Sporting CP vs Braga Prediction, Tips & Odds – 11.02.2024
Sporting CP vs Braga Prediction 11.02.2024. In the 21st round of the Portuguese championship, we can expect a derby match in Lisbon between Sporting and Braga. This match is scheduled for Sunday at 7 PM CET at the Jose Alvalade Stadium.
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Sporting CP vs Braga Odds
Sporting CP Team News
Sporting enters this match after a convincing triumph in the last round, with a 3-0 victory away against Leiria, thanks to goals from Pedro Goncalves and a brace from Viktor Gyokeres. Currently, they hold the second position on the table with 49 points.
Ruben Amorim’s team is just two points behind the leading Benfica, with one game in hand. The race for the championship title remains uncertain until the very end, given the performances so far.
The Lisbon club boasts an impressive league form with six consecutive victories, demonstrating their determination to compete for all available trophies this season. They will also be participating in the Round of 16 of the Europa League, with their first leg against Young Boys scheduled for Thursday in Bern.
Braga Team News
On the other hand, Braga competed in the group stage of the Champions League this season, facing tough opponents such as Real Madrid and Napoli, but they didn’t advance further. Despite this setback, they secured the third position in Group C, surpassing the German team Union Berlin in the standings. This accomplishment allowed them to qualify for the knockout stage of the Europa League, where they will face Qarabag.
In the Portuguese league, Braga consistently holds the fourth position, trailing behind Sporting, Benfica, and Porto. As of now, after playing 20 matches and earning 40 points, Braga is in the fourth position, with an 11-point gap compared to the leading Benfica. In the last round, they secured a 1-0 victory at home against Moreirense, with Abel Ruiz scoring in the 8th minute of the match.
Sporting CP vs Braga H2H
In the previous five encounters between these two teams, Sporting has achieved two victories, Braga has secured one, and two matches ended in a draw.
Injuries and suspensions
Sporting CP: Ivan Fresneda is injured, while Ousmane Diomande will not play due to obligations in the national selection.
Braga: Simon Banza will not play on Sunday due to obligations in the national selection.
Sporting CP vs Braga Prediction
Braga has suffered two convincing defeats from Sporting at the Jose Alvalade Stadium with a score of 5-0 in the recent period. Additionally, Sporting is in an impressive form with six consecutive victories in the Portuguese league. Taking into account that the team from Lisbon has won seven out of the last eight encounters with Braga in front of their home fans, it is clear why we decided for this combination.
Kick-off Time: Sunday, 11.02.2024. 6:00 PM Local time GMT +0 / 19:00 CET
Prediction: AH1 (-1)
Odds (when tipped): 1.84
Sportsbook: Bet365
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