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The prediction and betting suggestion for Alverca vs Braga on 17 August 2025 indicates: Will both teams score? Yes — bet available.

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Alverca vs Braga on 17 August 2025 will take place in Alverca do Ribatejo, FC Alverca Sports Complex.

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Alverca vs Braga Prediction – Primeira Liga

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Check out the best predictions for Alverca vs Braga

Here you find the best prediction for ALVERCA vs BRAGA in the first league, alongside match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from previous matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Alverca and Braga.

Alverca

17 August 2025 – 17::00
First League
2025/2026
Normal Time – Round 2

Braga

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Alverca and Braga

The best prediction for Alverca vs Braga in the First League is that both teams will score. Given Alverca’s performance and the tight schedule for Sporting Braga, they may struggle to defend effectively. Therefore, a bet on both teams to score appears to be a sensible choice for this match.

The best prediction for Alverca vs Braga

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Both score yes (risky prediction)

Match preview: Alverca vs Braga

Alverca and Braga meet at the FC Alverca Sports Complex for a match in the 2nd Round of the First League. There is no recent record of direct encounters between the two teams, as they last faced each other over three years ago, specifically on 01-03-2004, ending in a draw (0-0). It’s important to consider the home and away performance of both teams, as their results considerably differ in such conditions.

Team analysis: Alverca

The home team enters this 2nd round after suffering a defeat in their league debut against Moreirense (2-1). Alverca tends to perform better at home, having achieved 11 wins and 4 draws in their last 30 matches, as opposed to 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 defeats as visitors. In their last 10 home games, Alverca boasts 7 wins and 3 draws. The team’s attack has been reliable, scoring in 9 of their last 10 matches. In the event that they concede first, they have only managed to recover in 1 out of 6 games.

Alverca didn’t accumulate any points in their opening match of the Portugal 2025/2026 League. However, this reflects their potential, as demonstrated by their competitive spirit against Moreirense. This was evidenced by Alverca’s good form over the past few years. Now, they will have the opportunity to showcase this performance against a challenging opponent, such as Sporting Braga. Previously, Alverca enjoyed a run of 8 consecutive wins before losing in a friendly to Casa Pia. Their recent defeat against Moreirense marked their second encounter with a first-division team, underlining the need to respond effectively to prove their readiness for the top tier.

Team analysis: Braga

The visiting side arrives at this 2nd round following a fine victory in their opening match against Tondela (3-0). Braga is significantly bolstered by home advantage, with a record of 10 wins, 4 draws, and only 1 loss at home compared to 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses on the road. The team comes into this fixture full of confidence after a recent victory over CFR Cluj (2-0). In their last 10 matches across all competitions, Braga has achieved 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, consistently managing to score in 8 of those encounters.

Sporting Braga shone in their first league match against Tondela, exhibiting depth and quality in their squad, which Carlos Vicens has expertly managed amidst a demanding schedule, involving European League commitments. As they prepare for this match at Alverca’s ground, they must handle the fixture traffic as they also face Lincoln next. This situation presents a challenging cycle for Sporting Braga, who will play again within three days.