Alverca will be hosting Famalicao in a crucial Primeira Liga match on Sunday as they look to break their losing streak. It has been a challenging season for Alverca, who are back in the top flight for the first time since 2004. With just five wins in 16 games and 17 points to their name, they currently sit in 12th place, just four points above the relegation playoff spot.
After registering consecutive victories against Casa Pia and Nacional a few weeks ago, Alverca’s fortunes took a turn for the worse as they suffered three straight defeats in the league. Arouca kicked off their slide with a 1-0 win over Alverca, followed by a 3-0 loss to Porto and a 4-1 defeat against Estoril Praia in their most recent outing.
On the other hand, Famalicao has fared slightly better than their upcoming opponents, collecting six points more. However, they too have hit a rough patch, losing three of their last four matches, including their last two fixtures. After a surprising 4-0 win over Estoril Praia, Famalicao was knocked out of the Taca de Portugal by Porto and suffered defeats against Benfica and Estrela Amadora in the league.
This will only be the second official meeting between Alverca and Famalicao, with Famalicao emerging victorious in their previous encounter in the Taca de Portugal. Both teams are currently struggling, but Famalicao’s solid defensive record in the Primeira Liga makes them the favorites in this clash. Alverca’s leaky defense could prove to be their downfall in this match.
Prediction: Alverca 1-2 Famalicao
Betting Tips:
– Tip 1: Famalicao to win
– Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals
– Tip 3: Both teams to score
Overall, Famalicao is expected to come out on top in this fixture. It will be a closely contested match, but Famalicao’s defensive solidity should give them the edge over Alverca.
