Famalicao vs Braga Prediction: Os Arsenalistas Can't Be Trusted At The Moment, Goals It Is!

Famalicao will welcome Braga to the Estadio Municapal de Famalicao in the 18th round of the Primeira Liga.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Famalicao

Form: WDLDD

Famalicao finally experienced the breakthrough they were eagerly anticipating in the Primeira Liga by eking out a comfortable 2-0 victory against Casa Pia on the road. This result marked the end of their six-match winless run in the league, where four draws and two losses were recorded.

The Famalicenses remain unbeaten in 2024 (W1 D1) and aim to preserve their unbeaten streak by securing a victory in this encounter at the Municipal Stadium Famalicão in a situation where their form is experiencing some fluctuations currently with three wins, three draws, and two losses recorded.

With 22 points accumulated from 17 matches played, Famalicao sits seventh in the Primeira Liga standings, one point ahead of eighth-placed Farense and thirteen points adrift of the European football spot.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Reis; Nathan, Mihaj, Otavio, Moura; Youssouf, Topic, Gustavo Sa; Fonseca, Cadiz, Chiquinho

Braga

Form: LDWLW

Braga, on the other hand, were up against a stern test over the weekend as they collided head-on with FC Porto at the Estádio do Dragão. Despite being aware of their opponents' formidable home record, the 2-0 defeat was neither unexpected nor the outcome Artur Jorge had anticipated.

Os Arsenalistas are currently on a two-match winless run in 2024 (L1 D1) and will seek to bounce back in this encounter. Away from home, their performance has been laudable, suffering two defeats in nine matches while boasting six wins and a solitary draw. It goes without saying they will undoubtedly pose a challenging obstacle to overcome, despite their inconsistent performance this season.

With 33 points from 17 matches, Braga sits fourth in the Primeira Liga standings, level on points with fifth-placed Vitoria de Guimaraes and five points behind third-placed FC Porto.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Matheus; Gomez, Oliveira, Fonte, Borja; Zalazar, Moutinho; Djalo, Lopes, Horta; Ruiz

Match Facts

• Famalicao have scored in six of their eight home matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Braga have lost two consecutive away matches across all competitions.
• Famalicao averages 1.13 goals per game when playing at home, and Braga averages 2.44 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 10 meetings, Famalicao have won 2 times, Braga have won 4 times, and there have been 4 draws, with the goal difference being 19-13 in favor of Braga.

Expert Betting Tips

Braga's struggling performance has taken a toll this season, resulting in their elimination from the Taça de Portugal, although the Taça da Liga has acted as consolation amidst the adversity.

Os Arsenalistas have won two of their last seven matches in the Primeira Liga, and suffering defeat in this won't come as a surprise. As such, we expect to see goals at both ends of the pitch combined with a total of over 2.5 goals, as this has been the case in six of their last nine meetings.

• Both Teams To Score + Goals - Over 2.5 for 2.05
• Anytime Goalscorer - Abel Ruiz for 2.55
• Total Corners - Over 9.5 for 1.73