Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen: Head-to-Head Stats Before 30 July 2026 Match

Benfica host FC ST. Gallen in Lisbon on 30 July 2026, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round. After the first leg in St.Gallen, this return fixture will decide which side progresses in the 2026 continental campaign, adding weight and pressure to every detail in the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen stats profile.

The tie is finely poised in terms of qualification stakes, with Benfica needing a response at home after the opening encounter in Switzerland. FC ST. Gallen arrive in Lisbon holding the early advantage from the first leg and will look to protect or extend that edge. In this context, understanding the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen stats and the limited but revealing head-to-head record is crucial to assessing how this second leg might unfold.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record between Benfica and FC ST. Gallen in the UEFA Europa League is based on a single competitive meeting so far.

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 in European competition begins with their first recorded clash on 23 July 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round. Played at Kybunpark in St.Gallen, the Swiss side hosted the Portuguese giants in what was the opening leg of this qualifying tie.

On 23 July 2026, FC ST. Gallen defeated Benfica 2-1 at Kybunpark. The half-time score was 1-1, before the home side edged the contest in the second half to secure a narrow but significant advantage in the 2nd Qualifying Round. That result not only gave FC ST. Gallen the lead in the aggregate scoreline but also established their early superiority in the head-to-head record.

With only that single encounter in the archive so far, the rivalry is still in its infancy. However, the Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen timeline already shows that the Swiss club are capable of troubling Benfica, especially when given a platform in European qualifiers. The second leg in Lisbon now becomes the next key chapter in this emerging European matchup.

Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Benfica vs FC ST. Gallen head-to-head statistics are currently drawn from one match, but they already highlight a competitive dynamic between the sides.

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: Section omitted due to no previous meetings played at Benfica’s home ground in the record.
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

Benfica’s form in the UEFA Europa League this season is based on a single away fixture so far, making it effectively a “season to date” snapshot. That match ended in a 2-1 defeat at FC ST. Gallen in the 2nd Qualifying Round, leaving Benfica with early work to do in the return leg. Offensively, they have scored 1 goal at an average of 1.0 per game, while defensively they have conceded 2 goals at an average of 2.0 per game, and they are yet to keep a clean sheet.

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 with a positive “season to date” profile in the UEFA Europa League, built on their 2-1 home win over Benfica in the 2nd Qualifying Round. They have played one match, winning it, with 2 goals scored (average 2.0 per game) and 1 conceded (average 1.0 per game). Like Benfica, they have not yet recorded a clean sheet in the competition, but they carry a perfect win record into the Lisbon encounter.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical numbers for this tie are limited but still informative. FC ST. Gallen lead the head-to-head 1-0 after their 2-1 victory at Kybunpark on 23 July 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round, giving them both the aggregate edge and the advantage in goals scored (2-1 overall, with an average of 2.0 goals per game compared to Benfica’s 1.0). Venue-wise, all recorded action so far has taken place in Switzerland, where FC ST. Gallen have made full use of home advantage.

From a form perspective, FC ST. Gallen’s perfect record in the competition contrasts with Benfica’s single defeat, underlining the Swiss side’s momentum heading into the second leg. However, the shift to Lisbon introduces a new environment not yet reflected in the head-to-head data. Overall, the stats suggest a slightly better early European rhythm for FC ST. Gallen, while leaving open the question of how Benfica might respond at home to rebalance both the tie and the developing rivalry.

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