Sporting CP vs Gil Vicente Prediction: The Leoês Won't Be Intimidated In Their Own Den

Sporting CP will welcome Gil Vicente to the Estádio José Alvalade in the 12th round of the Primeira Liga.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Sporting CP

Form: LWWWW

In the latest match, Sporting CP managed to salvage a point against Italy's Atalanta away from home on the fifth match day of the Europa League. This has seen them book their spot in the round of 16 due to their advantageous position in Group D, where they occupy second place with 8 points, four points ahead of Sturm Graz (4th) and Raków Częstochowa (5th).

Prior to that, they thrashed Dumiense 8-0 at home in the fourth round of the Taça de Portugal following their narrow 2-1 defeat to Benfica on the road in the 11th round before the international break. The Leoês still find themselves maintaining a consistent form with one loss in eleven matches (W9 D1).

With 28 points collected from 11 matches played, Sporting CP sits second in the Primeira Liga standings, level on points with league leaders Benfica and three ahead of third-placed FC Porto.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

Adan; Diomande, Coates, Neto; Esgaio, Hjulmand, Morita, Reis; Pote, Gyokeres, Edwards

Gil Vicente

Form: DLDLW

Gil Vicente progressed to the next round of the Taca de Portugal by dispatching Serpa 1-0 in the fourth round away from home. This follows a 1-1 draw against Rio Ave at home in the eleventh round of the Primeira Liga.

Their form in the league has been cause for concern, going winless in four matches (L2 D2), and their chances of getting back to winning ways in this one look slim as they take on a side that has dished them seven defeats on the trot when playing away.

With 11 points collected from 11 matches played, Gil Vicente occupy 11th place in the Primeira Liga standings, level on points with 12th-placed Estrela Amadora and two points ahead of the relegation zone.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Andrew; Carlos, Lopes, Fernandes, Boas; Tiba, Dominguez; Fujimoto, Neto, de Souza; Baturina

Match Facts

• Sporting CP are currently on a six-match winning streak when playing at home in the Primeira Liga.
• Gil Vicente has won two of their six matches across all competitions.
• Sporting CP averages 2.33 goals per game when playing at home, and Gil Vicente averages 1 goal per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 26 meetings, Sporting CP has won 18 times, Gil Vicente has won 5 times, and there have been 3 draws, with the goal difference being 53-24 in favor of Sporting CP.

Expert Betting Tips

Sporting CP will be out to redeem themselves in the Primeira Liga following a setback against Benfica in the derby. The Leoês have won seven of their last eight meetings against Gil Vicente and are heavy favorites in this one to claim maximum points.

The home side's success has been built on solid foundations, with 23 goals scored in eleven matches, ranking them as the second-best attacking side in the Primeira Liga. As such, we could see more than a goal being scored here, with the visitors also contributing to the cause.

• Total 1 - Over 2.5 for 1.80
• Corners - Under 10 for 2.10
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.01