, he found Bah, who receives and passes it back for him to run until the corner. Then, Ivanovic crosses the ball, finding Leandro Barreiro, who shoot with an impressive precision to tie the game. 

Having recovered the protagonism with the ball, José Mourinho decided to make another change to boost Benfica's chances: Amar Dedic is subbed off, and Alexander Bah take his place, looking for solidity at the back, with offensive prowess. 

After Andreas Schjelderup's goal, Benfica regained possession and control of the game. They are not only attacking down the right wing, but also creating chances down the left wing with Dodi Lukebakio. In addition, the midfield has recovered control, recovering the ball efficiently and always passing to the wings, taking advantage of their speed.

After netting the first goal, coach José Mourinho decided to take off Nicolas Otamendi as he deals with physical problems. In his place, Antonio Silva entered the game. Also, Enzo Barrenechea was subbed off to enter Leandro Barreiro.

Following an individual play from Dodi Lukebakio that shoot in the post, Andreas Schjelderup recovered the ball and shoot, to net Benfica's first goal in the game. 

Looking to secure a huge victory against Benfica, Porto head coach decided to make two changes: Oskar Pietuszewski and Martim Fernandes were subbed off, while Borja Sainz and Francisco Moura get the chance. Moreover, José Mourinho also make two chances: Gianlica Prestianni and Rafa Silva were subbed off, while Franjo Ivanovic and Dodi Lukebakio entered the game

After Gianluca Prestianni's cornerkick, Benfica and Porto players battled for the ball. Nonetheless, Seko Fofana received it in the stomach, leaving him without air for a couple of seconds. 

Amid an impressive play from Prestianni and Vangelis Pavlidis, Rafa Silva receives ALONE the ball. Nonetheless, he did not have the chance to control and shoot, leaving his chance far behind the goal.

While Benfica dominate in the offense, Porto are betting on their counterattacks, as in the first half. Nonetheless, Jose Mourinho's midfield keeps leaving HUGE gaps at their backs. With this,  Victor Froholdt and Oskar Pietuszewski keep shinning, looking for the third goal.

Along the first minutes of the second half, Benfica have been leading again offensively, betting for a high press strategy. Gianluca Prestianni keeps being crucial to open spaces in Porto's solid defense, being the most differential player of José Mourinho's team.

Following an intense first half, referee Joao Pinheiro starts the second half!

Benfica (0) vs. Porto (2)

Chasing defensive consistency, Porto head coach Francesco Farioli decided to subbed of Gabri Veiga and Pepê, betting for Seko Fofana and William Gomes

Benfica are losing 0-2 against FC Porto while dominating offensively. 

After taking lots of time moving the ball, Porto's goalkeeper Diogo Costa receives a yellow card for delaying the game.

In a free kick shoot, Gabri Veiga took a massive and powerfull shoot directly to Benfica's side, but Andrey Trubin save it in an impressive way.

While betting for countterattacks, Porto have enjoyed several gaps on Benfrica's defense.  From a brilliant pass from Gabri Veiga, Oskar  PIETUSZEWSKI receives the ball and passes by Benfica's defense. After beating defenses, he nets a powerful shoot. 

Porto have remained solid defensively, betting for two defensive lines on their field. Nonetheless, they always make dangerous counterattacks  on Benfica's players losing the ball, gaining momentum.

Far from being dominated, Jose Mourinho's team has remained really creative, opening themselves spaces in Porto's defensive line.

Following multiple fouls in Porto's counter attack, Gabri Veiga and Nicolas Otamendi receive yellow card.

Despite receiving an early goal, Benfica have remained loyal to their offensive strategy. High pressing Porto, they have gained possession in their area with Gianluca Prestianni dominating on field. Nonetheless the Argentine alwayds finds a free man that is quickly blocked by coach Farioli's defense.

Following the foul on Prestianni, Andreas Schjelderup decided to take the free kick. While he had a near spot, his shoot passed near the goalkeeper, but saved it.  

Amid a Benfica's counterattack, Pepe fouled on Gianluca Prestianni near Porto's defense area.

While Porto decided to reinforce the defensive solidity, they have remained protagonist in the offense, chasing the second goal with counterattacks. Due to Benfica's high pressing, they enjoy several spaces to run and net another goal. They are dominating the game

After netting the first goal from Victor Froholdt, Porto decided to reshape their offensive strategy from the beginning to a solid defense. With this, Benfica receive the ball, but coach Farioli's defense stops each occasion

After a wonderful ball out from the defense, Gabri Veiga received the ball and found Victor Froholdt running into space. The Dane controlled the ball, dribbling past defenders to get in front of goal and score past Trubin.

With nearly 3 minutes stopped due to smoke , Referee Joao Pinheiro decided to continue the game Benfica vs. Porto

Referee Joao Pinheiro has to spot the Benfica vs. Porto  game due to several smoke on field from fans.

Benfica and FC Porto's Primeira Liga's game is underway!

Throughout the 2025–26 season, FC Porto have established themselves as the best team in Portugal, excelling defensively with just eight goals conceded. Despite this, coach Francesco Farioli has chosen to remain cautious ahead of the match against José Mourinho’s Benfica.

“From my experience, I can say that no result will discourage us. Regarding Benfica with Mourinho, they clearly have an offensive orientation. If we look at what they did at the Bernabéu, they exerted extraordinary pressure on us. We know what to expect, that it will be difficult, and we are prepared for it,” Francesco Farioli said.

Despite high expectations, José Mourinho has not yet managed to take Benfica to the top of the table, as the team had an inconsistent start to the season. However, they have now put together four consecutive victories, raising hopes of another win. In light of this, the coach broke his silence regarding the upcoming match.

"To be honest, I don't know what to expect... The championship is decided game by game, it has been like that since the beginning of the championship and it will continue like that until everything is still mathematically possible...Objectively speaking, we are 7 points behind the league leaders... I want to be as pragmatic as possible in the sense that, as long as it's mathematically possible, we will give our best," José Mourinho said.

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Benfica and Porto will face off on Matchday 25 of the 2025–26 Primeira Liga at the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon, Portugal. With a capacity of 68,100, it stands as the largest stadium in the country, serving as a true fortress for José Mourinho’s side. In fact, their last meeting at this venue ended in a 4–1 victory for Mourinho's team.

Not only Benfica will suffer key absentees, but also Porto will miss: Samu Aghehowa, Luuk de Jong, and Nehuén Pérez. For that reason, coach Francesco Farioli decided to lineup as follows:

Heading into today’s match, Benfica have significant absences in the squads. While José Mourinho will be without Georgiy Sudakov and Fredrik Aursnes. As a result, coach decided to lineup as follows:

Benfica and Porto’s game is set to start at 2:00pm ET/ 11:00am PT-

You can watch the 2025-26 Primeira Liga live on Fubo.

After losing the protagonism with the ball, Porto head coach Francesco Farioli decided to take off Deniz Gul, who had a irregular game. In his place, Tarem Moffi take place, looking for more scoring prowess.

Welcome to our live blog of the match between Benfica and Porto in the 2025-26 Primeira Liga. Stay with us for all the key information about this clash, and once the game kicks off, for minute-by-minute updates.