Benfica host Lech Poznan on Thursday, November 5, 2026, in the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League. Below are the details for watching the match on US television and via legal streaming.
Match: Benfica vs Lech Poznan
Competition: UEFA Europa League
Date and Time: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT
Streaming and TV: Paramount+, DAZN USA
Match Overview
Benfica enter the fixture in strong form after a 1-0 win over Alverca on November 2. The result followed victories against Gil Vicente (4-1) and Santa Clara (2-1), giving the hosts three straight wins and ample confidence heading into European competition. A positive result would extend their momentum and improve their position in the Europa League standings.
Lech Poznan arrive in Lisbon with inconsistent recent results. They won 3-1 away at Wisła on October 31, but that followed a 0-1 loss to Siarka on October 28 and a 2-1 victory over Legia on October 25. The uneven form suggests the Polish side still needs to find stability. This trip to Portugal offers a chance to demonstrate competitiveness away from home against stronger continental opposition.
Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
Benfica have won both of the last two encounters against Lech Poznan, with no draws recorded.
| Match | Score | Date | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfica vs. Lech Poznan | 4-0 | December 3, 2020 | UEFA Europa League |
| Lech Poznan vs. Benfica | 2-4 | October 22, 2020 | UEFA Europa League |
2026-27 UEFA Europa League Standings Before Matchday 4
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olympiacos | 4 | +3 | 10 |
| 2 | Benfica | 3 | +8 | 9 |
| 3 | Leverkusen | 3 | +8 | 9 |
| 4 | Bournemouth | 3 | +7 | 9 |
| 5 | Ferencvaros | 3 | +6 | 9 |
| 6 | Union Saint-Gilloise | 3 | +7 | 7 |
| 7 | Juventus | 3 | +6 | 7 |
| 8 | Beşiktaş | 3 | +4 | 7 |
| 9 | Sunderland | 3 | +2 | 7 |
| 10 | AZ Alkmaar | 3 | +4 | 6 |
| 11 | Omonia | 3 | +1 | 6 |
| 12 | Rennes | 4 | +1 | 6 |
| 13 | Lyon | 3 | -1 | 6 |
| 14 | Real Sociedad | 3 | +5 | 4 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 3 | +3 | 4 |
| 16 | Sparta | 3 | +2 | 4 |
| 17 | Levski Sofia | 3 | +0 | 4 |
| 18 | Zagreb | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 19 | Sturm Graz | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| 20 | Nijmegen | 3 | -3 | 4 |
| 21 | RB Salzburg | 3 | -3 | 4 |
| 22 | Anderlecht | 3 | +1 | 3 |
| 23 | HOFF | 3 | +0 | 3 |
| 24 | AC Milan | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 25 | Celta Vigo | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 26 | OFI Crete | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 27 | Jagiellonia | 3 | -2 | 3 |
| 28 | Torreense | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 29 | NK Celje | 3 | -5 | 1 |
| 30 | Hapoel | 3 | -5 | 1 |
| 31 | Lillestroem | 3 | -7 | 1 |
| 32 | Lech Poznan | 3 | -8 | 1 |
| 33 | Viktoria | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| 34 | Marseille | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| 35 | Celtic | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| 36 | Ararat | 3 | -9 | 0 |
Upcoming 2026-27 UEFA Europa League Fixtures
| Game | Day | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Rennes vs. Olympiacos | Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 10:30 AM |
| Levski Sofia vs. Jagiellonia | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Anderlecht vs. RB Salzburg | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Real Sociedad vs. Lyon | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Nijmegen vs. Omonia | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Lillestroem vs. Viktoria | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Crystal Palace vs. HOFF | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Sparta vs. Bournemouth | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| AC Milan vs. Ferencvaros | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 12:45 PM |
| Torreense vs. Ararat | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Hapoel vs. OFI Crete | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Sunderland vs. Zagreb | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Benfica vs. Lech Poznan | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Sturm Graz vs. NK Celje | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Celta Vigo vs. Union Saint-Gilloise | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Celtic vs. Beşiktaş | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Leverkusen vs. Marseille | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| AZ Alkmaar vs. Juventus | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00 PM |
Summary
- Benfica will face Lech Poznan on Thursday, November 5, for the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League.
- Paramount+ and DAZN USA will carry the Benfica vs Lech Poznan game in the United States.
- Benfica lead the head-to-head record with two wins in their last two meetings.