Famalicao will look to continue their fine form as they take on Liga Portugal leaders Sporting Lisbon at Jose Alvalade Stadium on Saturday, 15 March 2025. View our free Sporting Lisbon vs Famalicao predictions below.
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Sporting Lisbon vs Famalicao predictions: Visitors to hold their own
Key stats
- Famalicao kept six clean sheets in their last seven matches.
- Sporting Lisbon have won seven consecutive meetings between these teams.
- At least three goals were scored in five of Sporting Lisbon’s last seven games.
Correct score prediction: Sporting Lisbon 2-1 Famalicao
Although Famalicao did not concede in six of their last seven games, preventing Sporting Lisbon from scoring is easier said than done. The league leaders have scored three goals in back-to-back games and were on the scoresheet in 10 consecutive league matches.
Moreover, Sporting were the victors in seven consecutive encounters between these sides. They won four of their last five meetings by a one-goal margin, two of which ended 2-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Sporting are clear favourites
- HOME: 1/3 (1.33) – 75%
- DRAW: 17/4 (5.25) – 19%
- AWAY: 15/2 (8.50) – 11.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
With a 3-1 victory at Casa Pia, Sporting CP extended their winning run to three games. Rui Borges' troops have a three-point lead at the top of the Primeira Liga table. They are a force to be reckoned with at home, winning 10 of 12 league matches at Jose Alvalade Stadium this season.
On the other hand, Famalicao have been a tough team to beat, losing only once in their last seven matches (W4, D2). With three wins in their last four games, the visitors will fancy their chances against Sporting.
At the time of writing, Sporting Lisbon are the expected winners at 1/3 (1.33). Teams with these odds usually have a 75% probability of winning.
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It is also worth noting that both teams were on the scoresheet in four of Famalicao’s last six trips to this stadium. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 11/10 (2.10). That one has a 47.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: A one-sided affair
Not only have Sporting won seven consecutive encounters between these teams, but they are also unbeaten in their last 10 clashes with Famalicao. The last time Sporting lost to Famalicao was in March 2020.
Portugal Primeira Liga 26/10/24
Famalicao
Sporting
Portugal Primeira Liga 16/04/24
Famalicao
Sporting
Portugal Primeira Liga 03/02/24
Famalicao
Sporting
Portugal Primeira Liga 27/08/23
Sporting
Famalicao
Portugal Primeira Liga 30/04/23
Sporting
Famalicao
Sporting Lisbon preview: No new injury concerns
Long-term absentees Pedro Goncalves and Jerry Juste could be back for this game. However, Daniel Braganca and Nuno Santos, with cruciate ligament injuries, are ruled out for the season.
Predicted lineup: Silva (GK), Inacio, Diomande, Esgaio, Fresneda, Hjulmand, Debast, Reis, Trincao, Quenda & Gyokeres.
Portugal Primeira Liga 10/05/25
D
Benfica
1
Sporting
1
Portugal Primeira Liga 04/05/25
W
Gil Vicente
1
Sporting
2
Portugal Primeira Liga 27/04/25
W
Boavista
0
Sporting
5
Portugal Cup 22/04/25
W
Rio Ave
1
Sporting
2
Portugal Primeira Liga 18/04/25
W
Moreirense
1
Sporting
3
Famalicao preview: A clean bill of health
As for Famalicao, there are no injured or suspended players ahead of their trip to the capital.
Predicted lineup: Carevic (GK), Pinheiro, Mihaj, De Haas, Soares, Sa, Van De Looi, De Amorim, Sorriso, Sejk & Aranda.
Portugal Primeira Liga 10/05/25
L
Santa Clara
2
Famalicao
1
Portugal Primeira Liga 03/05/25
L
SC Farense
2
Famalicao
1
Portugal Primeira Liga 25/04/25
D
Braga
1
Famalicao
1
Portugal Primeira Liga 18/04/25
L
FC Porto
2
Famalicao
1
Portugal Primeira Liga 12/04/25
W
Estoril
0
Famalicao
3
Player to watch: Victor Gyokeres
Victor Gyokeres opened the scoring in the reverse fixture. The Swedish forward is the league's top scorer with 27 goals in 24 appearances. Gyokeres has scored braces in his last two games and will fancy his chances against Famalicao.