Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(93) 64 Goals 34 (70)
(67) 45 Assists 27 (49)
(6.6) 7 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.6)
27 Average Age 28.6
181.2 Average Height (cm) 181.2
(1) 1.3 Shots pg 1.1 (1.1)
(54%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 48% (50%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Sporting
Braga
Player Reason Status Rating
Iván Fresneda Out 6.11
Ousmane Diomande Out 6.74
Player Reason Status Rating
Bruma Out 6.95

Team News

Sporting
Braga
  • Hide Morita is back available which will boost Amorim' options infield.
  • Adán get back his spot between the sticks after Franco Israel' start against União de Leiria.
  • Gyokeres got two goals and an assist last time around and will be full of confidence heading for Sunday' game.
  • Other than Bruma, SC Braga will be in full force for Sunday' match.
  • Saatçi is back after serving a match ban and will likely start at the heart of the defense.
  • Banza could feature upfront after being out on International Duty. However, Abel Ruiz is more likely to lead the line despite Braga' recent goal drought.

Prediction

  • Sporting CP are enjoying a delightful run of form as it was shown by their dominant performance in midweek against União de Leiria for the Portuguese Cup. They've scored 3 or more goals in 6 of the last 7 matches.
  • SC Braga got back to winning ways at home after beating Moreirense FC, but they were far from convincing. Artur Jorge' men seem to be suffering from a hangover after winning the league cup.
  • Both sides have met recently in the semi-finals of that competition, and SC Braga got the upper hand. However, given their runs of form, it's hard to imagine other scenario that an home win for Sunday's Clássico.
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