FC Porto vs Sporting CP Prediction: Bragging Rights Up For Grabs In The O Clássico!

FC Porto will welcome Sporting CP at the Estádio do Dragão in the 31st round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

FC Porto

Form: WDLLW

After booking their spot in the finals of the Taca de Portugal and defeating Vitoria Guimaraes 3-1 at home in the second leg, FC Porto then made the trip to the Estadio Pina Manique to lock horns with Casa Pia. In that match, goals from Wenderson Galeno and Nicolas Gonzalez were sufficient to see them secure a 2-1 victory.

Prior to that league win, Sérgio Conceição's men were on a three-match winless run (L2, D1). At the Estadio do Dragao, they have failed to win their last two matches (L1, D1). However, having been on an eight-match unbeaten run (W7, D1), they will be aiming to return to their former glory.

With 62 points accumulated from 30 matches, FC Porto sits in third place in the Primeira Liga standings, level with fourth-placed Braga, and is a significant 18 points adrift of their opponents in this upcoming encounter.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Ramos; Mario , Otavio, Pepe, Wendell; Gonzalez, Varela; Conceicao, Pepe, Galeno; Taremi

Sporting CP

Form: WWWWW

Sporting CP, on the other hand, cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory at home against Vitoria Guimaraes in the 30th round of the Primeira Liga. In light of this result, they achieved their 15th consecutive victory at home.

The Lions have avoided defeat in their last 17 league games, though it's also worth noting that they are currently on an eight-match unbeaten run, which goes without saying that they come into this match high on confidence. Away from home, they have maintained a nine-match unbeaten streak (W8. D1), and they too have the potential to become a highly formidable team in this matchup.

With 80 points accumulated from 30 matches, Sporting CP sits at the top of the Primeira Liga standings and has maintained a seven-point cushion over second-placed Benfica.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

Israel; St. Juste, Inacio, Coates; Catamo, Hjulmand, Braganca, Santos; Trincao, Gyokeres, Goncalves

Match Facts

• FC Porto are currently on a three-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
• Sporting CP have won one of their last nine matches against FC Porto.
• FC Porto averages 2.07 goals per game when playing at home, and Sporting CP averages 2.4 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 61 meetings, FC Porto have won 25 times, Sporting CP have won 15 times, and there have been 21 draws, with the goal difference being 72-57 in favor of FC Porto.

Expert Betting Tips

Sporting CP has struggled in this fixture, winning just one of their last nine matches (L5, D4). However, it's worth noting that they have been the stronger team on paper this season, which could help them secure a narrow victory. On the other hand, FC Porto are the slight favorites in this encounter due to their historical dominance over their upcoming opponents. However, they are aware that securing a win won't be easy and will need to put in a strong effort to claim maximum points.

Considering that this match could be highly competitive and picking a winner in the full-time market might be challenging, we still anticipate both sides to score. This has been the case in four of their last eight meetings.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.64
• Draw No Bet - Sporting CP for 1.91
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.80