Lajense vs SB Castelo Branco: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Lajense prepare to host Benfica e Castelo Branco on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 16:30, this PORTUGAL: Campeonato de Portugal Prio, Group C fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Lajense, currently 9th in the standings with 21 points from 18 games, trail the leaders by 19 points. They've earned 12 points from 9 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Benfica e Castelo Branco, sitting 2nd with 32 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 10 points from 7 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Lajense and Benfica e Castelo Branco have been competitive, ending in a 2-2 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Samora Correia, Lajense recorded a 0-2 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Benfica e Castelo Branco's last outing came against Electrico, where they secured a 6-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Lajense are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Lajense and Benfica e Castelo Branco are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Lajense's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Benfica e Castelo Branco's games average 2.8 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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