Moreirense vs Sporting CP Prediction 05.12.2024 | Primeira Liga

• Competition: Portugal - Primeira Liga
• Date: Thursday, 5th, December 2024
• Kickoff: 20:15 UK / 21:15 CEST
• Venue: Parque Joaquim de Almeida Freitas (Moreira de Conegos)

After suffering setbacks in recent outings, Sporting CP will be eager to get back on track as they visit Moreirense for Thursday's Primeira Liga action.

In their comeback campaign last year, Moreirense almost missed out on European football, finishing sixth, but this year's results show that their ambition to break into the top five is far from gone. Their climb to the top positions has faced a slight setback as a result of two defeats from their last three Primeira Liga matches, with one of those coming at the wekend when they slip to a last-gasp 2-3 loss at Rio Ave, staying eighth with 17 points on the board.

Ruben Amorim’s departure to Manchester United has had a negative impact on the Lisbon club, and the question now arises whether they will be able to find a suitable replacement for the managerial role. Despite their flawless performance on all fronts, the most loyal supporters of the club have faced a tough few days. First, the Lisbon Lions suffered a humiliating 1-5 loss to Arsenal, a blow they couldn't fully recover from, as just days later they were left shaken by a 0-1 defeat to Santa Clara.

Moreirense vs Sporting CP Betting Tips: BTTS

After painful back-to-back home defeats on two fronts, Sporting CP are determined to respond loudly, especially in attack, where they unexpectedly faltered last week, finishing their first scoreless match of the season. While they are still adapting to João Pereira's new system, it will be interesting to see how the Lions perform at Parque Joaquim de Almeida Freitas, a ground where none of Moreirense's rivals have left with a full set of points this season (W4 D2). Strengthened by their stronghome record, Cesar Peixoto's men will look to capitalize on Sporting's struggles after Amorim's departure and land another blow with their potent attacking line, which has scored six goals in their last three home victories. Still, Moreirense's backline will have a tough time stopping Sporting's relentless offense, which has been firing on all cylinders, netting an astonishing 24 goals in their past six Primeira Liga away games. In what should be a high-octane affair, supporting both teams to find the back of the net seems like a very sensible option.