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Braga host Sporting Lisbon in a Primeira Liga clash on Sunday, Nov 10, 2024, at the Estadio Braga Municipal. Sporting aim to maintain their 100% league record, while Braga look to bounce back from recent setbacks.

Fresh off a stunning 4-1 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League, Sporting Lisbon return to domestic action against Braga. With manager Ruben Amorim set for a move to Manchester United, this game marks his farewell at Sporting, making it a significant moment in his tenure.

Braga’s Recent Form
Braga’s European campaign has faltered with a draw against Elfsborg, leaving them winless in three Europa League outings. However, their domestic form has been relatively solid, with victories against Farense and Arouca in the Primeira Liga boosting their confidence. They currently sit fourth in the league, only two points behind Benfica. Despite this, a shaky European run might affect their momentum as they prepare to face a formidable Sporting side.

Sporting Lisbon’s Dominance
Under Amorim’s guidance, Sporting Lisbon have been impeccable, winning all 10 of their Primeira Liga matches this season. They have been relentless, scoring 35 goals and keeping seven clean sheets. Viktor Gyokeres’ hat-trick against Manchester City was a testament to his exceptional form, making him a player to watch in this fixture. Sporting’s defence, led by standout performances from Diomande and Quaresma, has been impenetrable, further solidifying their title challenge.

Head-to-Head
Sporting Lisbon have dominated recent meetings between the two sides, winning 11 of their last 20 encounters. Braga have struggled to impose themselves against the Leoes, with their last victory at home coming in 2021. However, Braga’s strong home form this season could pose a challenge for the league leaders.

Team News

Braga
Braga could welcome back Robson Bambu after his recent injury. However, Rodrigo Zalazar remains doubtful with a muscle problem. Key players like Alaa Bellaarouch and Moise Sahi Dion are sidelined, limiting Braga’s options in attack.

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Sporting Lisbon
Ruben Amorim faces a few selection headaches for his final game. Goncalo Inacio remains out with a thigh injury, while Nuno Santos continues his recovery from a ligament problem. Gyokeres is expected to lead the line after his heroics against Manchester City.

Predicted Lineups

Braga Possible Starting XI:
Lima; Oliveira, Ferreira, Bambu, Ribeiro; Horta, Carvalho; Bruma, Moutinho, Fernandes; El Ouazzani

Sporting Lisbon Possible Starting XI:
Israel; Diomande, Debast, Quaresma; Quenda, Hjulmand, Braganca, Araujo; Trincao, Goncalves, Gyokeres

Prediction

Given Sporting Lisbon’s current form and Braga’s struggles in Europe, it’s hard to look past an away win. Gyokeres is in exceptional form, and with Amorim looking to end his Sporting tenure on a high, the Leoes should secure all three points.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Sporting Lisbon 2-0 Braga.

• Both Teams to Score: No
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5
• Hot Stat: Sporting Lisbon have kept a clean sheet in 70% of their away matches this season.

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