Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(36) 29 Goals 6 (10)
(24) 15 Assists 2 (2)
(6.7) 7 Average Ratings 6.5 (6.4)
22.6 Average Age 26.9
180.8 Average Height (cm) 183.1
(1) 1.2 Shots pg 0.7 (0.8)
(49%) 46% Aerial Duel Success 52% (47%)
(0.5) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Porto
Boavista
Player Reason Status Rating
Iván Marcano Out N/A
João Mário Out 6.98
Marko Grujic Out 6.47
Francisco Moura Out 7.04
Player Reason Status Rating
Luís Pires Out N/A
João Gonçalves Out 6.55
Joel Silva Doubtful 6.71
Róbert Bozeník Doubtful 6.36

Team News

Porto
Boavista
  • Francisco Moura will miss out due to a sprained ankle, meaning that Galeno will likely start at left-back once again.
  • Rodrigo Mora put in a wonderful display last weekend, with a goal and an assist, and will push for a start here.
  • Bozenik suffered a back injury last time around and is a doubt for Saturday.
  • Joel Silva is also an injury concern which could force Bacci to opt for Camará in the Boavista engine room.

Match FactsSponsored

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FC Porto have won 18 of their last 20 matches against Boavista in all competitions.
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FC Porto have scored at least 2 goals in 9 of their last 11 matches (Liga Portugal).
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FC Porto have kept a clean sheet in 5 of their last 7 matches (Liga Portugal).

Prediction

  • FC Porto returned to their convincing form last weekend by beating Moreirense 3-0. They'll be motivated for this game as they'll be looking to capitalise on the derby between Benfica and Sporting to reach the top of the league.
  • Boavista once again demonstrated their defensive solidity last weekend by holding AVS to a goalless draw. Still, they'll have to start getting good results to escape their delicate position at the bottom of the table.
  • The Porto derby usually offers up very interesting matches, based on the grit and determination of both side. The technique, however, has prevailed lately and, with that in mind, it's expected that FC Porto will come out on top.
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