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Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen: Head-to-Head Stats and History

Benfica host FC ST. Gallen in Lisbon on 30 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round. After the first leg in St.Gallen, this return fixture in Portugal will decide which side progresses in the 2026 continental campaign. With only a narrow margin from the opening game, every detail in the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen stats could prove decisive over 90 minutes.

The tie is finely balanced in terms of aggregate jeopardy, but the market strongly favours Benfica at home, where they will look to overturn the deficit from Kybunpark. FC ST. Gallen, meanwhile, travel to Lisbon knowing that another disciplined performance could complete a notable qualification. In this context, the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen stats and limited head-to-head history offer a focused but important reference point for assessing the matchup.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a very short but already competitive head-to-head history between Benfica and FC ST. Gallen in UEFA Europa League qualifying.

  • Previous meetings: 1
  • Benfica wins: 0
  • Draws: 0
  • FC ST. Gallen wins: 1

Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen Timeline & Historical Context

The Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen timeline begins in the 2026 UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round. Their first recorded meeting took place on 23 July 2026 at Kybunpark in St.Gallen. In that match, FC ST. Gallen were the home side and Benfica the visitors, setting the stage for a two-legged battle for a place in the next round.

On 23 July 2026, FC ST. Gallen 2–1 Benfica in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round marked a significant result for the Swiss club. The half-time score was 1–1, reflecting a balanced opening 45 minutes before FC ST. Gallen edged ahead in the second half to secure a 2–1 full-time victory. That result gives FC ST. Gallen the initial advantage heading into the return leg in Lisbon.

With only this single encounter in the archive, the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen timeline is short but clear: FC ST. Gallen have struck first in the rivalry, and Benfica now face the task of responding at home. The historical context is therefore centred entirely on this 2026 qualifying tie, with no previous competitive meetings in other seasons or competitions present in the record.

Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen head-to-head numbers are drawn solely from their 2026 UEFA Europa League qualifying clash to date.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Benfica 1 - 2 FC ST. Gallen
  • Average Goals per Match: Benfica 1.00 vs FC ST. Gallen 2.00

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Benfica's stadium: —
  • At FC ST. Gallen's stadium: 1 match played here — FC ST. Gallen won 1 (as home side), Benfica won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 23 July 2026: FC ST. Gallen 2–1 Benfica (Half-time: 1–1) – UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Benfica Matches Results and Stats

For Benfica, the available record in the 2026 UEFA Europa League season to date consists of the first-leg defeat in St.Gallen. That 2–1 loss away from home leaves Benfica with work to do in Lisbon, having conceded twice and scored once on the road. The season-to-date numbers show a side that has yet to register a win or a clean sheet in this European campaign, with their defensive unit breached twice in one outing despite managing to score.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 0, Lose 1

Last 5 FC ST. Gallen Matches Results and Stats

FC ST. Gallen enter the second leg on the back of a positive start to their 2026 UEFA Europa League season. Their 2–1 home victory over Benfica in the 2nd Qualifying Round is their only recorded match in this campaign so far, giving them a perfect record in terms of results. Offensively, they have averaged two goals scored, while conceding once, indicating an ability to create chances but also a defence that has yet to keep a clean sheet in Europe this season.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

With just one match in the archive, the historical Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen stats point to a narrow edge for the Swiss side, who lead the head-to-head 1–0 and have a 2–1 aggregate advantage in goals. FC ST. Gallen’s only appearance in this Europa League campaign has been a win, while Benfica’s sole outing has been a defeat, underlining the momentum currently on the visitors’ side. However, the shift of venue to Lisbon introduces a new dynamic, as the teams have not yet met at Benfica’s home ground in this tie. Overall, the limited but clear statistical trends highlight FC ST. Gallen’s early success, set against Benfica’s opportunity to respond strongly in front of their own supporters in the decisive second leg.

Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen H2H Statistics updated on 25 July 2026.

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