Braga vs Rio Ave Prediction & Betting Tips - Liga Portugal

Prediction published on 26/12/2016, 22:00  by | Modified on 29/12/2016 at 03:29 in Liga Portugal Predictions

Sporting Braga and Rio Ave Futebol Clube will meet this weekend as they both seekto rise up the Portuguese Primeira Liga. The hosts are currently ranked thirdin the league after 15 rounds of matches, of which they have won 10, drawn twoand lost three. Rio are sixth on the standings, after seven wins, two draws andsix losses. Braga is a tough side at home, having only lost three of their past12 matches at the Estádio Municipal de Braga across all competitions. Rio Avehave had a less-than-impressive away run, winning only three of their past 12away matches in all competitions. Sporting Braga boss José Peseiro might have to do without dependable center-forwadNikola Stojiljkovic, who picked a muscle injury in their last outing. Defensivemidfielder Mauro remains a long-term injury as he recuperates from a rupturedknee ligament.  Luis Castro might nothave right wing Jose Lionn, who picked an injury on December 19 available for selection and Leandrinho remainsa long-term injury, with his ruptured knee ligament expected to keep him awayuntil mid February. Goals will be scored in this match by both teams, with thehosts taking home full points. Over 2.5 goals is also a safe prediction.