Benfica vs Celtic FC: UEFA Europa League preview, head-to-head & prediction
Benfica meet Celtic FC in UEFA Europa League, with kick-off on Thursday 15 October 2026 at 19:00 UTC. Here's the head-to-head record, how both sides are shaping up and what to expect — all from SportScore's live data.
Head-to-head
The two sides have met 7 times. Benfica have won 4, Celtic FC 2, with 1 draw.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Nov 2012 | UEFA Champions League | Benfica 2–1 Celtic FC |
| 19 Sep 2012 | UEFA Champions League | Celtic FC 0–0 Benfica |
| 02 Sep 2009 | International Club Friendly | Benfica 3–1 Celtic FC |
| 06 Nov 2007 | UEFA Champions League | Celtic FC 1–0 Benfica |
| 24 Oct 2007 | UEFA Champions League | Benfica 1–0 Celtic FC |
Recent form
Benfica are in excellent form — W W W W W from their last 5 (W5 D0 L0).
- W v AC Milan (2–0)
- W v Gil Vicente (3–1)
- W v Moreirense (4–0)
- W v Maritimo (3–0)
- W v Estoril (2–1)
Celtic FC are in good form — L L W W W from their last 5 (W3 D0 L2).
- L v Ferencvarosi TC (1–3)
- L v Rangers F.C. (0–3)
- W v St Johnstone F.C. (1–0)
- W v St Mirren F.C. (2–1)
- W v Aberdeen F.C. (3–0)
What to expect
On current form Benfica look the stronger side and will fancy their chances, but tournament football rarely follows the script — expect Celtic FC to make it competitive.