Moreirense vs Sporting CP Prediction: The Lions Are Hungry For Three Points After A Rare Setback

Moreirense will welcome Sporting CP to the Parque Joaquim de Almeida Freitas in the 13th round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Moreirense

Form: LWLWW

Moreirense couldn't build up on their shock 2-1 home victory over FC Porto in the fourth round of the Taca de Portugal as they succumbed to a 3-2 away league defeat at the hands of Rio Ave on Saturday. This marked their second defeat in the league (W3).

After 12 games played with 18 points accumulated, Moreirense is positioned in eighth place in the standings and is seven points behind the top four while they've maintained a two-point cushion over ninth-placed Rio Ave.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Kewin; Pinto, Marcelo, Ponck, Frimpong; Tavares, Ismael; Asue, Martins, Antonisse; Schettine

Sporting CP

Form: LWWWW

Sporting CP is still trying to get used to life under new boss João Pereira after Ruben Amorim left for Manchester United. Their performance has taken a slight decline, and they come into this match on the back of a shocking 1-0 home defeat against Santa Clara over the weekend. 

However, they still find themselves in full control in the standings, boasting a three-point lead at the top after 12 games. Failure to secure a win here could see second-placed FC Porto narrow down the point gap to a manageable one point. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Kovacevic; Debast, Diomande, Reis; Quenda, Hjulmand, Braganca, Catamo; Trincao, Edwards; Gyokeres

Match Facts

• Moreirense is currently on a five-match unbeaten run when playing at home in the Primeira Liga.
• Sporting CP is currently on a six-match winning streak when playing away in the Primeira Liga.
• Moreirense averages 1.6 goals per game when playing at home, and Sporting CP averages 4 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 27 meetings, Moreirense has won 1 time, Sporting CP has won 19 times, and there have been 7 draws, with the goal difference being 52-21 in favor of Sporting CP. 

Expert Betting Tips

Putting aside their dominance in this fixture, Sporting CP have been unstoppable on the road this season. They are the only team in the league so far that has maintained a 100% record, and it's safe to say this is where most of their points come from.

Last weekend's result against Santa Clara was a shock for a team of their caliber, and I expect them to have an immediate response in this matchup where picking up maximum points could solidify their position at the top. Therefore, I recommend supporting them in the full-time market to win, combined with a total of over 1.5 goals.

• W2 & TO 1.5 for 1.6
• Anytime Goalscorer - Viktor Gyökeres for 1.90
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.07