Napoli vs. Benfica Live Stream, Preview, Predictions for Champions League 2016-17
Napoli and Benfica meet in the Champions League 2016-17 group stage on Wednesday.
The Italian side was down early in its game with Dynamo Kiev a few weeks back, but managed to make a quick turnaround and take the lead before halftime. The hero? Arkadiusz Milik. The 22-year-old Pole scored both goals with headers from right in front of the area, showing an instinct for goal and continuing to lead the team in the absence of former star Gonzalo Higuain.
Benfica's fate was far more problematic as the Portuguese side, billed by many to win the group, took a 1-0 lead against Turkish side Besikstas. But with time winding down on the game, the team conceded a late goal and wound up settling for a 1-1 draw at home in a group that will not be kind to those wasting points.
Prediction
The Italian side proved its mettle in the opening game of the tournament and should be in an even better position at home. Expect a 1-0 win over the Portuguese side.
Start Time, Date, Location
Napoli and Benfica kick off at 2:45 p.m. EDT on Wednesday.
Live Stream and TV Info
The match between Napoli and Benfica will be broadcast in the USA via the Fox Soccer 2Go app.
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