Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(70) 31 Goals 28 (62)
(49) 24 Assists 22 (46)
(6.6) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.9 (6.7)
28.3 Average Age 23.2
178.8 Average Height (cm) 181.3
(1.1) 1.1 Shots pg 1.3 (1)
(50%) 47% Aerial Duel Success 52% (52%)
(0.5) 0.5 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.9)
(1) 1 Tackles pg 1 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Braga
Porto
No missing players.
Player Reason Status Rating
Zaidu Sanusi Out 6.61
Iván Marcano Out 7.09
Pepe Doubtful 6.71

Team News

Braga
Porto
  • Paulo Oliveira returns to action and should start at the heart of the defense.
  • Rony Lopes scored a wonderful goal last weekend and will push for a start out wide, despite Djaló' return.
  • Abel Ruiz and Banza will be in competition to start upfront.
  • Taremi could lead the line on his last dance with FC Porto.
  • Martim Fernandes has had decent performances, but he might return to the bench here as João Mário is fully recovered.
  • Pepe is a doubt for Saturday, which could mean that Otávio and Zé Pedro will feature at the the heart of the defense once again.

Prediction

  • A late goal from Ronny Lopes gave SC Braga a huge 3-2 win over rivals Vitória SC that should boost confidence levels among Rui Duarte' men. A win on Saturday will grant them 3rd place.
  • FC Porto also got a win at the late stages of match against a rival as they came from behind to beat Boavista by 2-1. However, they were far from convincing and will do everything they can to avoid falling into an embarrassing 4th place.
  • The visitors have much more to lose and should be pressured here. SC Braga might capitalise on that and, playing in front of their supporters, they could beat the Dragons.
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