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Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Context

Heart Of Midlothian host Benfica at Tynecastle Park in Edinburgh on 13 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:45 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. This second-leg tie comes in a high-stakes phase of qualifying, where progression towards the group stage is on the line and every goal can reshape the aggregate picture. For anyone studying Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica stats, the context is clear: the Scottish side must respond at home after a difficult night in Lisbon.

The first leg in this 3rd Qualifying Round has already set a clear early narrative in favour of Benfica, but Tynecastle Park offers a different environment and a chance for Heart Of Midlothian to restore pride and competitiveness. With both teams carrying contrasting form lines in the UEFA Europa League season so far, this fixture’s stakes are both sporting and psychological, and the historical numbers around this matchup give an important frame to what to expect.

Head-to-head record

The record shows that Heart Of Midlothian and Benfica have met only once in competitive UEFA Europa League action so far.

  • Previous meetings: 1
  • Heart Of Midlothian wins: 0
  • Draws: 0
  • Benfica wins: 1

Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica Timeline & Historical Context

The Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica timeline in competitive play begins with their first recorded meeting on 6 August 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. Played at Estádio da Luz in Lisbon, the match underlined the Portuguese side’s attacking power and set the tone for this qualifying tie.

On 6 August 2026, Benfica defeated Heart Of Midlothian 6-1 in Lisbon. Benfica, as the home team, led 3-0 at half-time and went on to close the game out with a five-goal margin at full time. The half-time scoreline of 3-0 and the eventual 6-1 result in this UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round fixture illustrate the scale of the challenge facing Heart Of Midlothian ahead of the return leg in Edinburgh.

With only this single competitive encounter currently on record, the rivalry is still in its infancy. However, the emphatic nature of Benfica’s home win provides a clear, data-backed baseline: Heart Of Midlothian enter the second leg needing not just a result, but a major swing in performance levels to rebalance the Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica timeline in European competition.

Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head statistics between Heart Of Midlothian and Benfica are drawn entirely from their single UEFA Europa League meeting so far.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Heart Of Midlothian 1 - 6 Benfica
  • Average Goals per Match: Heart Of Midlothian 1.00 vs Benfica 6.00

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Tynecastle Park: (no head-to-head matches played here yet)
  • At Estádio da Luz: 1 match played here — Benfica won 1 (as home side), Heart Of Midlothian won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 06 August 2026: Benfica 6-1 Heart Of Midlothian (Half-time: 3-0) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Heart Of Midlothian Matches Results and Stats

For Heart Of Midlothian, the available numbers come from their UEFA Europa League season to date. They have played 1 match in this campaign, the 6-1 away defeat to Benfica in Lisbon. That result leaves them with no wins or draws so far, and a significant negative goal difference, underlining the defensive issues that must be addressed ahead of the second leg at Tynecastle Park.

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

Last 5 Benfica Matches Results and Stats

Benfica’s UEFA Europa League season to date offers a broader sample. They have played 3 matches in this campaign, with 2 wins and 1 defeat. At home, Benfica have been especially prolific, scoring 11 goals and conceding just 1 across 2 fixtures, including the 6-1 victory over Heart Of Midlothian. Away from home they have 1 defeat, with 1 goal scored and 2 conceded, suggesting their dominance has been strongest in Lisbon rather than on their travels.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, this UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round tie is shaped by Benfica’s clear advantage in the only recorded head-to-head meeting and by their stronger season-to-date numbers. The 6-1 result at Estádio da Luz and Benfica’s tally of 12 goals scored and 3 conceded in three matches underline their attacking efficiency and relatively solid defensive record, especially at home. Heart Of Midlothian, by contrast, have just one match of data in this competition so far, marked by a heavy defeat and a high goals-against figure. While the shift to Tynecastle Park introduces a new venue dynamic, the existing Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica stats point towards the Portuguese side holding the historical and form-based edge going into the 13 August 2026 clash.

Heart Of Midlothian vs Benfica H2H Statistics updated on 08 August 2026.

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