Primeira Liga
Tier 1Portugal
FC Porto
POR
Arouca
ARO
FC Porto's formidable home record and superior squad quality make them overwhelming favorites against an Arouca side that typically struggles at the Estádio do Dragão. Expect Porto to control the game from the start and secure a comfortable victory without conceding.
Sporting CP
SCP
Estoril Praia
EST
As a primary title contender, Sporting CP's form at the Estádio José Alvalade is imperious. Estoril Praia lacks the defensive resilience and attacking firepower to pose a serious threat, making a comfortable home win the most probable outcome.
AVS
AVS
Estrela Amadora
AMA
This is expected to be a tight, low-scoring affair between two evenly matched sides likely battling in the lower half of the table. Home advantage could be the decisive factor for AVS in a cagey match where both teams will prioritize avoiding defeat.
Nacional de Madeira
NAC
Braga
BRA
Braga's superior technical quality gives them the edge, but this will be a difficult test against a Nacional side that is notoriously tough to beat in Madeira. Expect an open game where both teams score, but Braga's clinical finishing should see them narrowly come out on top.
Vitória de Guimarães
VSC
Alverca
ALV
Vitória de Guimarães are a strong European contender and very reliable at their home stadium. Facing Alverca, who are likely a recently promoted or lower-table side, Vitória's quality and home support should ensure a straightforward victory.
Casa Pia
CAP
Moreirense
MOR
This projects to be a tightly contested match between two evenly matched, mid-table sides. Both Casa Pia and Moreirense often rely on defensive structure, which could lead to a low-scoring affair where neither team is willing to risk too much. A draw seems the most probable outcome as both would likely be content to avoid defeat against a direct competitor.
Rio Ave
RAV
Famalicao
FAM
Rio Ave's strong home record gives them the edge in this encounter against a capable but inconsistent Famalicão team. While Famalicão possesses the attacking quality to get on the scoresheet, Rio Ave's organization and effectiveness in Vila do Conde should be the deciding factor in a competitive match.
Tondela
TON
Santa Clara
SCL
In a likely relegation six-pointer, Tondela's desperation for points at home could give them the motivational edge. Santa Clara faces the challenge of a long trip from the Azores, which could impact their energy levels. Expect a tense, low-scoring game where a single goal, spurred on by the home crowd, could decide the outcome.
Gil Vicente
GVI
Benfica
SLB
This is a classic mismatch where the title-chasing powerhouse visits a mid-table side. While Gil Vicente can be a tricky opponent at home, Benfica's superior quality, depth, and the immense pressure to win for their title ambitions should see them secure a comfortable victory. Expect Benfica to control the game and find the goals needed to take all three points.