Nacional vs Braga Prediction & Tips | Liga Portugal | FootballTips.app
Nacional
HomeFull Time
1 - 2
HT: 0 - 1
Saturday 28 February
Braga
AwayNacionalTimelineBraga
1st Half
Zalazar R. (Victor P.)
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11'
Grillitsch F.
13'
Matheus Dias
26'
Horta R.
28'
2nd Half
Oliveira P.Out: Barisic A.
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46'
Paulinho Boia (Sousa A.)
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59'
Dorgeles M.Out: Martinez G.
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67'
Moutinho J.Out: Grillitsch F.
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67'
Rodrigues D.
72'
Silva J.Out: Sousa A.
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74'
WitiOut: Gabriel Veron
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74'
Vallier L.
77'
Tiknaz D. E.Out: Rodrigues D.
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84'
Navarro F.Out: Victor P.
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84'
Zalazar R.(Penalty)
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90+6'
Pablo RuanOut: Vallier L.
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90+7'
Joao L.Out: Liziero
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90+8'
Top stats
0.97Expected goals (xG)2.48
37%Ball possession63%
14Total shots20
5Shots on target8
0Big chances2
3Corner kicks6
74% (255/344)Passes85% (499/586)
2Yellow cards3
Shots
0.97Expected goals (xG)2.48
1.06xG on target (xGOT)3.47
14Total shots20
5Shots on target8
3Shots off target7
6Blocked shots5
10Shots inside the box16
4Shots outside the box4
2Hit the woodwork2
Attack
0Big chances2
3Corner kicks6
24Touches in opposition box36
0Accurate through passes0
0Offsides1
15Free kicks15
Passes
74% (255/344)Passes85% (499/586)
40% (28/70)Long passes44% (21/48)
43% (43/99)Passes in final third79% (125/159)
30% (3/10)Crosses35% (7/20)
1.26Expected assists (xA)1.60
20Throw ins19
Defense
15Fouls15
43% (6/14)Tackles62% (8/13)
44Duels won53
21Clearances22
7Interceptions10
1Errors leading to shot1
0Errors leading to goal0
Goalkeeping
6Goalkeeper saves4
3.47xGOT faced1.06
1.47Goals prevented0.06
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AI Prediction
verified High Confidence
15.69
X4.23
21.58
Recommended Bet
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Away Win
Stake: Medium (7/10)
74
Opp. Value
Key Factors
⚠️ Using limited statistical data
Attack Quality: Home 34% on target vs Away 40% on target
Standings: Home GD -7 (21pts) vs Away GD +26 (42pts)
👍 GOOD OPPORTUNITY (74)
donut_small Win Probabilities
11%
Nacional Win
12%
Draw
77%
Braga Win
Nacional
Draw
Braga
Match Preview
Nacional Madeira and Sporting Braga are set to clash in a Liga Portugal match at Estádio da Madeira on February 28, 2026.
The encounter will see Nacional Madeira, positioned 14th with 21 points, face off against Sporting Braga, who currently sits in 4th place with 42 points.
Nacional Madeira has been struggling, with a 67% loss rate in their last 6 matches, while Sporting Braga has been in impressive form, securing 5 wins in their recent 6 Liga Portugal fixtures.
In their head-to-head history, Nacional Madeira has faced challenges, losing 5 out of their last 6 encounters against Sporting Braga in the league.
Given the contrasting form of the two teams, this matchup promises to be an intriguing battle, with both sides aiming to make a mark on the pitch.
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals.
compareTeam Comparison
Based on 3 / 23 matchesNacionalvsBraga
1.33Goals / Match2.09
0.67Conceded / Match0.96
1Clean Sheets9
63.8%Possession %63.1%
79.1%Pass Accuracy %87.4%
sports_soccerGoals & Scoring
4Goals Scored48
2Goals Conceded22
1Clean Sheets9
0Penalty Goals11
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38Total Shots295
swap_horizPassing & Possession
63.8%Avg Possession63.1%
1,217Total Passes13,901
79.1%Pass Accuracy87.4%
shieldDefending
93Interceptions166
7Saves51
40.7%Duels Won51.4%
gavelDiscipline
35Fouls264
8Yellow Cards43
0Red Cards2
6Offsides29
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23Corners125
53Successful Dribbles158
League Standings Context
For Nacional
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Casa Pia AC | 23 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 22 |
| 14 | Nacional Madeira | 23 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 21 |
| 15 | Rio Ave | 23 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 20 |
For Braga
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | SL Benfica | 23 | 16 | 7 | 0 | 55 |
| 4 | Sporting Braga | 23 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 42 |
| 5 | Gil Vicente | 23 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 40 |
Advanced Stats (Avg per match)
39.8/ 89.6
Dangerous Attacks
58.9/ 112.8
34.0%
Shots on Target
40.0%
12.0
Total Shots
12.1
46.0%
Possession
61.0%
Team Performance (Avg)
1.3
Goals Scored / Match
2.0
1.6
Goals Conceded / Match
0.8
Head-to-Head Summary
1
Nacional Wins
17%
1
Draws
17%
4
Braga Wins
67%
Total H2H Matches: 6
Recent Form Stats
| Market | Nacional | Braga |
|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 76%19/25 | 128%32/25 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 56%14/25 | 104%26/25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60%15/25 | 76%19/25 |
* Based on last 25 matches
Past Matches
Last 6: Nacional
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
0 - 1
Porto
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
0 - 0
Casa Pia AC
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
4 - 0
Rio Ave
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
3 - 3
Santa Clara
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
3 - 1
CD Tondela
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
1 - 2
SL Benfica
Home Games: Nacional
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
0 - 1
Porto
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
0 - 0
Casa Pia AC
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
4 - 0
Rio Ave
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
3 - 3
Santa Clara
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
3 - 1
CD Tondela
Pt1
Nacional Madeira
1 - 2
SL Benfica
Last 6: Braga
Pt1
Gil Vicente
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
Pt1
AVS
0 - 4
Sporting Braga
UEL
Go Ahead Eagles
0 - 0
Sporting Braga
Pt1
CD Tondela
0 - 1
Sporting Braga
PtC
AD Fafe
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
PtC
Vitória
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
Away Games: Braga
Pt1
Gil Vicente
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
Pt1
AVS
0 - 4
Sporting Braga
UEL
Go Ahead Eagles
0 - 0
Sporting Braga
Pt1
CD Tondela
0 - 1
Sporting Braga
PtC
AD Fafe
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
PtC
Vitória
2 - 1
Sporting Braga
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