Santa Clara - Belenenses betting tips and odds

The odds are definitely leaning in the hosts’ favour, but this match is far from a done deal. Judging by odds alone, Belenenses may yet be able to walk away with a draw or even a surprise victory – though it’s still a longshot.

It’s hard to believe even the most optimistic Belenenses fans are expecting them to triumph at Santa Clara this Saturday. It’s a completely one-sided matchup, and the hosts should have no problems steamrolling their opponents.

Apoint is never as interesting as a punter would want it to be but Santa Clara will surely have been pleased with a Famalicão draw from the previous trip in the Primeira Liga. They return home for the Saturday clash feeling good about themselves after going level throughout both terms.

Belenenses’s previous outing at their home stadium ended inconclusively. However, they kicked off as clear underdogs compared to Boavista, who were the away team. With that in mind, the 0:0 score at the end is not that disappointing.

Santa Clara’s attackers have been seeing a lot of success lately, even in away matches. For instance, they scored 6 times during the course of their previous three away games.

Considering the away team’s recent history, it seems they don’t play their best when they’re visitors. The previous 3 times were marked by 5 goals conceded and the negative trend will probably continue.

Santa Clara previously played this match as the visitors in a previous round of the Primeira Liga and suffered a fairly narrow defeat. Most bookies believe things will end differently this time, pricing a home win at 1.65.

Fortunately, both teams will be able to give their all this Saturday. Neither squad has been affected by injuries or suspensions, allowing the coaches to work with all the tools at their disposal.

The 1.85 offered for Under 2.5 Goals bets in this match may seem a bit risky considering the market, but they’re well worth it compared to the probability of the outcome. That said, it’s a solid choice for value, but not necessarily safety.