Portugal Primeira Liga Predictions

Rio Ave

Rio Ave

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

21 September 2024

15:30

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Estoril

Estoril

Following a 1-0 loss to AVS, Rio Ave will look to return to winning ways in Primera Division when they take on Estoril on Matchday 6. Os Rioavistas aim to keep their 100% record at home intact and they are surely capable of matching Estoril at their Estadio do Rio Ave. Patrick William is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while there are no fresh injury worries in... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 September 2024 at 15:30

Nacional

Nacional

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2024

20:15

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Braga

Braga

Nacional and Braga square off against each other at Estadio de Madeira in the opening match of the Primeira Liga round 6. Nacional continue with their old habit of producing fine displays at home, while struggling on the travels. Os Alvinegros defeated Farense 2-0 in their last home game, but they are still seen as underdogs in Friday’s encounter with Braga. As important d... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2024 at 20:15

Estrela

Estrela

Prediction:
NA

Match Time & Date:

16 September 2024

20:15

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Boavista

Boavista

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This match will be played on 16 September 2024 at 20:15

Braga

Braga

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2024

20:30

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Guimaraes

Guimaraes

Braga and Guimaraes take on each other at Estadio Municipal de Braga in what is expected to be one of the most exciting games of Sunday’s program. Braga aim to regain their spot in top four and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach against Os Conquistadores. All Joao Moutinho, Robson Bambu, and Paulo Oliveira are sidelined with injuries, while Joe ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2024 at 20:30

Estoril

Estoril

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2024

18:00

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Nacional

Nacional

Estadio Antonio Coimbra da Mota will host Sunday’s football game between Estoril and Nacional, the two bottom-table sides. Estoril are eager to put an end to their four-game winless run and they are likely to go all guns blazing at Nacional. Even though there are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of Sunday’s clash, talented defender Pedro Carvalho is widely ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2024 at 18:00

Porto

Porto

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2024

15:30

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Farense

Farense

Porto and Farense face each other in a David-vs-Goliath clash at Estadio do Dragao on day 5 of the new Primeira Liga campaign. The Dragons are on a quest to regain Primeira Liga trophy and they will not have a better chance than this to make amends for a 2-0 loss to Sporting CP. Canada midfielder Stephen Eustaquio is pushing for a start, while both Ivan Marcano and Fabio Vie... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2024 at 15:30

Famalicao

Famalicao

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2024

20:30

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Gil Vicente

Gil Vicente

Famalicao will be looking to get back on course when they host Gil Vicente in the Primeira Liga. After securing three consecutive victories, Famalicao's momentum was stopped by a 2-1 loss to Guimaraes before the international break. With the break behind them, Armando Evangelista’s men will be eager to return to winning ways in front of home fans, especially with a fully f... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2024 at 20:30

Benfica

Benfica

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2024

20:30

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Santa Clara

Santa Clara

After dropping two points in a 1-1 draw with Moreirense, Benfica will look to return to winning ways in Primeira Liga when they take on Santa Clara on Matchday 5. The Eagles aim to keep their 100% record at home intact and they have no other option but to go all guns blazing at Santa Clara. Angel Di Maria is likely to keep his place in the starting XI, while the likes of Tia... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2024 at 20:30

AVS

AVS

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2024

18:00

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Rio Ave

Rio Ave

Estadio do CD das Aves will host Saturday’s football game between AVS and Rio Ave, the two mid-table sides. AVS aim to recover from a 2-1 loss to Santa Clara and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against Os Rioavistas. Midfielder Lucas Moura remains on the sidelines with injury, but he should be the only absentee in the home team. Luis Freire’s men, on the other ha... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2024 at 18:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
17 October 2025 • 10:44 UTC • 1 min read
Portugal Primeira Liga Predictions

Weekly Portugal Primeira Liga Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly Portugal Primeira Liga tips across the most popular football betting markets, including Correct Score, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

Portugal Primeira Liga Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
AlvercaAlvercaGil VicenteGil Vicente24/10/2025, 20:15
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Santa ClaraSanta ClaraAFSAFS25/10/2025, 18:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
EstrelaEstrelaRio AveRio Ave25/10/2025, 20:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BenficaBenficaAroucaArouca25/10/2025, 20:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
FamalicaoFamalicaoGuimaraesGuimaraes26/10/2025, 15:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
EstorilEstorilNacionalNacional26/10/2025, 15:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
TondelaTondelaSportingSporting26/10/2025, 18:00
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
BragaBragaCasa PiaCasa Pia26/10/2025, 20:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MoreirenseMoreirensePortoPorto27/10/2025, 20:15
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win

Portugal Primeira Liga Outrights Tips for 2025/2026 Season

Outright betting in the Portugal Primeira Liga focuses on long-term outcomes. The most followed outright markets for the Primeira Liga include To Win the League, To Be Relegated, and To Finish as Top Scorer. Bets in these markets reward careful evaluation of squad depth, transfer activity, and consistency across a demanding 34-match campaign.

Portugal Primeira Liga Outrights Tips for 2025_2026 Season

Who will win the Portugal Primeira Liga this season?

Priced at 2/1 (33.3%) by most major bookmakers, Benfica are the leading contender to win the Primeira Liga in 2025/26, thanks to their blend of fresh signings and managerial pedigree — giving them a clear advantage.

Benfica’s summer recruitment highlights their intent to reclaim domestic supremacy in the Portugal Primeira Liga. The club signed Dodi Lukebakio from Sevilla in September 2025 in a deal worth around £17 million plus bonuses, making him one of the marquee additions of the window. Lukebakio’s pace and versatility strengthen Benfica’s forward line, while Richard Rios’s arrival from Palmeiras adds midfield balance between creativity and defensive stability. Manager José Mourinho brings proven experience in handling high expectations and competitive pressure. Mourinho’s leadership, combined with Benfica’s focused recruitment, positions the club as a leading contender for the 2025/26 Primeira Liga title.

Who is most likely to be relegated from the Portugal Primeira Liga this season?

In the 2025/26 Primeira Liga, Alverca and Tondela appear to be the two sides most at risk of relegation. Alverca face the challenge of inexperience at the top level and a lack of high-profile players, while Tondela suffer from a weak attack and persistent difficulties away from home.

More information about the 2 main candidates for relegation from the Portugal Primeira Liga follows below.

  • Alverca. Back in the Primeira Liga after consecutive promotions, Alverca face an uphill battle to adapt to top-flight competition and avoid relegation from Primeira Liga. Only four players from their promotion-winning squad remain, and the newly appointed head coach has no previous experience managing in Portugal’s top division, raising concerns about Alverca’s stability and tactical readiness.
  • Tondela. Tondela is at serious risk of relegation from Portugal Primeira due to persistent defensive issues, conceding a goal every 51 minutes and averaging 1.75 goals against per game. Their back line often loses structure late in matches, turning narrow contests into defeats and keeping them near the danger zone.

Who is most likely to finish as Top Scorer in the Portugal Primeira Liga this season?

Samuel “Samu” Omorodion Aghehowa from FC Porto looks set to challenge for the Primeira Liga top scorer title thanks to his blend of physical strength, agility, and proven goal-scoring record. In 2023/24 Aghehowa was Alavés’ top scorer in La Liga, scoring 8 goals in 34 appearances. These achievements underline his ability to deliver consistently at a high level. Samu’s dominance in aerial duels and his versatility in scoring with both feet make him a constant threat from open play and set pieces alike. His combination of athleticism and finishing pedigree makes him the likeliest candidate for the Primeira Liga’s top scorer title in 2025/26.

Portugal Primeira Liga Betting Stats and Data

To guide our Portugal Primeira Liga tips and betting advice, we track five years of statistical trends from Portugal’s top division. These datasets cover home wins, away wins, draws, goals per game, and BTTS rates. Primeira Liga shares several performance trends with La Liga (Primera División), particularly in the importance of home advantage and the influence of tactical discipline on goal averages. These long-term patterns ensure our Primeira Liga previews are grounded in reliable betting data rather than short-term swings in form.

Portugal Primeira Liga Stats (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.35
Away Teams 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.54
35.4 min/Goal (183 Goals in 72 matches)
63% Clean Sheets (45 times out of 72 matches)
44% Both Teams Scored (32 times out of 72 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 36%
Draw 28%
Away Win 36%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 93%
Over 1.5 79%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 22%
Over 4.5 7%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 7%
Under 1.5 21%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 78%
Under 4.5 93%
Liga NOS Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 24.46
Shots / Match (Home) 12.82
Shots / Match (Away) 11.64
Fouls Per Match 28.65
Fouls / Match (Home) 14.17
Fouls / Match (Away) 14.49
Offsides Per Match 3.46
Players Participated 483

Portugal Primeira Liga Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Porto 8 7 1 0 19 1 +18 22 WWWWD
2 Sporting CP 8 6 1 1 20 5 +15 19 LWWWD
3 Benfica 8 5 3 0 13 4 +9 18 DWDWD
4 Gil Vicente 8 5 1 2 10 4 +6 16 WWWLW
5 Moreirense FC 8 5 0 3 12 11 +1 15 LWLWL
6 Famalicão 8 3 4 1 8 4 +4 13 WLDDD
7 Vitória Guimarães 8 3 2 3 9 12 -3 11 DWDLW
8 Sporting Braga 8 2 4 2 12 8 +4 10 DLDLD
9 Alverca 8 3 1 4 11 12 -1 10 LWLWW
10 CD Nacional 8 3 1 4 9 12 -3 10 WLLWW
11 FC Arouca 8 2 3 3 10 19 -9 9 DLWLD
12 Rio Ave FC 8 1 5 2 11 13 -2 8 LLDDW
13 Santa Clara 8 2 2 4 6 10 -4 8 WDWLL
14 Casa Pia 8 2 2 4 8 13 -5 8 LWDLD
15 Estrela Amadora 8 1 4 3 6 8 -2 7 DLDWL
16 GD Estoril Praia 8 1 3 4 10 13 -3 6 LWLLD
17 CD Tondela 8 1 2 5 4 14 -10 5 DLDWL
18 AVS 8 0 1 7 5 20 -15 1 LLLLL

Portugal Primeira Liga Results

Date Match
03/10/2025, 19:15 Casa Pia 2 - 2 GD Estoril Praia
04/10/2025, 14:30 Gil Vicente 2 - 0 Estrela Amadora
04/10/2025, 14:30 CD Nacional 3 - 2 Moreirense FC
04/10/2025, 17:00 AVS 1 - 3 Alverca
04/10/2025, 19:30 Vitória Guimarães 2 - 1 Santa Clara
05/10/2025, 14:30 FC Arouca 1 - 1 Famalicão
05/10/2025, 16:30 Rio Ave FC 3 - 0 CD Tondela
05/10/2025, 18:15 Sporting CP 1 - 1 Sporting Braga
05/10/2025, 20:15 Porto 0 - 0 Benfica

Portugal Primeira Liga Fixtures

Date Match
24/10/2025, 19:15 Alverca - Gil Vicente
25/10/2025, 17:00 Santa Clara - AVS
25/10/2025, 19:30 Estrela Amadora - Rio Ave FC
25/10/2025, 19:30 Benfica - FC Arouca
26/10/2025, 15:30 Famalicão - Vitória Guimarães
26/10/2025, 15:30 GD Estoril Praia - CD Nacional
26/10/2025, 18:00 CD Tondela - Sporting CP
26/10/2025, 20:30 Sporting Braga - Casa Pia
27/10/2025, 20:15 Moreirense FC - Porto

What are Portugal Primeira Liga Predictions?

Portugal Primeira Liga predictions are expert assessments of likely outcomes across the country’s top league. Our Primeira Liga predictions extend to outright markets such as the title race and relegation fight, as well as weekly bets like match winners and total goals. Using statistical models and recent form, our football prediction team helps give Primeira Liga punters a sharper edge when betting across the season.

How are Portugal Primeira Liga Predictions determined?

Our analysts create accurate Portugal Primeira Liga predictions through a structured approach that combines statistical analysis, tactical insight, and betting market evaluation, designed for the particular dynamics of Portuguese football.

The 3 main steps behind our Portugal Primeira Liga forecasts are as follows.

  • Assessing form and underlying data
  • Weighing squad availability
  • Comparing analysis with betting markets
  1. Assessing form and underlying data. The first step in shaping accurate Portugal Primeira Liga predictions is analysing momentum and advanced metrics, including expected goals (xG), chance creation, and defensive records. This assessment allows our Primeira Liga predictions to reflect underlying team strength rather than surface-level results.
  2. Weighing squad availability. A second crucial step in shaping bankable Primeira Liga predictions is linking player availability to tactical impact. Understanding how injuries, suspensions, or transfers shift tactical systems helps clarify which outcomes are realistically likely, making our Primeira Liga predictions more accurate.
  3. Comparing analysis with betting markets. The final step in producing expert Portugal Primeira Liga predictions is to measure insights against bookmaker odds. Translating prices into implied probabilities makes it possible to identify mismatches between market perception and on-field reality, making our Primeira Liga predictions more accurate.

When are Portugal Primeira Liga Predictions released?

Primeira Liga predictions are released twice a week, every Tuesday at 12:30 AM London Time and again on midweek matchdays at 12:30 AM London Time, following the completion of the previous round. This schedule ensures that every forecast is based on the latest results, team news, and thorough expert analysis.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the Portugal Primeira Liga?

The three most appealing betting markets in the Portugal Primeira Liga are Home Wins, Over 1.5 Goals, and Clean Sheets. These markets stand out because they match the league’s core statistical patterns, which are a stable home advantage, a strong likelihood of matches producing at least two goals, and frequent clean sheets from leading clubs.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the Portugal Primeira Liga

More detail on the 3 most appealing markets to bet on for the Portugal Primeira League is given below.

  • Home Wins. Home advantage is a consistent factor in Portugal. Across the last five seasons, home wins have landed between 40% and 49%. By contrast, draws have ranged from 18% to 28% and away wins from 31% to 33%.
  • Over 1.5 Goals. Over 1.5 Goals is the most reliable goals market in the Primeira Liga. It has landed in 66% to 77% of matches over the last five years. With goals per game averaging between 2.42 and 2.87, low-scoring outcomes in the Primeira Liga are relatively rare.
  • Clean Sheets. Clean sheets have occurred in 53% to 64% of matches across the last five campaigns, which is high compared to many European leagues. For example, Sporting Clube de Portugal recorded 53% clean sheets in 2021/22, while SL Benfica achieved 62% in 2022/23, making the Clean Sheet market especially valuable when betting on Portugal’s leading teams.

The table below summarises the key Primeira League outcomes from the past five seasons across these three markets.

Season Home Wins Draws Away Wins Over 1.5 Goals Clean Sheets Avg. Goals / Match
2020/21 42% 25% 33% 72% 64% 2.42
2021/22 40% 28% 32% 77% 53% 2.64
2022/23 49% 18% 33% 66% 63% 2.49
2023/24 43% 25% 32% 77% 53% 2.87
2024/25 43% 26% 31% 74% 57% 2.57

Portugal Primeira Liga Season Guide

The 2025–26 Portugal Primeira Liga is the 92nd edition of the country’s top division. The Primeira Liga features 18 clubs, with newly promoted Alverca and Tondela joining from Liga Portugal 2, while Farense and Boavista were relegated. Sporting CP enter as two-time defending champions after securing their 21st league crown in 2024/25.

What Is the Format of the Portugal Primeira Liga 2025/26 Season?

The Primeira Liga has a standard double round-robin format, with each of the 18 teams playing 34 matches. The top four sides qualify for European tournaments, while the bottom two are relegated automatically to Liga Portugal 2. The 16th-placed club faces the third-placed side from Liga Portugal 2 in a two-legged relegation playoff to decide who plays in the top flight the following year.

What are the Start & End Dates for the Portugal Primeira Liga 2025/26?

The Portugal Primeira Liga 2025/26 season began on 9 August 2025 and will conclude on 17 May 2026, spanning just over nine months. Liga fixtures are played primarily on weekends, with occasional midweek rounds, while the calendar pauses for FIFA international breaks, the Taça de Portugal, and European competition commitments.

How are Portugal Primeira Liga Fixtures built up?

Portugal Primeira Liga fixtures are built up by Liga Portugal in coordination with clubs, broadcasters, and local authorities. The Liga schedule aims to balance fairness by preventing long runs of consecutive home or away matches. High-profile derbies such as Benfica vs Sporting CP or Porto vs Benfica are arranged in consultation with security services to manage crowd and travel logistics. Adjustments are made to accommodate clubs competing in UEFA (Union of European Football Associations) competitions and domestic cup ties.

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