FC Porto vs Gil Vicente Prediction: Os Galos Can Get One Past Their Opponents

FC Porto will welcome Gil Vicente to the Estádio do Dragão in the first round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

FC Porto

For FC Porto, last season's Primeira Liga campaign was a disappointing one as they were unable to secure a finish higher than third place. This was their worst finish since the 2015-16 season. This led to Sérgio Conceição stepping down as head coach, having been at the club for seven seasons. During his tenure, the 49-year-old clinched three league titles, four Portuguese cups, three Portuguese Super Cups, and one Portuguese League Cup.

Former assistant to Sérgio Conceição, Vitor Bruno, was appointed the new head coach, signing a two-year contract. So far, the 41-year-old has undeniably delivered on expectations, clinching the Portuguese Super Cup for the 24th time by staging a remarkable comeback to defeat last season's champions Sporting CP 4-3.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

Coasta; Mario, Pedro, Otavio, Fernandes; Varela, Grujic, Borges, Gonzalez, Galeno; Loader

Gil Vicente

Gil Vicente, on the other hand, was one of the sides fighting for survival last season. However, they managed to avert the danger by finishing 12th with 36 points, four points ahead of the relegation play-offs. 

The Gilistas had a decent run in the preseason games, winning three of their last six matches while recording two draws and one loss. They approach this match on the back of a goalless draw against Dep. La Coruna (Spain).

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Andrew; Zé Carlos, Buatu, Fernandez, Cruz; Gbane, Fujimoto, Dominguez, Garcia; Correia, Aguirre

Match Facts

• FC Porto has won three consecutive matches across all competitions when playing at home.
• Gil Vicente has conceded the first goal in five of the last six matches against FC Porto.
• FC Porto averages 2.6 goals per game when playing at home, and Gil Vicente averages 1.1 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 33 meetings, FC Porto have won 25 times, Gil Vicente have won 4 times, and there have been 4 draws, with the goal difference being 68-25 in favor of FC Porto.

Expert Betting Tips

FC Porto had a poor 2023–24 Primeira Liga campaign and will aim to make amends this season by challenging Sporting CP for the league title. This is the same team they had the pleasure of defeating in the Portuguese Super Cup, making them hopeful about their chances of clinching the league title. 

Gil Vicente wasn't a side that exceeded expectations when it came to their performance on the road. However, they, too, will be looking for an improved showing this season. 

Despite FC Porto being favorites, their backline has taken a huge blow following Pepe's departure to Al Nassr, and that was evident in their match against Sporting CP. As such, we don't expect them to keep a clean sheet in this one, supporting both sides to get on the scoreboard, as this has been the case in three of their last five encounters.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.33
• Result/Both Teams To Score - FC Porto/Yes for 3.10
• Total - Over 3 for 1.8