Sporting CP holds a narrow points lead over Benfica in the Primeira Liga table with just one matchweek remaining, bolstered by a superior goal difference and more consistent results across the campaign. Their prolific attack has delivered strong home and away form, while Benfica’s unbeaten run has been undermined by frequent draws that have limited their ability to close the gap. The April Lisbon derby, where Benfica secured a dramatic 2-1 victory, provided a temporary boost but failed to overturn Sporting’s overall advantage. With Porto already confirmed as champions, traders view Sporting CP’s positioning as decisive for securing second place, though Benfica retains slim mathematical hopes if results align perfectly in the final fixtures.