Benfica – PSG

Fans will not see more than three goals scored in Lisbon

One of the most interesting duels in the Champions League this week will take place in Lisbon. Benfica and PSG approach the third round with 100 per cent positive results. In addition to the maximum number of points, the goal difference is also identical. Juventus and Maccabi Haifa do not have any points in the H quartet at the end of the opening rounds. Despite the Portuguese side's success, bookmakers have identified the visitors from Paris as favourites at the Estadio da Luz. The odds on Galitié's side are slightly lower than at least one point for the home side. Overall, Benfica are a unique club for the current season. "The Eagles played their first official game on the second of August and lost their first points on the first of October. Before Saturday's trip to Guimaraões, the Lisbon club had played thirteen Champions League and Portuguese league games, winning all of them without exception. It is likely that Schmidt's side were 0-0 down in their last official encounter as a result of the players' mood for their next encounter with Paris. Benfica's defence deserves special attention, having conceded just one goal in the last month, which Juventus did at home. Paris have played one less official match this season, but have a similar result with the Portuguese club. The difference is the presence of Neymar, Mbappe and Messi, the French champions, who have the best impact on the team's performance. PSG's trio of leaders have scored a combined total of 26 goals in twelve official league and Champions League games. On Saturday, the Parisian side played Nice at home and could not tip the scales in their favour until the 83rd minute, when Mbappe scored the winning goal with an assist from Moukiellet. Of course, the bookmakers' choice of favourites for the match is fair. That said, Benfica have shown a perfectly organised game and disciplined defence over the past two months. It is unlikely that such reliable structures will collapse in front of the visitors' stellar attacking line-up. It's a safe bet that no more than three goals will be scored in this match.