The hosts started the match in historic fashion. Just 20 seconds after kickoff, Oskar Pietuszewski found the back of the net, marking the fastest goal ever scored at the Estadio do Dragao. After controlling the tempo for the remainder of the first half, the Dragons headed into the locker room with a 1-0 advantage.

However, Arouca emerged for the second half with a renewed attitude, nearly equalizing early on when Taichi Fukui rattled the crossbar. Their persistence eventually paid off as Nais Djouahra found the equalizer, briefly putting the visitors in a position to secure a valuable away point.

Porto refused to settle for the draw, eventually retaking the lead in the 90th minute when Willian Gomes converted from the penalty spot. To put the match beyond doubt, Terem Moffi capitalized on a late opportunity to seal the 3-1 win, ensuring three vital points for the league leaders in front of their home crowd.

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Benfica head into a crucial clash as they look to recover from a rough patch, including a 3-0 loss to Newcastle on Matchday 3 of the Champions League—their third straight defeat in the competition. Struggling in domestic play as well, As Aguias sit four points behind the league leaders with 18 points.

This makes a victory essential for Benfica in order to keep in the title race. They’ll face an Arouca side also battling inconsistencies; with nine points, the visitors are hovering just three points above the relegation zone and need a result to create some breathing room.

When will the Benfica vs Arouca match be played?

Benfica will take on Arouca in a Matchday 9 clash of the 2025/2026 Primeira Liga this Saturday, October 25, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 PM (ET).

Benfica vs Arouca: Time by State in the USA

ET: 3:30 PM
CT: 2:30 PM
MT: 1:30 PM
PT: 12:30 PM

How to watch Benfica vs Arouca in the USA

Catch this 2025-26 Primeira Liga clash between Benfica and Arouca in the USA on Fubo. Additional viewing options include Fanatiz, DirecTV Stream and GolTV.

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Benfica enter this Primeira Liga clash riding high after a dominant week, highlighted by a statement-making 4-1 win over archrival Porto and a 5-0 rout of Tirsense in the Taca de Portugal.

Now sitting just one point behind Sporting CP, who picked up three points on Matchday, As Aguias have a clear shot at reclaiming the top spot with a victory. Standing in their way are Arouca, a side desperate to climb further away from the relegation zone and hungry for points.

When will the Benfica vs Arouca match be played?

Benfica will face Arouca in a Matchday 29 clash of the 2024/2025 Primeira Liga this Sunday, April 6, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 PM (ET).

Benfica vs Arouca: Time by State in the USA

ET: 1:00 PM

CT: 12:00 PM

MT: 11:00 AM

PT: 10:00 AM

How to watch Benfica vs Arouca in the USA

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Benfica face a pivotal matchup in their quest to climb to the top of the Primeira Liga standings. Fresh off a commanding 4-1 derby victory over Porto, As Aguias received a boost this week as Sporting’s unbeaten run came to an end with a surprising 1-1 draw against Santa Clara.

With a game in hand, Benfica now have a prime opportunity to close the gap on their rivals. Standing in their way are Arouca, a team desperate for points as they sit second-to-last in the table with just eight points, fighting to avoid relegation.

When will the Arouca vs Benfica match be played?

Arouca will take on Benfica in a Matchday 12 clash of the 2024/2025 Primeira Liga this Sunday, December 1, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 PM (ET).

Arouca vs Benfica: Time by State in the USA

ET: 1:00 PM

CT: 12:00 PM

MT: 11:00 AM

PT: 10:00 AM

How to watch Arouca vs Benfica in the USA

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With the Primeira Liga already decided, Sporting CP crowned as the new champions and Benfica securing the runner-up position, there is little left to contest in the season. Hence, these matches may lack the same intensity as others earlier in the year, but they still retain their appeal. Benfica have no chance of going for the title, but their runner-up spot has been secured (which guarantees qualification for the third round of the Champions League).

Their focus lies on finishing the season strongly. They might even test new talents while bidding farewell to some players who are unlikely to continue, such as Di Maria. Similarly, Arouca find themselves in a similar position, no longer contending for anything tangible, but the incentive to beat one of the Portugal’s best teams always remains.

Benfica vs Arouca: Kick-Off Time in Your Country

Argentina: 2:00 PM
Australia: 4:00 AM (May 13)
Bangladesh: 11:00 PM
Canada: 1:00 PM
Germany: 7:00 PM
France: 7:00 PM
India: 10:30 AM (May 13)
Indonesia: 1:00 AM (May 13)
Ireland: 6:00 PM
Italy: 7:00 PM
Malaysia: 1:00 AM (May 13)
Mexico: 11:00 AM
Netherlands: 7:00 PM
Nigeria: 6:00 PM
Portugal: 6:00 PM
South Africa: 8:00 PM
Spain: 8:00 PM
UAE: 9:00 PM
UK: 6:00 PM
USA: 1:00 PM (ET)

Benfica vs Arouca: TV Channel and Live Streaming in Your Country

Source: Livesoccertv.com

Argentina: GolTV Latin America
Canada: fuboTV Canada, Benfica TV INT.
France: beIN SPORTS CONNECT, beIN Sports MAX 7, Benfica TV INT., Free
Germany: Sportdigital FUSSBALL 2, Sportdigital FUSSBALL
International: Triller TV+, GOLTV Play, Bet365, Onefootball
Italy: DAZN Italy
Mexico: GolTV Latin America
Nigeria: Sporty TV, StarTimes App
Portugal: Benfica TV
South Africa: Sporty TV, StarTimes App
United Kingdom: Benfica TV INT.
USA: Benfica TV INT., GolTV Spanish, GOLTV

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Porto have encountered difficulties in the ongoing 2023/2024 Primeira Liga season, a departure from their usual title-contending form. Being 7 points adrift from the league leaders is an uncommon sight for a team accustomed to championship battles. Despite this, there is still an opportunity for them to rejoin the competition.

As we approach the midway point of the season, they have several upcoming Matchdays to narrow the gap, but securing victories is imperative. Their upcoming opponents are Arouca, currently in the 8th position. However, this ranking may be deceiving, as it suggests a considerable distance from the relegation zone, when in reality, they are only 5 points clear. Undoubtedly, they are in dire need of a win.

Arouca vs Porto: Kick-Off Time

Argentina: 5:15 PM
Australia: 7:15 AM (February 13)
Bangladesh: 2:15 AM (February 13)
Belgium: 9:15 PM
Brazil: 5:15 PM
Canada: 1:15 PM
Croatia: 9:15 PM
Denmark: 9:15 PM
Egypt: 10:15 PM
France: 9:15 PM
Germany: 9:15 PM
Ghana: 8:15 PM
Greece: 10:15 PM
India: 1:45 AM (February 13)
Indonesia: 4:15 AM (February 13)
Ireland: 8:15 PM
Israel: 10:15 PM
Italy: 9:15 PM
Jamaica: 3:15 PM
Kenya: 10:15 PM
Malaysia: 4:15 AM (February 13)
Mexico: 2:15 PM
Morocco: 9:15 PM
Netherlands: 9:15 PM
New Zealand: 8:15 AM (February 13)
Nigeria: 9:15 PM
Norway: 9:15 PM
Philippines: 4:15 AM (February 13)
Poland: 9:15 PM
Portugal: 8:15 PM
Saudi Arabia: 11:15 PM
Serbia: 9:15 PM
Singapore: 4:15 AM (February 13)
South Africa: 9:15 PM
Spain: 9:15 PM
Sweden: 9:15 PM
Switzerland: 9:15 PM
UAE: 12:15 AM (February 13)
UK: 8:15 PM
United States: 3:15 PM (ET)

Arouca vs Porto: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Source: Livesoccertv.com

Australia: RTPi
Brazil: DirecTV GO, ESPN4, RTPi, Star+, NOW NET e Claro
Canada: RTPi
France: RTPi, Free, beIN Sports MAX 5, beIN SPORTS CONNECT
Germany: DAZN Germany, Sportdigital FUSSBALL, RTPi
Greece: Cosmote Sport 3 HD
International: Onefootball, Triller TV+
Israel: Sport 3
Italy: DAZN Italy
Philippines: RTPi
Poland: RTPi
Portugal: Sport TV Multiscreen, RTP Africa, Sport TV1
Serbia: SportKlub 4 Serbia
South Africa: RTPi
Spain: RTPi
Sweden: RTPi
Switzerland: DAZN Switzerland, Sportdigital FUSSBALL, RTPi
United Kingdom: RTPi
USA: Fubo (free trial), GolTV Espanol, GOLTV RTPi

Arouca vs Benfica: Kick-Off Time

Argentina: 5:15 PM
Brazil: 5:15 PM
Ghana: 8:15 PM
Italy: 9:15 PM
Jamaica: 3:15 PM
Kenya: 11:15 PM
Nigeria: 9:15 PM
Mexico: 2:15 PM
Portugal: 8:15 PM
Serbia: 9:15 PM
South Africa: 9:15 PM
Spain: 9:15 PM

Arouca vs Benfica: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Argentina: Star+
Brazil: Star+, ESPN4
Ghana: StarTimes App, Startimes Sports Life
Italy: YES Only Calcium
Jamaica: ESPNPlay Caribbean
Kenya: StarTimes App Startimes Sports Life
Mexico: Star+, ESPN Mexico
Nigeria: Startimes Sports Life, StarTimes App
Portugal: Sport TV1 Sport TV Multiscreen
Serbia: Arena Sport 3 Serbia
South Africa: StarTimes App, Startimes Sports Life
Spain: LaLiga+ Spain

Porto are one of four Primeira Liga teams that still have their winning streak since the start of the new season, they have three victories being the most recent against Rio Ave 2-1 on the road.

Arouca also have a good streak with two recent draws against Portimonese 1-1 and against Vizela 2-2. The only victory so far for them was during the first week of the season against Estroil 4-3.

Porto vs Arouca: Kick-Off Time

Porto and Arouca play for the 2023-2024 Primeira Liga on Sunday, September 3 at Estádio Do Dragão in Porto.

Argentina: 2:00 PM
Australia: 4:00 AM September 4
Belgium: 6:00 PM
Brazil: 2:00 PM
Canada: 12:00 PM
Croatia: 6:00 PM
Denmark: 6:00 PM
Egypt: 7:00 PM
France: 6:00 PM
Germany: 6:00 PM
Ghana: 5:00 PM
India: 11:00 PM
Indonesia: 1:00 AM September 4
Iran: 9:00 PM
Ireland: 5:00 PM
Israel: 7:00 PM
Italy: 6:00 PM
Jamaica: 12:00 AM September 4
Malaysia: 1:00 AM September 4
Mexico: 11:00 PM
Morocco: 6:00 PM
Netherlands: 6:00 PM
New Zealand: 6:00 AM September 4
Nigeria: 6:00 PM
Norway: 6:00 PM
Poland: 6:00 PM
Portugal: 5:00 PM
Saudi Arabia: 8:00 PM
Serbia: 6:00 PM
Singapore: 1:00 AM September 4
South Africa: 7:00 PM
Spain: 6:00 PM
Sweden: 6:00 PM
Switzerland: 6:00 PM
UAE: 9:00 PM
UK: 5:00 PM
United States: 1:00 PM (ET)

Porto vs Arouca: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Argentina: GolTV Latinoamerica
Australia: RTPi
Brazil: RTPi
Canada: RTPi
France: RTPi
Germany: sportdigital, Sport1 Extra, RTPi, DAZN
Greece: Cosmote Sport 6 HD
Italy: DAZN
Mexico: GolTV Latinoamerica
Netherlands: Ziggo Sport Racing
Poland: RTPi
Portugal: Sport TV2, RTP África, Sport TV Multiscreen
Saudi Arabia: SSC
South Africa: RTPi
Spain: RTPi
Sweden: RTPi
Switzerland: RTPi, Blue Sport, Sport1 Extra, sportdigital
United Kingdom: RTPi
United States: GOLTV, GolTV Espanol, RTPi

Benfica‘s victory against Sporting Braga has put pressure on Porto, who are now 7 points behind. Of course, the victory would allow them to reduce that difference and leave it at 4 points, but another result would not be very useful, especially since after this one there are only 3 Matchdays left to play.

Porto will have a tough game ahead of them since their rivals will be Arouca, a team that fights for the qualification positions to the international cups. They are 4 points above their immediate pursuers, Guimaraes, so they depend on themselves to qualify.

Arouca vs Porto: Kick-Off Time

Argentina: 5:15PM
Australia: 8:15AM (May 9)
Brazil: 5:15PM
Canada: 4:15PM
Croatia: 10:15PM
Egypt: 10:15PM
France: 10:15PM
Germany: 10:15PM
Greece: 11:15PM
India: 1:45AM (May 9)
Indonesia: 4:15AM (May 9)
Ireland: 9:15PM
Israel: 11:15PM
Mexico: 2:15PM
Philippines: 4:15AM (May 9)
Poland: 10:15PM
Portugal: 9:15PM
Serbia: 10:15PM
South Africa: 10:15PM
Spain: 10:15PM
Sweden: 10:15PM
Switzerland: 10:15PM
UK: 9:15PM
United States: 4:15PM (ET)

Arouca vs Porto: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Argentina: GolTV Latin America
Australia: RTPi
Brazil: NOW NET and Claro, Star+, GUIGO, RTPi, ESPN3
Canada: RTPi
Croatia: Arena Sport 6 Croatia
France: RMC Sport 1, RMC Sport live, RTPi
Germany: DAZN, RTPi, Sport1 Extra, sportdigital
Greece: Space Sport 5 HD
International: Onefootball, Bet365, GOLTV Play
Israel: Sports 3
Mexico: GolTV Latin America
Philippines: RTPi
Poland: RTPi, Eleven Sports 1 Poland
Portugal: RTP Africa, Sport TV1, Sport TV Multiscreen
Serbia: Arena Sport 1 Serbia
South Africa: RTPi
Spain: RTPi
Sweden: C More Sweden, RTPi, C More Mix
Switzerland: DAZN, Blue Sport, Blue Sport 6, RTPi, Sport1 Extra, RMC Sport 1, sportdigital
United Kingdom: RTPi
USA: GOLTV, RTPi, GolTV Spanish

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Arouca have gone three weeks without losing, the first of those wins was a 2-0 home win against Estoril, a week later they drew against Chaves 1-1 and the most recent game was a 4-0 win against Portimonense.

Benfica have 47 points in the Primeira Liga standings, they are in the first spot with a margin of seven points over the second spot. Benfica won a recent game against Paços 0-2.

Arouca vs Benfica: Kick-Off Time

Arouca and Benfica play for the 2022-2023 Primeira Liga on Tuesday, January 31 at Estádio Municipal de Arouca in Arouca.

Argentina: 5:15 PM
Croatia: 10:15 PM
France: 10:15 PM
Germany: 10:15 PM
Greece: 11:15 PM
Mexico: 3:15 PM
Morocco: 10:15 PM
Portugal: 9:15 PM
Switzerland: 10:15 PM
Serbia: 10:15 PM
United Kingdom: 9:15 PM
United States: 4:15 PM

Arouca vs Benfica: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Argentina: GolTV Latinoamerica
Croatia: Arena Sport 6 Croatia
France: RMC Sport en direct, RMC Sport 3
Germany: DAZN, sportdigital, Sport1 Extra
Greece: Cosmote Sport 3 HD
Mexico: GolTV Latinoamerica
Morocco: RMC Sport 3
Portugal: Sport TV Multiscreen, Sport TV1
Serbia: Arena Sport 1 Serbia
Switzerland: sportdigital, Sport1 Extra, RMC Sport 3, Blue Sport 3
United Kingdom: Viaplay Xtra
United States:FuboTV (free trial), GOLTV, GolTV Espanol