Vardar vs Benfica predictions, Mar 03, 2026

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On March 3, 2026, HC Vardar Skopje will host Benfica Handball in a highly anticipated matchup in the EHF European League. Both teams currently sit at equal odds of 1.95 from bookmakers, signaling a competitive encounter.

HC Vardar Skopje has had a mixed performance recently, securing a victory in only one of their last two matches. Despite this, Vardar remains a formidable side, renowned for their strong defensive setups and strategic gameplay at home, which can elevate their performance in crucial encounters. The atmosphere in Skopje will undoubtedly play a role, as Vardar fans are known for creating an intense environment that can propel their team forward.

Conversely, Benfica Handball enters this match in impressive form, having won four of their last five fixtures. Their attacking prowess and fluid transitioning from defense to offense have been key highlights during this streak, allowing them to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes effectively. Benfica’s ability to apply pressure and exploit defensive gaps makes them a constant threat.

Overall, with both teams displaying contrasting recent forms, this match promises to be an intriguing clash. While Vardar will aim to leverage home advantage, Benfica’s current momentum could prove decisive. As such, predicting an outright winner remains challenging, underscoring the competitive nature of this matchup.

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Vardar 45.1%

Draw 9.7%

Benfica 45.1%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2	10	2
	2.05	8.5	2.05
	1.95	10.33	1.95

Latest Results

24.02.26 HC Vardar Skopje – MT Melsungen – 37:33 17.02.26 Benfica Handball – HC Vardar Skopje – 40:35 02.12.25 HC Vardar Skopje – Fenix Toulouse – 37:35 25.11.25 MRK Sesvete – HC Vardar Skopje – 24:38 18.11.25 HC Vardar Skopje – IFK Kristianstad – 35:30

24.02.26 IFK Kristianstad – Benfica Handball – 34:38 21.02.26 Arsenal Andebol – Benfica Handball – 23:43 17.02.26 Benfica Handball – HC Vardar Skopje – 40:35 14.02.26 Benfica Handball – CS Marítimo Handball – 40:30 11.02.26 Associação Atlética de Águas Santas – Benfica Handball – 28:26

Facts

Benfica is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

Benfica may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.

In the last 1 head-to-head match, Vardar won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 35:40.

Latest Head To Head

17.02.26 Benfica Handball – HC Vardar Skopje – 40:35

Standings

Main

Group 1

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Kiel	4	4	0	0	126:108	8
2	Flensburg-H	4	3	0	1	141:134	6
3	Montpellier	4	1	0	3	119:130	2
4	CD Bidasoa Irun	4	0	0	4	132:146	0

Group 2

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Skanderborg AGF	4	3	0	1	124:108	6
2	Elverum	4	2	0	2	118:118	4
3	Porto	4	2	0	2	115:116	4
4	Granollers	4	1	0	3	110:125	2

Group 3

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	MT Melsungen	4	3	0	1	124:118	6
2	Vardar 1961	4	2	0	2	138:135	4
3	Benfica	4	2	0	2	130:127	4
4	Kristianstad	4	1	0	3	125:137	2

Group 4

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Hannover-Burgdorf	4	3	0	1	132:115	6
2	Fredericia	4	2	0	2	127:127	4
3	Kadetten Schaffhausen	4	2	0	2	117:127	4
4	Nexe	4	1	0	3	122:129	2

EHF European League Outrights

1. Flensburg-H.: 1.85 (44.72%)

2. Kiel: 2 (41.36%)

3. Montpellier: 16 (5.17%)

4. Hannover-Burgdorf: 26 (3.18%)

5. MT Melsungen: 41 (2.02%)

6. Skanderborg AGF: 76 (1.09%)

7. Benfica Lisboa: 126 (0.66%)

8. Porto: 126 (0.66%)

9. Elverum: 301 (0.27%)

10. Fredericia: 301 (0.27%)

11. Vardar: 301 (0.27%)

12. Kadetten Schaffhausen: 401 (0.21%)

13. Nexe: 2501 (0.03%)

14. Granollers: 2501 (0.03%)

15. Kristianstad: 2501 (0.03%)

16. Irun: 4001 (0.02%)

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