The Portuguese Super Cup final will be a highly anticipated clash between Sporting CP and Porto on August 3, 2024 at the Estádio Municipal de Aveiro in Aveiro, Portugal.
Match Preview
Both teams have had impressive seasons, with Sporting CP winning the Primeira Liga title and Porto lifting the Portuguese Cup.
Sporting CP had an exceptional 2023/24 season, winning the Primeira Liga title with a 10-point advantage over rivals Benfica.
Key players like Pedro Goncalves and Viktor Gyokeres have been in excellent form, with Gyokeres scoring 43 goals and providing 14 assists in all competitions last season.
Sporting CP have had a solid pre-season, remaining unbeaten in their friendly matches against Athletic Bilbao, Sevilla, and Union SG.
Porto finished third in the Primeira Liga last season, missing out on Champions League qualification.
However, they have had an impressive pre-season, winning all eight of their friendly matches against various opponents.
Porto will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing league campaign and add to their impressive tally of 23 Super Cup titles.
However, their league form last season was disappointing, finishing 18 points behind champions Sporting CP.
Head to Head
Porto has historically dominated in previous meeting boasting 87 wins compared to Sportings 79 wins. 69 matches ended in a stalemate. Sporting has only won once in thier previous 5 meetings and at least 2 goals have scored in these 5 meet ups.
Injury and Suspension
Sporting CP have no injury or suspensions ahead of the match while Porto will be without left-back Zaidu Sanusi due to a serious cruciate ligament injury.
Prediction
This match is expected to be a close encounter between two well-matched teams.
Sporting CP’s impressive form last season could give them the edge, but Porto’s pre-season performances suggest they are ready to challenge for the title.
A close game with goals at both ends seems likely.
Betting Tips
Match Result: Sporting CP to win – The match result betting tip favors Sporting CP due to their strong home record and title-winning season.
Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 goals – The over 2.5 goals and both teams to score tips are based on the attacking nature of both teams and their recent head-to-head encounters.
Both Teams to Score: Yes
Handicap: Sporting CP -0.5 – The handicap tip gives Sporting CP a slight advantage, reflecting their status as the reigning champions.
