Portimonense vs Farense Prediction 11.01.2024

• Competition: Liga Portugal
• Date: 12.01.2024
• Kickoff: 20:15 UTC / 21:15 CET
• Venue: Estádio Municipal de Portimão (Portimão)

The latest 17th round of Liga Portugal will kick-off with a game between Portimonense and SC Farense. Despite this match likely being eclipsed by other more intriguing ones, it holds significant importance for both clubs.

Currently, Portimonense occupies the 16th spot in the table, having earned 15 points, just 4 more than bottom-placed Chaves. Since their victory against Chaves in the 11th round, the home team has not achieved any wins in the league. Post that match, they have only garnered a single point from seven games, which has set off alarm bells within the club. They suffered yet another defeat last week, this time against Rio Ave, who beat them 2:0. While they held their own in the first half, Portimonense’s energy levels dwindled in the second half, leading to a well-deserved victory for their opponents.

Conversely, SC Farense is exhibiting commendable performance in their comeback season at the topmost level of the contest. Presently, the visiting team holds a remarkable 7th place in the Liga Portugal table, however, their position is far from secure as the point gap between the two clubs is a mere 6 points. Farense succeeded in breaking an unfortunate streak of 5 successive games without a victory, with a narrow triumph over Gil Vicente in the previous round. The standout player of the match, earning the title of the team’s undoubted hero, was substitute player Vitor Goncalves. His spectacular goal during extra time not only roused the spectators but also clinched a crucial three points for his team.

Portimonense vs SC Farense pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS

Predicting the victor of this match is a challenging task due to numerous factors. However, one certainty is the anticipated strategic game-play and tactical maneuvering between the two teams and their respective coaches. The home team is more pressed to secure a win because of their current position in the league, while the visiting team, fueled by their recent victory, are also in search of a win. It’s probable that both teams will approach this match with caution, leading to a game with fewer open plays and more fouls and interruptions over time. The team that best adapts to this style of play will likely emerge victorious. These two clubs have a history of tough matches with few goals from prior seasons. It’s our prediction that this match will follow the same pattern.