Vitoria de Guimaraes vs FC Porto Prediction: Os Vimaranenses To Turn This Clash Into A Highly Entertaining Affair

The 17th matchday of the Primeira Liga sees Vitoria de Guimaraes host FC Porto at the Estádio Dom Afonso Henriques.

Will Vitoria de Guimaraes be able to come away with a thumping victory at home, or will they be disappointed with a dismal result?

Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between Vitoria de Guimaraes vs FC Porto, probable lineups, match facts and up to date betting odds for you to consider!

Vitoria de Guimaraes

Form: LDLWL

It has been bad news for Moreno's men, who recently lost their encounter on the road against Gil Vicente despite taking the lead through Anderson Silva's goal in the 17th minute who later got sent off in the 65th minute of the second half after receiving his second booking of the day, falling to a 2:1 defeat, extending their winless record in the Primeira Liga to three matches.

Due to their poor form, they have gone three games without a win and have only managed to gather 4 points in their previous five matches.

Their hopes for a European spot are hampered by a three-point deficit as they currently sit in seventh place with 24 points, and while victory will be the only outcome they seek in this match, reality has them pitted up against a rampant opponent, and it appears their hopes will be put on hold as another setback is only a whistle away.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

Varela; Fernandes, Bamba, Villanueva; Maga, Janvier, Andre, Sa; Silva, Johnston, Bueno

FC Porto

Form: WDWWW

The Dragões extended their unbeaten streak to six games with a smashing 4:1 victory over Famalicao in their most recent home match, with Galeno scoring a brace 21 minutes into the first half, followed by Otávio's goal in the 42nd minute and Taremi's winning goal in the second half.

In their last five matches, they've gathered 13 points, ceding two points to Casa Pia in a scoreless draw, and it appears as if the Dragões have reverted to their former dominant self as they try to add three more points to their tally.

They are currently in third position (36 points), and thanks to their win over Famalicao, the point difference between them and table leaders Benfica has shrunk to only five points, while second place sees them with only a one-point deficit.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Costa; Mario, Cardoso, Marcano, Wendell; Grujic, Uribe; Otavio, Galeno, Taremi; Martinez

Match Facts

• Vitoria de Guimaraes have not won in their last seven games.
• FC Porto has won three consecutive away games.
• The average number of goals scored in matches between Vitoria de Guimaraes and FC Porto is 2.6.
• When playing at home, Vitoria de Guimaraes averages 1.71 goals per game, while FC Porto averages 1.88 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 47 meetings, Vitoria de Guimaraes has won three times, FC Porto has won 39 times, and there have been five draws, with a goal difference of 105-27 in favor of FC Porto.

Expert Betting Tips

FC Porto have been impressive as guests at the Estádio Dom Afonso Henriques, which sees them on a 10 match unbeaten streak, and with a six-game unbeaten streak, a convincing win might be on the cards.

Vitoria de Guimaraes have suffered a delightful fall in their form, with no wins in their past three matches, and home advantage this time around will not get them back into their comfort zone against a team that has an unblemished record against them.

Even though the hosts' recent performances have not been visually appealing, and for a side that averages 1.71 goals at home, the benefit of the doubt must be given to them in regards to their attacking potential, which could be relied upon in this matchup as we feel they'll be more than capable of breaching the visitors' defense. For the initial pick, we anticipate both teams to score with the total going over 2.5 goals.

• Both Teams To Score + Goals - Over 2.5 for 2.40
• Corners - Over 9 for 1.80
• Total (Yellow cards) - Under 5 for 2.10