Benfica vs Celtic Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before Match

Benfica and Celtic meet in the UEFA Europa League League Stage - 2 on 15 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in Lisbon. The fixture brings together two historic European names in a neutral group-phase setting, adding extra weight to the Benfica vs Celtic stats as both sides look to position themselves strongly in the early part of the league stage.

In the current UEFA Europa League standings for the 2026 season, Benfica are listed in the League Round group with a rank of 4, while Celtic are ranked 9 with a note indicating Play Offs in their description. Although no points have yet been recorded for either side in this competition, Benfica arrive with a strong recent record in European action, while Celtic enter with a clean slate. That context makes this clash in Lisbon a potentially pivotal early marker in the group.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record between Benfica and Celtic in major European competition is finely balanced across their previous meetings on record.

• Previous meetings: 2
• Benfica wins: 1
• Draws: 1
• Celtic wins: 0

Benfica vs Celtic Timeline & Historical Context

The Benfica vs Celtic timeline in European competition, based on available records, is rooted in their 2012 UEFA Champions League group-stage encounters. Both matches came in the 2012 season, within the Group stage of Europe’s elite competition, offering a clear benchmark for how these clubs have matched up in high-stakes continental football.

The first of those recorded meetings took place on 19 September 2012 in the UEFA Champions League Group stage - 1 at Celtic Park. Celtic hosted Benfica and the match finished 0-0. With the half-time score also 0-0, it was a tight, controlled contest in which neither side managed to break through, setting an early tone of balance in the rivalry.

The reverse fixture arrived on 20 November 2012 in the UEFA Champions League Group stage - 5 at Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica. On that occasion Benfica were the home side and edged a 2-1 victory over Celtic. The half-time score was 1-1, before Benfica found the decisive goal in the second half to secure all three points. These two fixtures form the core of the Benfica vs Celtic timeline to date and underline how competitive this pairing has been in European group play.

Benfica vs Celtic Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Benfica vs Celtic head-to-head picture from competitive meetings shows a narrow edge for the Portuguese side, built on home advantage and a slightly superior scoring record.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Benfica 2 - 1 Celtic
• Average Goals per Match: Benfica 1.00 vs Celtic 0.50

Venue Split Performance:

• At Benfica's stadium: 1 match played here — Benfica won 1 (as home side), Celtic won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Celtic's stadium: 1 match played here — Celtic won 0 (as home side), Benfica won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

Benfica vs Celtic Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Benfica vs Celtic last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 20 November 2012: Benfica 2-1 Celtic (Half-time: 1-1) – UEFA Champions League Group stage - 5
• 19 September 2012: Celtic 0-0 Benfica (Half-time: 0-0) – UEFA Champions League Group stage - 1

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Benfica Matches Results and Stats

Benfica come into this Europa League campaign with strong recent form in European competition, as reflected in their season to date statistics. Across 6 matches played, they have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and just 1 defeat, with an especially dominant record at home. Benfica have scored 19 goals in total, averaging 3.2 per match, while conceding only 6, at an average of 1.0 per game. At home, their attacking output has been particularly impressive, with 14 goals scored and only 2 conceded, underlining how difficult they are to face in Lisbon.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date in this competition)

Last 5 Celtic Matches Results and Stats

For Celtic, the Europa League 2026 season statistics show a team yet to kick a ball in this competition. With no fixtures played so far, their record stands at zero wins, draws or losses, and no goals scored or conceded. As a result, there is no recent Europa League form trend to draw on for Celtic, making this trip to Lisbon both a fresh start and a significant early test against a Benfica side already demonstrating strong numbers in European play.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date in this competition)

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, Benfica hold a slight edge over Celtic in direct European meetings, with one win and one draw from two UEFA Champions League group-stage clashes and a 2-1 aggregate goal advantage. The venue split reinforces that Lisbon has been a favorable setting for Benfica, who claimed their victory at home, while Celtic’s best result in the matchup came via a goalless draw at Celtic Park. Looking at more recent European numbers, Benfica’s strong attacking output and solid defensive record in their current Europa League campaign contrast with Celtic’s lack of recorded fixtures in this competition so far. Taken together, the Benfica vs Celtic stats and limited head-to-head history point towards a competitive encounter in Lisbon, with Benfica’s established European form and home strength giving them a statistical platform ahead of this League Stage - 2 fixture.

Benfica vs Celtic H2H Statistics updated on 11 September 2026.