Braga have won their last 5 matches against Portimonense in all competitions. Portimonense have lost their last 3 matches (Liga NOS). There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Portimonense's last 6 home games (Liga NOS). Portimonense have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 home matches against Braga in all competitions. There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Braga's last 3 away games (Liga NOS). Portimonense have lost with a 1 goal margin in their last 3 matches (Liga NOS).
Portimonense SC were defeated by Boavista FC last weekend and are not yet safe from relegation. Paulo Sérgio's men, however, only need a draw in order to stay up. SC Braga were able to claim a late win from against Moreirense FC thanks to a penalty, which should have been a morale booster since they were winless in four matches prior to that. Carlos Carvalhal's men, however, have nothing to fight for and will have their minds on Sunday's Portuguese Cup final, which could work in Portimonense SC's favour. 2:1
Other than Lucas Fernandes, Paulo Sérgio has a full squad to pick from. Fali Candé might have the nod over Koki Anzai here. Ewerton made an impact from the bench and will push for a start on Wednesday. Iuri Medeiros and David Carmo will miss out through injury. Tiago Sá, Zé Carlos, Borja, André Horta, João Novais and Lucas Piazón will hope to feature from the outset as Carlos Carvalhal is expected to rotate heavily.