Aarhus vs Benfica Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before August 2026 Match

Aarhus host Benfica at New Vejlby Stadium in Aarhus on 27 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 UTC in the UEFA Europa League Play-offs. This second-leg tie will decide which club advances to the group stage, adding significant weight to every tactical decision and key moment on the night. For anyone analysing Aarhus vs Benfica stats, this fixture offers a clear contrast between an emerging contender and an established European force.

The first leg in Lisbon has already shaped the context of this Play-offs clash, leaving Aarhus with work to do in front of their home supporters. Benfica arrive in Denmark with a strong attacking record in the competition so far, while Aarhus seek a statement performance on their own pitch to keep their European campaign alive.

Head-to-head record

The record shows that Aarhus and Benfica have met once so far in UEFA Europa League competition.

• Previous meetings: 1
• Aarhus wins: 0
• Draws: 0
• Benfica wins: 1

Aarhus vs Benfica Timeline & Historical Context

The Aarhus vs Benfica timeline in European competition begins with their first recorded meeting on 20 August 2026. Played at Estádio da Luz in Lisbon in the UEFA Europa League Play-offs, the Portuguese side used home advantage to take control of the tie with a 3-1 victory.

On 20 August 2026, Benfica 3-1 Aarhus finished with the same 3-1 scoreline at both half-time and full-time, underlining how quickly Benfica imposed themselves on the contest. The half-time score of 3-1 highlighted an open first period in which both attacks found space, but Benfica’s efficiency in front of goal created a decisive cushion in the first leg.

With only this single competitive encounter on record, the historical sample is limited, but it still frames the second leg clearly: Aarhus must overturn a two-goal deficit, while Benfica will look to manage the game and use their attacking strength to close out the Play-offs tie. Even with a brief history, the available Aarhus vs Benfica timeline already shows Benfica as the side setting the early tone in this European matchup.

Aarhus vs Benfica Head to Head Overall Breakdown

From a statistical standpoint, the head-to-head picture is based entirely on their UEFA Europa League Play-offs clash in Lisbon, but it still offers insight into the balance of power between the two clubs.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Aarhus 1 - 3 Benfica
• Average Goals per Match: Aarhus 1.00 vs Benfica 3.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Estádio da Luz: 1 match played here — Benfica won 1 (as home side), Aarhus won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Aarhus vs Benfica Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

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

• 20 August 2026: Benfica 3-1 Aarhus (Half-time: 3-1) – UEFA Europa League, Play-offs

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Aarhus Matches Results and Stats

For Aarhus, the available numbers come from their UEFA Europa League campaign to date. So far this season in the competition, they have played 1 match, the 3-1 defeat away to Benfica in the Play-offs. That result leaves their current form line at a loss, with the team still seeking a first win and first clean sheet in this European run. Offensively, Aarhus have shown they can score on the road, but defensively they have been exposed by higher-level opposition.

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

Last 5 Benfica Matches Results and Stats

Benfica arrive with a much deeper body of work in the UEFA Europa League this season. Across 5 matches, they have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, underlining generally strong form with only one setback. Their attacking numbers are particularly striking: 16 goals scored, with an average of 4.7 goals per home match and 3.2 per match overall, showing a consistent ability to create and convert chances. Defensively, they have conceded 5 goals in 5 games, averaging 1.0 per match, which indicates a largely solid back line, even if not completely watertight.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the historical record and current form point towards Benfica holding a clear statistical edge ahead of the second leg. The head-to-head history is short but decisive, with Benfica’s 3-1 win on 20 August 2026 giving them both a goal advantage and psychological momentum. Overall Aarhus vs Benfica stats show Benfica outscoring Aarhus 3-1 in their only meeting, while season-to-date competition numbers highlight Benfica’s potent attack and positive results profile compared with Aarhus’ single defeat. However, with the return match at New Vejlby Stadium, Aarhus have the opportunity to alter the narrative, particularly if they can tighten defensively while capitalising on home support. From a purely statistical standpoint, though, Benfica enter the tie as the side with stronger historical and current indicators.

Aarhus vs Benfica H2H Statistics updated on 22 August 2026.