FC Porto vs Estoril Praia Prediction: The Dragons Will Dominate From Start To Finish

FC Porto will welcome Estoril Praia to the Estádio do Dragão in the tenth round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

FC Porto

Form: WWWWW

Since their 3-2 defeat at the hands of Bodø/Glimt in the Europa League on September 25th, FC Porto have turned out to be a difficult team to beat as they come into this clash boasting a seven-game unbeaten run across all competitions (W6, D1). Their recent match saw them overcome Moreirense by a comfortable 2-0 at home in the Taça da Liga quarterfinal. 

The Dragons have won their last five matches in the league, including a thunderous 5-0 win over AVS Futebol SAD. This has allowed them to solidify their position in second place in the table and are six points behind league leaders Sporting CP.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Costa; Fernandes, Perez, Djalo, Moura; Varela, Gonzalez; Vieira, Namaso, Pepe; Omorodion

Estoril Praia

Form: WLLDW

Estoril Praia will undeniably fancy their chances of picking up a favourable outcome in this one, considering they have won three of their last four encounters against FC Porto. 

After losing 4-3 on penalties away to Lusitano 1911 in the third round of the Taca de Portugal, Estoril managed to reignite their confidence with a decisive 4-1 league victory over FC Arouca at home. This halted a three-match winless run (L2, D1), including their recent two-match losing streak against Sporting CP (0-3) and Farense (1-0). 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Robles; Pina, Alvaro, Boma, Amaral; Orellana, Zanocelo, Holsgrove; Carvalho, Marques, Garcia

Match Facts

• FC Porto have kept a clean sheet in the last 4 matches.
• Estoril Praia have conceded the first goal in each of their last four matches in the Primeira Liga.
• FC Porto averages 2.6 goals per game when playing at home, and Estoril Praia averages 0.5 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 26 meetings, FC Porto have won 17 times, Estoril Praia have won 4 times, and there have been 5 draws, with the goal difference being 53-25 in favour of FC Porto.

Expert Betting Tips

FC Porto have been rock-solid at home, winning their last six matches, and we don't see the Portuguese powerhouse dropping points against Estoril Praia, who have failed to win their last 15 away matches in the Primeira Liga (L8, D7). As such, we expect the home team to cruise to a commanding victory by supporting them to win both halves.

• FC Porto To Win Both Halves - Yes for 1.93
• Total - Over 3.5 for 2.01
• Anytime Goalscorer - Samu Omorodion for 1.90