Sporting CP vs Boavista Prediction: The Chequered Ones Ready To Deliver The Home Team's Third Loss

Sporting CP, who have maintained a two-point lead at the top, will welcome struggling Boavista, placed in 14th place, at Estádio José Alvalade in the 14th round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Sporting CP

Form: LLWWW

Sporting CP have been behind disappointing outcomes lately since João Pereira's appointment as manager late November this year. Their poor form hit a new low on Tuesday as they lost 2-1 against Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League. This result marked their fourth consecutive defeat across all competitions for the first time in over a decade. 

Their latest match in the Primeira Liga saw them succumb to a 2-1 defeat against Moreirense despite breaking the deadlock in the opening twelve minutes courtesy of Viktor Gyökeres' strike from the spot. As a result, they have lost two consecutive league matches.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Kovacevic; Diomande, St. Juste, Reis; Inacio, Hjulmand, Araujo, Catamo; Edwards, Trincao; Gyokeres

Boavista

Form: DDLWL

Boavista, on the other hand, has not been performing to the required standards, too, but they'll likely favor this matchup as an opportunity to quell the storm and regain momentum. The away team has only won just one of their last twelve matches in the Primeira Liga (D5, L6).

In their most recent match, they managed to salvage a valuable point in a 1-1 draw against Farense at home. However, this extended their winless run to three matches (D2, L1). Away from home, the Chequered Ones have only managed two wins in their last seven games (D3, L2) with their latest match against newly-promoted outfit CD Nacional ending in a goalless draw.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Cesar; Gomes, Abascal, Ferreira, Dabo; Agra, Reisinho, Perez, Onyemaechi; Silva, Bozenik

Match Facts

• Sporting CP has scored three or more goals in three of their last six home matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Boavista has won just one of their last six away matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Sporting CP averages 2.5 goals per game when playing at home, and Boavista averages 1 goal per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 32 meetings, Sporting CP has won 24 times, Boavista has won 3 times, and there have been 5 draws, with the goal difference being 67-20 in favor of Sporting CP. 

Expert Betting Tips

Despite their recent struggles as of late, Sporting CP remain a formidable force in the Primeira Liga and a strong title contender. This match presents a perfect opportunity for them to return to winning form and halt a two-match losing streak in the league. 

The Lisbon giants are currently on a three-match winning streak against Boavista. In two of those matches, they've scored three or more goals, and given their attacking prowess this season, I anticipate seeing them capitalize on that and secure a commanding victory. This is why I'm backing them up to score an individual total of 3.5 goals.

• Total 1 - Over 3.5 for 2.1
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.09
• Viktor Gyökeres To Score In 2nd Half for 2.20