Liga Portugal 1 - Vitoria Guimaraes VS Gil Vicente Prediction

Liga Portugal 1  -  Vitoria Guimaraes VS Gil Vicente
Match Time:03-12-2024 02:45 Tuesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Vitoria SC Guimaraes will host Gil Vicente Barcelos at the Dom Afonso Henriques Stadium in a Primeira Liga clash. Guimaraes is currently positioned in the mid-tier of the league standings with a record of 5 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws from 11 matches, boasting a solid home performance. They have scored 12 goals while conceding 11, indicating a balanced approach to both defense and attack. The team has demonstrated resilience, especially in home fixtures, and will be looking to leverage this advantage against Gil Vicente.

Gil Vicente, on the other hand, has had a challenging season with only 2 wins, 5 losses, and 4 draws from their 11 matches. Currently sitting lower in the standings, Gil Vicente has scored 14 goals but has also allowed 19, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. They will need to improve their away performance, having lost their last four fixtures against Guimaraes.

Head-to-Head
The historical encounters between Guimaraes and Gil Vicente show a competitive balance, with both teams winning 5 of their last 11 meetings and 1 draw. The average goals per match in these encounters is 3.45, indicating a tendency for high-scoring games. The most recent match ended in a 3-1 victory for Guimaraes, reinforcing their home advantage.

Prediction
Considering the current form and head-to-head statistics, Vitoria SC Guimaraes is favored to win this match. They have a strong home record and are expected to capitalize on Gil Vicente's struggles, particularly in away games. A prediction of Guimaraes winning seems likely, along with the expectation that both teams may find the back of the net given their scoring trends. Additionally, Guimaraes has consistently scored in the second half of their recent matches against Gil Vicente, making it plausible to expect them to score again in this match. Thus, a scoreline of 2-1 in favor of Guimaraes is a reasonable forecast for this encounter.

Pick: Vitoria Guimaraes Win