Braga vs Estoril Praia Prediction: Os Arcebispos To Prevail With Flying Colors In The Flying Showdown

Braga is set to host Estoril Praia at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in a single-legged Taça da Liga final on Saturday evening.

Let's have a look at the latest Taça da Liga predictions between Braga vs. Estoril Praia, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Braga

Braga secured their second win of the year after seeing off the threat of Sporting CP 1-0 in the semi-finals of the Taça da Liga at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa. With that win,

Os Arcebispos will now make their fifth appearance in the finals of this competition, having won two trophies to date. Their last appearance in the 2020-21 season witnessed them succumb to a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Sporting CP, and they are hoping that this time around fate lends them a helping hand to see off an Estoril Praia side who has been a surprise package in this competition in the lead-up to this match.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Matheus; Gomez, Fonte, Oliveira, Borja; Carvalho, Moutinho, Pizzi; Djalo, Horta, Ruiz

Estoril Praia

Estoril Praia wasn't anticipated to achieve much in this competition, but the Almelo-based side has risen to the occasion, contradicting such expectations to reach their first ever final in club history by defeating Benfica 5-4 on penalties after playing out a 1-1 draw in regular time. The signs that they were going to be a surprise package eventually were obviously there, such as finishing at the top of their group with an unblemished record, securing two consecutive wins against Leixões, and one of the big three in Portuguese football, FC Porto, something you rarely witness in a lifetime.

Before this win, they were on a four-match losing streak across all competitions, being outscored 14-3. However, they won't let that deter them from claiming their first ever trophy in this competition and their first since clinching the second-tier league title in the 2020–21 season. With two Portuguese football giants already slayed, they exude confidence and hope to turn their dream into reality by achieving a third victory against formidable opponents in this upcoming clash.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

Carne; Parra, Volnei, Vital; Gomes, Fernandes, Koindredi, Araujo; Guitane, A Marques, J Marques

Match Facts

• Braga have preserved one clean sheet in their last thirteen matches across all competitions.
• Estoril Praia have won two of their last six away matches across all competitions.
• Braga averages 2.03 goals per game when playing at home, and Estoril Praia averages 1.3 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the most recent 21 encounters, Braga emerged victorious 16 times, shared 2 draws, and Estoril Praia secured a win on 3 occasions. The goal difference favors Braga at 49-14.

Expert Betting Tips

While Estoril Praia has been an unexpected contender thus far in the competition, this marks the end of their fortunate streak as they go up against a Braga side they've failed to defeat in their last eleven matches, recording nine losses and two draws.

Considering that Braga have maintained overt superiority over their opponents in this impending encounter, we anticipate them to cruise to a comfortable victory combined with a total of over 2.5 goals, which should surface as this has been the case in their last two matches against Estoril Praia.

• W1 & TO 2.5 for 2.01
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.66
• Correct Score - Braga 3:1 Estoril Praia for 9.80