The UEFA Europe League. Outrights continues with an electrifying showdown as Benfica hosts on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 18:45 local time. The match takes place at Home Arena in Germany, where fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Referee Florian Badstuber will officiate the encounter. Weather conditions are expected to be Partly cloudy, 18°C. Benfica comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of Schwarz could impact their lineup. On the other side, faces similar concerns with Zimmermann listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: 2 - 3 Benfica (2023). 4 - 0 Benfica (2022). 1 - 1 Benfica (2024). 4 - 3 Benfica (2021). 3 - 1 Benfica (2021). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 2:2.