FC Vizela vs Braga Prediction: The Arsenalistas Are In For A Cagey Affair

With hopes of achieving their second straight victory, FC Vizela welcomes Braga to the Estádio do Vizela for their 24th round of the Primeira Liga.

Will home field advantage be a major factor in their quest for revenge this time around after their most recent meeting with Braga ended in a 2:0 loss on the road, or will they fall to the visitors for the third straight time?

Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between FC Vizela vs Braga, team news, probable lineups, match facts and up to date betting odds for you to consider!

FC Vizela

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Following a four-match winless streak in which they lost two and drew two, they finally redeemed themselves by winning again in their most recent match on the road against Estoril Praia, who are one place above the relegation playoffs, as they cruised to a convincing 3:0 victory.

In that game, Milutin Osmajić didn't waste any time in taking the lead in the first 15 minutes, and an own goal from their opponent in the 41st minute doubled their lead, forcing them to take a more defensive approach in the second half. But fresh off the bench, Tomás Silva wasn't satisfied with the game plan, scoring the game-winning goal in the 83rd minute.

With one win in the last five matches and two losses and two draws, they don't necessarily reflect a side that has been consistent with their form, which could seriously hamper their chances of walking away with a resounding victory in front of their boisterous fans, and Tulipa will undoubtedly have his work cut out for him trying to avoid defeat.

Nothing was expected of the Vizelenses this season, not even a mid-table finish, which they already have as they sit in 9th place with 29 points on goal differential and are faced with an 11-point deficit in their bid for a European spot in the standings.

Team News

FC Vizela have no injury concerns to be worried about ahead of this match as they are well equipped with a full injury-free squad.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-1-2-3

Buntic; Juliao, Fernandes, Aidara, Afonso; Ortiz; Samu, Guzzo; Moreira, Osmajic, Bondoso

Braga

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The visitors, on the other hand, come into this game off a 2:0 win at home against mid-table chasing Rio Ave, and it's undeniable that they did keep their composure in that match to award themselves with a three-pointer.

Prior to that, an intense game on the road against Vitoria de Guimaraes resulted in three red cards being shown, and the usual suspect from their team, Sikou Niakate, was sent packing in the opening 29 minutes. 

As a result, their opponent took the lead in the 31st minute through a penalty and doubled their lead ten minutes later. Though Álvaro Djaló pulled one back for his side late in the 88th minute, it wasn't enough for them to avoid defeat.

Having only experienced two losses while recording seven wins in 2023, their performance over the last nine games has been rather impressive, and Artur Jorge can only hope that his team can continue to play with the same consistency throughout the season.

With 52 points, they hold down 3rd place and are 5 points ahead of Sporting CP in 4th place. Their attempt to finish first in this competition is thwarted by a 10-point deficit.

Team News

Braga enters this match with an injury-free group, and Artur Jorge will have a lot of options to choose from here as there are no fitness problems to be worried about.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Lima; Gomez, Tormena, Saatci, Sequeira; Medeiros, Al-Musrati, A Horta, Bruma; R Horta, Banza

Match Facts

• Braga have only kept 5 clean sheets in their last 12 away games in the Primeira Liga.
• FC Vizela have only lost one of their last five matches when playing at home
• Their last meeting in the Primeira Liga saw Braga run out 2:0 winners at home.
• When playing at home, FC Vizela averages 1.09 goals per game, and Braga averages 2.25 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 6 meetings, FC Vizela have won times, Braga have won five times, and there have been 0 draws with the goal difference being 15:6 in favour of Braga.

Expert Betting Tips

Braga will be eager to secure their second consecutive victory, this time on the road against FC Vizela, who have been solid at home in their last five matches, having only lost one game. Dropping points here won't be ideal for the Arsenalistas, as their next opponent is none other than FC Porto in the upcoming weekend.

Given that FC Vizela has been visually convincing when it comes to displaying a strong defense, they have allowed as few as three goals in their last five games, and such a laudable defense can be expected here; a Braga win or draw combined with the total under 3.5 should be enough to surface

• X2 & TU 3.5 for 1.75
• Corners - Under 10 for 2.25
• Goals - Under 2.5 for 1.91