Benfica 5–1 CF Os Belenenses: Eagles Soar in Commanding Friendly Victory

Benfica delivered a dominant performance to crush CF Os Belenenses 5–1 in a pre-season friendly on July 25, 2026. The Portuguese giants showcased their depth and attacking quality, leaving little doubt about their readiness for the new campaign.

Match Overview: Benfica controlled proceedings from the first whistle. They raced to a 3–0 lead inside the opening 30 minutes, with goals from two different midfielders and a striker. Belenenses pulled one back before half-time, but Benfica restored their three-goal cushion early in the second half. A late penalty sealed the emphatic win.

Key Moments:

• 12' – Benfica open the scoring with a low drive from 20 yards.
• 24' – A precise header doubles the lead.
• 29' – The third goal comes after a rapid counter-attack.
• 41' – Belenenses score a superb free-kick to make it 3–1.
• 56' – Benfica restore control with a fourth goal from close range.
• 78' – A penalty is converted for the final 5–1 scoreline.

Standout Players: Benfica's creative midfielder pulled the strings with two assists and a goal. The front three caused constant problems with their movement. Belenenses showed fight but were outclassed by the Lisbon side’s superior fitness and organisation.