Estrela Amadora vs FC Porto Prediction: Amadora Not Mentally Prepared For What Lies Ahead!

FC Porto makes the trip to Amadora to lock horns with Estrela Amadora at the Estadio Jose Gomes in the 5th round of the Primeira Liga.

Before the international break, the Dragons managed to salvage a point at home against FC Arouca, which in their eyes was an unfavorable outcome. They will likely want to get back to winning ways on the road against the league's newly promoted side.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Estrela Amadora

Estrela Amadora couldn't find it in themselves to build on their prior 2-1 win at home against Estoril Praia, as their trip to Estádio Municipal de Portimão after that to lock horns with Portimonense only resulted in a 1-1 draw.

Ronald opened the scoring for his side in the opening 14 minutes, but it wasn't until the 38th minute that his efforts were cancelled out by a Dener equalizer, which was the last goal from either side as the second half ended goalless.

For a side of their caliber, Sergio Vieira has nothing to complain about when it comes to his side's performance, which has been above average, collecting four points from a possible twelve. They have lost two of their four matches alongside one win and a draw, a commendable start that sees them on a two-match unbeaten run.

They currently occupy 13th place with 4 points, level with three other teams in the standings. Their bid for sixth place is hindered by a three-point deficit.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

Bruno; Omurwa, Lopes, Gaspar; Hevertton, Cordeiro, Aloisio, Shinga; Jaba, Tavares, Ronald

FC Porto

FC Porto were a bit unfortunate in their match against FC Arouca despite bearing the tag of favorites at home, as they could only salvage a point after playing out a 1-1 draw.

With Mehdi Taremi's goal in the opening twelve minutes ruled out for offside, the first half ended goalless. Cristo gave his side a crucial lead at the Estádio do Dragão in the 83rd minute, and Galeno's missed penalty in stoppage time meant that their opponents were still in the driving seat, but it wasn't until four minutes later after the missed penalty that Evanilson restored parity to rescue a point.

Having avoided defeat in their opening three matches in the league, the Dragons have seen their unbeaten run extended to 16 matches, a run that dates all the way back to the previous season and a run they'll be confident in extending to 17 matches.

They currently occupy 2nd place with 10 points, level with first-placed Boavista and third-placed Sporting CP. Securing maximum points in this clash could possibly see them clinch first place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Costa; Mario, Cardoso, Marcano, Wendell; Pepe, Gonzalez, Estaquio, Galeno; Taremi, Martinez

Match Facts

• Estrela Amadora have won one of their four matches in the Primeira Liga and have yet to keep a clean sheet.
• FC Porto have yet to lose in their four matches played in the Primeira Liga.
• Estrela Amadora averages 1.1 goals per game when playing at home, and FC Porto averages 2.2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

This will be the first meeting between these two sides in the Primeira Liga.

Expert Betting Tips

Estrela Amadora, who may feel that their performance of late in the Primeira Liga shows signs of consistency due to the fact that they recently got promoted, will hope to get something positive out of this match to appease their loyal supporters, though it will prove to be an arduous task as they take on a side that is far superior to them.

FC Porto will be seeking to get back to winning ways as they have their sights set on first place in the standings, and they will feel that this encounter is the perfect opportunity for them to pick up where they left off with their dominance before the international break.

As such, we anticipate FC Porto to pick up a commanding win away from home combined with a total over 2.5 goals given that three of their four matches won in the Primeira Liga have seen the total exceed 2.5 goals.

• Result & Total Goals - FC Porto & Over 2.5 for 2.00
• 1st Half - W2 for 1.83
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.95