Sporting Lisbon vs SC Braga Predictions & Betting Tips (Liga Portugal)

Prediction published on 29/01/2023, 18:00  by Ioannis

Sporting Lisbon and Braga are set to lock horns in a highly anticipated match in the Liga Portugal, with both teams eager to secure a win and maintain their position in the league standings. Sporting Lisbon currently sit in fourth place, while Braga are second, eight points ahead of them. Sporting Lisbon have had a mixed season so far, with a run to the Taca de Portugal final ending in disappointment at the weekend after losing to Porto. However, they have been very strong at home, winning each of their last six games, with five of those seeing Over 1.5 goals at half time. Their solid defence has also been a key factor in that success, conceding just three goals in their last six home games. Additionally, Ruben Amorim’s side have a great tradition when hosting Braga, having won six out of seven home meetings against them, with five of those seeing Over 2.5 goals. Most notably, in their most recent clash at the Jose Alvalade, they thrashed Braga 5-0, which will give them a psychological edge heading into this match. 

Braga have been in excellent form this season, winning ten out of their last eleven games across all competitions, with their only defeat in that run coming against Sporting. They have been particularly strong on the road, winning five out of their last six away games, with two of their last three away games seeing Over 1.5 goals at half-time. Their ability to score goals has also been a key factor in their success, with Braga scoring thirteen times in their last five games and six goals in their last two outings. They will be looking to avenge their 5-0 loss to Sporting in their last meeting, but they will have to overcome their terrible tradition at the Jose Alvalade if they are to do so.