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Lions vs Benetton Predictions - Lions to beat Benetton at home in European Challenge Cup clash
The Lions are gearing up for a promising matchup against Benetton with strong home form on their side. Despite a slow start to the season, the Lions have bounced back, winning four of their last five home matches in the United Rugby Championship, including a notable win against Ulster. Benetton, on the other hand, is struggling with away form, having lost their last three road games. With momentum and home advantage, the Lions are expected to secure a victory in their next encounter.
- Lions favored to win at home against Benetton.
- Lions have strong home form, winning 4 of last 5.
- Benetton struggles on the road with 3 recent losses.
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Lions vs Benetton Predictions
The Lions made a poor start to the season but have been excellent since returning home. Benetton's away form has left much to be desired, though they did comfortably beat the Lions earlier this season in Italy. I'm backing the Lions to secure victory.
- Lions have won 4 of their last 5 home matches in the United Rugby Championship.
- Lions beat Ulster 49-31 in their last home match.
- Lions have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 2 home matches against Benetton.
- Benetton have lost their last 5 away matches in the United Rugby Championship.
Head to Head
Lions have won one match, 37-29, and lost one, 31-42, in their last two home meetings against Benetton.
Lions Form
Lions have been in top form at home recently in the United Rugby Championship. winning their last five outings.
Their victories at home include a 29-28 win over Ospreys, followed by a 49-19 win over Scarlets and a 49-31 win over Ulster.
It is crucial that the Lions back up their recent United Rugby Championship victories over Ulster and the Bulls and use that momentum to defeat Benetton in the opening round of the European Challenge Cup.
Currently, the Lions are seventh in the United Rugby Championship with 16 points from six matches.
Benetton Form
Benetton come into this match off the back of a 13-47 loss away against Ulster.
They have struggled on the road, losing their last three away matches:15-26 to Connacht, 0-43, Edinburgh, and 13-47 to Ulster.
Currently, Benetton are 12th in the United Rugby Championship with nine points from six games.
Verdict
The Lions are backed to cover the -5.5 handicap at home.
Lions -5.5
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