Vizela vs Sporting CP 18.01.2024 Prediction: Liga Portugal

Match Overview

Vizela have one of their most challenging tasks on their hands when they host Sporting CP at the Estadio do Vizela in a match in the Liga Portugal on Thursday. The visiting side have a much bigger legacy than the hosts do, and this will allow them to attract supporters to the ground. However, Sporting will have to play well in order to challenge Vizela's defence.  

Key Highlights 

It must be remembered that Vizela are ranked 18th in goals scored per match (0.9 goals). One of their top players, Samuel Essende, has the most shots on target per match for Vizela (1.2). What will also give them a lot of confidence is that their primary creator Tomás Silva has created the most big chances for Vizela (4). This should keep Sporting wary.  

Injury Report

The likes of Jerry St Juste and Ivan Fresneda have been ruled out with injuries for Sporting CP. Vizela, on the other hand, do not have any major absentees in their squad, and that is a huge blessing.

Prediction

Ranked 1st in goals scored per match (2.4 goals), Sporting CP haven't lost to Vizela in their last 6 meetings (6 wins). Marcus Edwards is ranked 2 in big chances created in the competition (10), and he will be keen on continuing on the same vein of form in this game. Sporting appear to be the downright favourites to win this game, and we expect them to win it quite comfortably.