Benfica vs Santa Clara — Pass Map

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Benfica 1 – 1 Santa Clara

Liga Portugal Betclic · 12 Sep 2025

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Benfica's metronome orchestrates the midfield

E. Barrenechea completed 143 passes with 94.7% accuracy across 164 touches, anchoring Benfica's possession-based buildup. His volume and precision allowed the team to control tempo and dictate play through the center.

Left-back threads needles from deep

S. Dahl created 3 key passes and 0.235 expected assists from the defensive line, finding advanced players in dangerous positions. His wide distribution turned defense into creative outlet and stretched Santa Clara's formation.

Santa Clara's last line never breaks

F. Venâncio made 18 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries, and clearances to anchor the visitors' backline. His tireless work rate was essential for containing Benfica's attacks and maintaining defensive shape.

Fresh legs create immediate threat

V. Lopes generated 2 key passes in just 29 minutes off the bench, immediately injecting urgency into Santa Clara's offense. His incisive play offered dangerous late-game penetration despite minimal underlying creativity metrics.