Fuchse Berlin defeated Porto 40:32 in the Champions League on 8 October 2026. The hosts started strong and never looked back, securing 3 points on home soil. It was a straightforward evening for the Berlin squad, who have been navigating a tricky group stage.
Both teams arrived with 2 points from 2 matches, but the hierarchy shifted overnight. Berlin move up to second place, leaving Porto in third position.
We gave: home win, confidence 69%. Forecast came true. And here's the thing, the visitors looked disjointed from the opening whistle. Porto’s attacking patterns were predictable, allowing Berlin to intercept and counter effectively.
The scoreline suggests a one-sided affair, but the game remained competitive until the final quarter. Berlin’s defence held firm against Porto’s best efforts, shutting down their key threats. By then, the hosts were running away with it, capitalising on every mistake. The visitors struggled to adapt to the pace Berlin imposed.
Porto have been flying high, winning their last 5 matches by significant margins. Their 47:21 victory over Vitoria last week was particularly dominant.
Berlin’s recent record is less uniform, marked by a loss to Veszprém and a win against Partizan. They showed resilience after the setback against the Hungarians. Today’s performance suggests they are finding their footing at the right time.
The win brings Berlin 2 points clear of Porto in the table. It is a crucial advantage in a group where points are scarce.
