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Vitória SC welcomes Sporting CP to Estádio Dom Afonso Henriques for this Liga Portugal Betclic showdown. With kickoff at 20:45 UTC, fans worldwide can track live scores and detailed statistics. Vitória ranks 7th with solid home form, including a recent 4-0 win over AVS, while Sporting's attack has been lethal, boasting 38 goals in 15 matches.
Sporting CP's predicted lineup in a 4-2-3-1 features Rui Silva in goal, Goncalo Inácio in defense, and forwards like Maximiliano Araujo and Luis Suárez up top. Suárez's 11 goals make him a standout. Vitória will counter with their top scorer Nelson Oliveira and strong midfield presence.
Weather conditions are mild at around 45°F with light winds, setting the stage for flowing football. Community predictions lean towards Sporting, but Vitória's home crowd could spark an upset.
Recent Form and Key Stats
Vitória SC's recent results include a 1-0 away win over Rio Ave, a 0-0 draw at home to Gil Vicente, and a dominant 4-0 victory against AVS. They've scored 17 goals but conceded 17, with 5 clean sheets highlighting defensive resilience. Nelson Oliveira leads with 3 goals.
Sporting CP is in top form, thrashing AVS 6-0 at home before a 3-1 loss to Manchester United. Draws and wins like 4-0 over Estoril keep them 2nd. Luis Suárez's 11 goals and 10.3 xG underline their attacking prowess, with 107 shots on goal this season.
Team stats show Sporting with superior goals for (38 vs 17) and fewer concessions (7 vs 17). Vitória's 49 shots on goal indicate potential, especially at home.
Head-to-Head and Predictions
Historically, these sides have played competitive matches, meeting twice last season. Sofascore tracks full H2H, including past results and player ratings. Sporting often edges encounters, but Vitória has home wins in recent memory.
Predictions favor Sporting due to their league position and form, though Vitória's home record adds intrigue. Key battles include Sporting's attack vs Vitória's defense. Watch for cards, corners, and big chances in live stats.
Follow via apps for real-time updates on scorers, possession, and duels. This match could impact the top-four race significantly.