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Benfica vs Lech Poznan: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Context

Benfica host Lech Poznan 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 round format of the 2026 Europa League season, bringing together a Portuguese contender and a Polish side in a key mid-phase group encounter. With both clubs aiming to position themselves strongly for progression, this clash in Lisbon carries significant weight in the overall group picture and will be closely watched by those tracking Benfica vs Lech Poznan stats.

In the current Europa League standings for the 2026 season, Benfica are listed in the League Round group at rank 4, while Lech Poznan appear at rank 17 with a note indicating Play Offs in their description line. Although no league matches have yet been played in this stage for either side, their recorded forms — Benfica showing a sequence of WWDWW and Lech Poznan with DWWW — underline that both clubs arrive with positive momentum from their broader competitive context. That backdrop only heightens the stakes when they meet again in Lisbon.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a small but clear historical edge for Benfica in the direct 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 concise but revealing. All documented encounters between the sides come from the 2020 UEFA Europa League Group D campaign, where they faced each other home and away. Across those fixtures, Benfica asserted control in both Lisbon and Poznań, shaping the early narrative of this intercontinental matchup.

On 22 October 2020, Lech Poznan hosted the first recorded meeting in Group D - 1 at INEA stadion in Poznań. The match finished Lech Poznan 2–4 Benfica, with the half-time score at 1–2. That result immediately established Benfica’s attacking threat away from home and set the tone for the head-to-head dynamic between the clubs in that group stage.

The return fixture took place on 3 December 2020 at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon in Group D - 5. Benfica again took full control, winning 4–0 against Lech Poznan after leading 1–0 at half-time. With that emphatic home victory, Benfica completed a double over the Polish side in the 2020 Europa League group phase. As a result, the existing Benfica vs Lech Poznan timeline is short but one-sided, with the Portuguese club having dominated both scorelines and competitions recorded so far.

Benfica vs Lech Poznan Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline Benfica’s superiority so far, while also indicating a generally open style of play when these teams meet.

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 matches played here — Benfica won 1 (as home side), Lech Poznan won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Lech Poznan's stadium: 1 matches 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 the 2026 UEFA Europa League season to date, Benfica’s record points to a high-scoring, front-foot approach. Across 6 fixtures in this competition, they have played 3 matches at home and 3 away, winning 4, drawing 1 and losing 1. Their attack has produced 19 goals in total, with 14 of those at home and an impressive overall average of 3.2 goals per game. Defensively, they have conceded 6 goals, with just 2 against at home, reflecting a strong balance between offensive output and defensive control in European action.

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

Last 5 Lech Poznan Matches Results and Stats

Lech Poznan’s 2026 Europa League campaign so far has been built on efficiency and defensive solidity. Over 4 fixtures, split evenly between home and away, they have registered 3 wins and 1 draw, remaining unbeaten. They have scored 15 goals — averaging 3.8 per match — with 8 at home and 7 away, signalling a potent attack in both environments. At the back, they have conceded only 2 goals in total, keeping clean sheets in 3 of their 4 games, which underlines a robust defensive structure complementing their attacking output.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points clearly towards Benfica, who hold a perfect record in this matchup with 2 wins from 2 and an 8–2 aggregate score across their previous Europa League meetings. The venue split shows Benfica successful both in Lisbon and in Poznań, reinforcing their historical edge. However, current season statistics suggest a more finely balanced contest: Benfica bring a prolific attack and solid home record in Europe, while Lech Poznan arrive unbeaten, with an excellent goals-for tally and a notably tight defence. Overall, the combination of past Benfica vs Lech Poznan stats and current form indicates a high-intensity, attack-minded fixture in Lisbon, with Benfica’s historical dominance set against Lech Poznan’s strong 2026 Europa League campaign.

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

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