Round 02
Alverca vs. Braga
Complexo Desportivo FC Alverca, Alverca do Ribatejo, Portugal.
17.08.25 at 20:00
Alverca vs Braga: Prediction for the Match on August 17, 2025
Alverca are set to renew acquaintances with Braga for the first time since 2004. The second round of the Primeira Liga will be played in their home ground, Complexo Desportivo FC Alverca. Who's going to come out on top? Let us check out the match preview, team news, and betting odds to place your bets!
Get Your Sign-up Bonus!Alverca: Form and Statistics
Alverca was met with disappointment in the Primeira Liga opener against Moreirense. In that match, they dropped three points in a narrow 2-1 away defeat, denying them a dream start.
However, it has to be pointed out that they made things hot for Vasco Botelho da Costa's men. They conceded the first goal in the 27th minute but equalized 17 minutes later through Marezi's effort from the spot.
The game plan heading into the second half was to maintain things as they were until it all came crumbling down deep into stoppage time. A goal was conceded, leading to their narrow defeat.
Alverca: Team News
Alverca have no injury concerns and comes into this upcoming encounter with a clean bill of health.
Head coach Custodio Castro is likely to stick with the same 3-4-3 setup. Two players, Sabit Abdulai and Diogo, are expected to make their starts off the bench this Sunday. Isaac James is expected to lead the attack, while Marezi takes up the lift wing position.
🔖 Probable Starting XI (3-4-3): Gomes; Meupiyou, Naves, Baseya; Mendes, Abdulai, Amorim, Esteves; Marezi, James, Martins.
⛔️ Out: None.
👤 Head coach: Custodio Castro.
Braga: Form and Statistics
Braga are in a jubilant mood heading into this clash. On Thursday, they outsmarted Romanian club CFR Cluj 2-0 at home in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League third qualifying round.
A comfortable 4-1 aggregate success saw them progress to the play-off round, where they are now inching closer to securing their spot in the main draw. That result also extended their unbeaten run across all competitive competitions to five matches.
Os Arcebispos now shift their focus to the Primeira Liga. It was a brilliant start from Carlos Vicens' men, who saw off the threat of Tondela in a 3-0 home victory. Vitor Carvalho, new signing Pau Victor, and Ricardo Horta were all on target in that match.
Braga: Team News
Braga also doesn't have injury concerns to be worried about heading into this clash. However, Robson Bambu remains inactive for the visiting team.
We could see the same 4-3-3 setup that led to their victory against CFR Cluj in the UEFA Europa League qualifiers recently. Fran Navarro will lead the attack, while Ricardo Horta and Zalazar Martinez are expected to provide support from the wings.
🔖 Probable Starting XI (4-3-3-): Hornicek; Gomez, Niakate, Oliveira, Lagerbielke; Dorgeles, Gorby, Moutinho; Horta, Navarro, Zalazar Martinez.
⛔️ Out: Robson Bambu (inactive).
👤 Head coach: Carlos Vicens.
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Alverca vs Braga: Head-To-Head Statistics
In the last 10 meetings, Alverca have won 2 times, Braga have won 4 times, and there have been 4 draws. The goal difference is 17-13 in favor of Braga.
Alverca vs Braga: Betting Tips & Odds
- Alverca have scored in each of their last three home matches (in the second division). You can bet on over 0.5 Alverca goals for 1.6 at 1xbet.
- Braga have covered the -1.5 spread in each of their last two matches across all competitions. You can bet on Braga -1.5 for 2.85 at Bet365.
- Braga have seen two of their last four away matches against Alverca end with over 3.5 goals. You can bet on over 3.5 goals for 3.25 at Betway.
Alverca vs Braga match prediction 17 August 2025
Alverca managed to put on an admirable showing last time out against Moreirense. They were unlucky not to have picked up three points. Also, I don't see this being the ideal fixture for them in achieving such a feat.
Braga has enjoyed a stellar start to the 2025-26 season. Their performance has by far exceeded expectations. The secret ingredient behind this display is tranquility within their camp. They boast a superior squad within their ranks, and I believe they can secure maximum points once again.
Our match prediction: W2 for a coefficient of 1.7 in the 1xbet bookmaker.
Our betting tip on the match: Both Teams To Score - Yes for a coefficient of 1.94 in the Betway bookmaker.
Our final betting tip on the match: Correct Score - 1:3 for a coefficient of 15.00 in the Bet365 bookmaker.
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