Famalicão vs Casa Pia – News and Probable Lineups

Famalicao seeks to regain momentum in their quest for European qualification as they host Casa Pia at Vila Nova for the final match of the Primeira Liga’s matchday 23 on Monday.

The hosts, currently seventh in the table, have won just one of their three fixtures in February (L2), including a defeat last weekend where they lost 1-0 to Sporting Lisbon, one day following Casa Pia’s 3-2 victory over Arouca.

Match overview

Having shown improvement since their heavy loss to Gil Vicente earlier this month, Famalicao’s recent away defeat to Sporting felt frustrating, as it took a strike from Daniel Braganca in the 82nd minute to secure the win for Sporting.

Hugo Oliveira’s squad, who had previously defeated bottom team AVS, have now managed three wins in six matches during 2026 (L3), which positions them seventh in the Primeira Liga standings.

They are eight points away from the top four, five behind Braga in fifth, just one behind Moreirense in sixth, and one place above Vitoria de Guimaraes in eighth. With the Archbishops and the Conquerors set to face each other, alongside a challenging match for the Green and Whites against Sporting, the Vila Nova team could benefit from this round.

Aiming to handle their own affairs, Famalicao heads into the match with confidence due to their strong home record of three wins from four matches (L1), scoring at least three goals in each victory, while the only setback saw them net twice against Estoril.

They can also rely on their recent history in this matchup, having secured a win in their last encounter at Vila Nova, although that 2-1 victory remains their only triumph in the past four Primeira Liga clashes (D2, L1).

There is an increasing sense of positive momentum surrounding Casa Pia, who seem to have adjusted well to the strategies of their new head coach after a tough start, with Alvaro Pacheco’s debut resulting in a loss against Sporting.

The Geese have since maintained an unbeaten record over four matches (W2, D2), including a significant win against the then-unbeaten leaders Porto and last weekend’s match against Arouca, where a decisive penalty from Cassiano in the 45th minute played a crucial role.

With Casa Pia rising to 13th place, two points clear of 15th-placed Tondela, who won against Estrela Amadora in their corresponding matchday 23 fixture on Friday, they aim to increase their gap from the relegation zone.

However, their away form raises some concerns, as Casa Pia has lost three of their last five away fixtures (W1, D1), and a goalless draw against Nacional in round 21 means they have now gone scoreless in two consecutive away matches.

Team News

The absence of Mathias De Amorim last weekend was unexpected, as the midfielder was eligible to return after a prior suspension; his availability for Monday’s match remains in question.

Right-back Rodrigo Pinheiro is also uncertain after missing the last three matches, while long-term injury concern Oscar Aranda continues to recover from a knee injury.

For Casa Pia, veteran defender Jose Fonte remains sidelined as he continues his rehabilitation, and they may also be without Duplexe Tchamba, who has been absent since December.

Midfielder Seba Perez could miss a fifth consecutive match, and there is uncertainty regarding Kelian Nsona, who has been missing from the last two games.

The visitors will need to adjust for the suspensions of Gaizka Larrazabal and Cassiano due to accumulated yellow cards, which could see Andre Geraldes step in at right-back, while Dailon Livramento may lead the attack.

Famalicao probable starting XI:

Carevic; P Bondo, De Haas, Ba, Garcia; Van de Looi, P Santos; Dias, Sa, Sorriso; Elisor

Casa Pia probable starting XI:

Sequeira; Sousa, Goulart, Kaly; Geraldes, Ofori, Brito, Conte; Livolant, Livramento, Morais

Despite Casa Pia appearing to have found their rhythm under their new manager, their away performance remains a worry, and facing a determined Famalicao team at home only adds to the challenge.

Thus, we anticipate a competitive match in which both teams are likely to score, consistent with each of their last three encounters.