Vitoria Guimaraes – Gil Vicente : Preview & Prediction
Vitoria Guimaraes, who have already contested 7 finals in this Portuguese Cup (1 final victory), have the chance to reach the last four if they get the better of Gil Vicente. Guimaraes, who have only 1 defeat to their name since November 11, have won 4 of their last 5 matches against Penafiel (1-0), Arouca (2-1), Estrela (3-0) and Vizela (0-1) this weekend. Alvaro Pacheco’s side have played all 3 of their cup ties at Moncarapachense (1-3), Vilaverdense (4-1) and Penafiel (1-0). Winners of the league at home to Gil Vicente (2-1) at the end of August, Guimaraes should qualify against a Gil Vicente side who just lost to Benfica (3-0) at the weekend. Murilo’s side (3 league goals) have lost 4 of their last 5 away games, to Sporting (3-1), Arouca (3-0), Farense (1-0) and Benfica (3-0). Gil Vicente, who have the worst away record (1 win and 9 defeats), are likely to struggle at the Estadio D.Afonso Henriques, where Guimaraes have won 8 of their 10 games so far this season. Gil Vicente spent the first 2 rounds away to Belenenses (1-2) and Serpa (0-1), before their 1/8th final at home to Amarante (3-1) on January 10.
Guimaraes have won their last 3 meetings with Gil Vicente (5-0, 1-0, 2-1).
Guimaraes is on a 6-game home winning streak.
Gil Vicente have lost 16 of their last 19 away matches in official competitions.
Gil Vicente has lost 10 of its 13 away matches this season.
Gil Vicente is 10th (out of 18) in the Portuguese league.
Guimaraes are 5th overall.
Vitoria Guimaraes, on the back of 6 home wins in a row including 1 big performance against Sporting CP (3-2) on December 9, have a good chance of recording a 7th straight success at home to a Gil Vicente side so disappointing away from home. Vitor Campelos’ side have lost 9 of their 10 league outings this season.
Vitoria Guimaraes – Gil Vicente : Betting Tips
Vitoria Guimaraes – Win Odds: 1.65
