Gil Vicente vs FC Porto Prediction: The Dragons Won't Have It Easy But Securing Maximum Points Is Out Of The Question

Gil Vicente will welcome FC Porto at the Estádio Cidade de Barcelos, Barcelos, in the 26th round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Gil Vicente

Form: WLLWW

Despite being the underdog in their latest match against Estoril Praia on the road, Gil Vicente pulled off an upset to snatch all three points in a 3-1 triumph. With this result, they were able to halt a two-match losing streak in the league. 

Before their 1-0 defeat at the hands of FC Vizela at home, Gil Vicente was a force to be reckoned with at the Estádio Cidade de Barcelos. Estádio Cidade de Barcelos was an impregnable fotress that witnessed them go unbeaten in eight matches (W4 D4) and as

As they approach this clash, they'll strive to recapture their past success against a team that has triumphed over them in their previous four meetings.

Having accumulated 25 points in 22 matches played, Gil Vicente sits in tenth place in the Primeira Liga standings, one point ahead of eleventh-placed Boavista and three points behind seventh-placed FC Arouca.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Andrew; Pinto, Pereira, Fernandes, Buta; Tiba, Gbane; Toure, Dominguez, Souza; Correia

FC Porto

Form: WLDWW

FC Porto, on the other hand, enters this clash following a 1-0 victory over England's Arsenal in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 courtesy of a Galeno strike in the dying embers of the game. 

Prior to that, they saw off the threat of Estrela Amadora in the league, winning 2-0 at home to get back to winning ways after losing 3-2 against FC Arouca in the subsequent match. The Dragons have typified consistency despite their floundering performance, as they've recorded five wins from their last eight matches in the Primeira Liga (D2 L1). Away from home, they have seven wins in their last eleven matches (L3 D1) and will undoubtedly be backing themselves up for a favorable outcome in this one. 

Having accumulated 48 points in 22 matches played, FC Porto sits in third place in the Primeira Liga standings, five points ahead of fourth-placed Braga and seven points behind the top spot.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Costa; Mario, Pepe, Otavio, Cardoso; Varela, Gonzalez; Conceicao, Pepe, Galeno; Evanilson

Match Facts

• Gil Vicente has lost four consecutive home matches when playing against FC Porto.
• FC Porto have conceded a goal in eight of their last eleven away matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Gil Vicente averages 2 goals per game when playing at home, and FC Porto averages 1.64 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 32 meetings, Gil Vicente has won four times, FC Porto has won 25 times, and there have been three draws, with the goal difference being 67-24 in favor of FC Porto.

Expert Betting Tips

Gil Vicente has had no luck playing at home against FC Porto, suffering four consecutive defeats. However, they shouldn't be discounted from causing an upset in this match, considering they have been a difficult side to beat this season at home.

Given that FC Porto have won eight of their last ten matches in this fixture, we anticipate the same trend to continue by picking them up in the double chance market to win or draw combined with the total under 3.5 goals.

• 2X & TU 3.5 for 1.61
• Anytime Goalscorer - Evanilson for 2.06
• Correct Score - Gil Vicente 1:2 FC Porto for 8.50