Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Liga Portugal

Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP Preview

Tournament: Liga Portugal

Date: Saturday, March 29

Kick-off time: 18:00 GMT

Venue: Estadio Jose Gomes

Estrela Amadora are set to welcome table toppers Sporting CP in round 27 of the Liga Portugal action at the Estadio Jose Gomes, aiming to return to winning ways after failing to register a win in each of their last four matches.

Estrela Amadora have endured a tough season thus far and are languishing in the 15th spot in the overall standings, just one spot above the relegation zone level on points with AVS Futebol SAD. They are without a win in their last four matches having registered three draws and losing once. They suffered a defeat in the last match against Vitoria de Guimaraes but will be hoping to get back to winning ways here.

Sporting CP, on the other hand, are having a brilliant season as they occupy the top spot in Liga Portugal, level on points with Benfica but with a superior goal difference.

They have won their last three matches in the league scoring three goals in each of the encounters while also conceding one each. With the title race heating up, this is the moment where they need to win every match to become the champions. Victor Gyokeres is their top scorer with 28 goals who will again be in the spotlight due to his goalscoring prowess.

Estrela Amadora Team News

There are no such injury concerns in their squad as they prepare to take on the Portuguese giants. The front trio of Alan Ruiz, Chico Banza, and Fabio Ronaldo are expected to start again to provide a much-needed threat to the visitors.

Sporting CP Team News

Sporting CP will be without Maximiliano Araujo for this clash after he received a red card in the last match. Viktor Gyokeres is again expected to start here, given the form he is in, and will be joined by Trincao, who was outstanding the other night against Denmark for Portugal.

Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP Predicted Lineups

Estrela Amadora predicted lineup (3-4-3):

Goalkeeper: Andorinha

Defenders: Ferro, Lopes, Lima

Midfielders: Travassos, Moreiro, Keliano, Montoia

Attackers: Ruiz, Banza, Ronaldo

Sporting CP predicted lineup (3-4-3):

Goalkeeper: Silva

Defenders: Debast, Diomande, Matheus

Midfielders: Fresneda, Hjulmand, Morita, Quaresma

Attackers: Trincao, Gyokores, Quenda

Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP H2H Record

Estrela Amadora and Sporting CP have faced each other three times before this match, with Sporting winning all three matches.

Key players to watch in Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP

Miguel Lopes (Estrela Amadora)

Miguel Lopes has been one of the standout performers for the home side this season, putting in consistent performances in the heart of the defense to help the team bail out on occasions. The 38-year-old international has racked up 16 tackles, 18 interceptions, and also made 40 ball recoveries to help the team defensively this season. However, he will aim to open his account having yet to score a goal.

Viktor Gyorekes (Sporting CP)

Victor Gyokeres has been one of the most impressive strikers in Europe in the last two seasons and is already being courted by the big clubs who are lurking for his signature this summer.

This season, he has made 25 appearances for them in which he has scored 28 goals, as he leads the golden boot race for now. Gyokeres also has five assists to his name and has scored six goals in his last five matches while also providing two assists.

Estrela Amadora Vs Sporting CP Prediction

The home team hasn't been in great form recently and now faces a tough task against Sporting, who continue to impress everyone with their performances. We expect the visitors to secure the victory here, considering the performance and their recent record against the home team.

Predicted Score: Estrela Amadora 0-2 Sporting CP

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