Benfica and Barcelona are set to renew their rivalry in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, with the first leg taking place at the iconic Estadio da Luz. Just weeks after their thrilling nine-goal encounter in the league phase, the two European heavyweights will lock horns once again in what promises to be another pulsating contest.
Historic Head-to-Head Record
Over the years, Barcelona and Benfica have faced off in some memorable Champions League battles. Out of the 10 meetings between these two clubs, the Catalan giants hold the advantage with four wins, while the Portuguese powerhouse has secured two victories. The remaining four matches have ended in draws.
Most of their encounters have taken place in the group stage of either the European Cup or the Champions League, with one notable exception in the 2005-06 quarter-finals. Their latest clash in January 2025 ended in an unforgettable 5-4 victory for Barcelona, showcasing the attacking brilliance both teams possess.
Benfica vs. Barcelona: Last 10 Meetings
Barcelona and Benfica have faced each other ten times in major European competitions. Their most recent encounter was on January 21, 2025, in the Champions League League Phase, where Barcelona secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over Benfica.
In their previous meetings during the 2021 Champions League Group Stage, the two sides played out a goalless draw in Barcelona on November 23, while Benfica had claimed a convincing 3-0 win at home on September 29.
Their clashes in the 2012 Champions League Group Stage saw another 0-0 draw in Barcelona on December 5, after Barcelona had won 2-0 in Lisbon on October 2.
Going further back, in the 2006 Champions League Quarter-Finals, Barcelona eliminated Benfica after a 2-0 victory in the second leg on April 5, following a goalless draw in the first leg on March 28.
In the 1991-92 European Cup Group Stage, Barcelona defeated Benfica 2-1 at home on April 15, after the teams played to a 0-0 draw in Lisbon on December 11, 1991.
Their earliest recorded meeting was in the 1961 European Cup Final, where Benfica triumphed 3-2 over Barcelona to lift the trophy.
Current Form
Barcelona enters this clash on a high, having reclaimed the top spot in La Liga following a dominant 4-0 victory over Real Sociedad. Meanwhile, Benfica’s resilience was on full display in the previous round, as they edged out Monaco 4-3 on aggregate to reach the last 16.
With both teams boasting attacking firepower, fans can expect another high-intensity contest filled with drama and goals.
