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Benfica vs Lech Poznan: Head-to-head Stats Before November 2026 Match

Benfica and Lech Poznan meet in the UEFA Europa League League Stage - 4 on 5 November 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UTC in Lisbon. The fixture is part of the league stage format, where every point can shape progression scenarios later in the campaign. Although the venue name is not specified, the match is set in Lisbon with Benfica listed as the home side, adding a familiar backdrop for the Portuguese club.

Both teams enter this phase with a clean statistical slate in the 2026 Europa League standings, as neither has yet played a league-stage match. Benfica are currently ranked 4th in the League Round group section, while Lech Poznan sit 17th with a “Play Offs” description attached to their position. With group dynamics still open and qualification pathways at stake, this clash gains extra weight, and many observers will look closely at the Benfica vs Lech Poznan stats to gauge where the early advantage in this mini-rivalry might lie.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a small but clear historical edge for Benfica in competitive meetings with Lech Poznan.

  • Previous meetings: 2
  • Benfica wins: 2
  • Draws: 0
  • Lech Poznan wins: 0

Benfica vs Lech Poznan Timeline & Historical Context

The Benfica vs Lech Poznan timeline in European competition is compact and entirely framed by their encounters in the 2020 UEFA Europa League Group D. All available head-to-head history comes from that group campaign, offering a focused but informative sample of how these clubs have matched up on the continental stage.

Their first recorded meeting in this dataset took place on 22 October 2020 in Poznań in Group D - 1. On that occasion at INEA stadion, Lech Poznan hosted Benfica and the match finished 2-4. The half-time score was 1-2, indicating an open contest from the outset, with Benfica ultimately pulling away over the full 90 minutes. That result immediately established the Portuguese side’s attacking threat against the Polish club in group play.

The second encounter came on 3 December 2020 at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon in Group D - 5. Benfica, again facing Lech Poznan in the Europa League group phase, delivered an even more emphatic performance, winning 4-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time. Over the course of the 2020 group stage, Benfica thus recorded two clear victories, underlining their superiority in both home and away conditions. While the historical depth is limited to these two fixtures, the pattern is consistent and gives a clear reference point for this new League Stage meeting in 2026.

Benfica vs Lech Poznan Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Benfica vs Lech Poznan stats underline Benfica’s dominance across goals and results in their Europa League clashes so far.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Benfica 8 - 2 Lech Poznan
  • Average Goals per Match: Benfica 4.00 vs Lech Poznan 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Benfica's stadium: 1 match played here — Benfica won 1 (as home side), Lech Poznan won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Lech Poznan's stadium: 1 match played here — Lech Poznan won 0 (as home side), Benfica won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Benfica vs Lech Poznan Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Benfica vs Lech Poznan last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 3 December 2020: Benfica 4-0 Lech Poznan (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Europa League Group D - 5
  • 22 October 2020: Lech Poznan 2-4 Benfica (Half-time: 1-2) – UEFA Europa League Group D - 1

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Benfica Matches Results and Stats

For Benfica, the most relevant indicators come from their Europa League 2026 campaign statistics to date. Across 6 matches played in this competition (3 home, 3 away), Benfica have built a strong overall record with 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat. At home they have been perfect so far, winning all 3 fixtures, while away they have shown solid but slightly less dominant form. Offensively, Benfica have been prolific, particularly in Lisbon, and their defensive numbers at home are also impressive.

  • Recent Results Summary (season to date in Europa League 2026): Win 4, Draw 1, Lose 1

Last 5 Lech Poznan Matches Results and Stats

Lech Poznan approach this encounter with a strong Europa League 2026 profile of their own. Over 4 matches so far (2 home, 2 away), they remain unbeaten with 3 wins and 1 draw. Their attack has been highly productive both home and away, while the defence has been notably tight, especially on home soil where they have yet to concede. Clean sheets in three of four fixtures highlight a balanced, efficient side that can both score freely and protect leads.

  • Recent Results Summary (season to date in Europa League 2026): Win 3, Draw 1, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

Putting the historical head-to-head record alongside current Europa League 2026 form paints an intriguing picture. History points clearly towards Benfica: two wins from two, an 8-2 aggregate scoreline, and victories both in Lisbon and Poznań during the 2020 group stage. The venue split also favours the Portuguese side, who have already demonstrated they can dominate Lech Poznan at home. However, the season-to-date statistics suggest this new meeting may be more finely balanced. Benfica remain a powerful attacking force, especially at home, but Lech Poznan arrive unbeaten in the current campaign, combining high scoring output with a disciplined defence and multiple clean sheets. Overall, the trends lean slightly towards Benfica based on past direct clashes and their home strength, yet Lech Poznan’s current form indicates they are well equipped to challenge that historical pattern in this League Stage - 4 showdown.

Benfica vs Lech Poznan H2H Statistics updated on 11 September 2026.

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