FC ST. Gallen vs Benfica (23 July 2026, UEFA Europa League): match facts, H2H and recent form

FC St. Gallen managed a narrow 2‑1 victory over Benfica at home, earning three vital points to climb to 52nd place with six points from four matches (two wins, two defeats, a 10‑6 goal tally). The win kept Benfica’s unbeaten run intact in the league, but the Portuguese side slipped to second overall with 16 points after five wins and a draw, boasting a dominant 21‑4 goal difference. The result narrows the gap between the two clubs, who have already split their head‑to‑head meetings this season, each having secured a win. St. Gallen’s three‑point haul also marks their first triumph over a top‑two opponent this campaign, tightening the battle for European qualification spots.