LiontipsPortugal vs Spain. Prediction and Betting Tips for UEFA Nations League (September 26, 2022).
Command Analysis
Portugal leads Group 2 with 10 points from five matches. The team needs a win or a draw to qualify for the playoffs. Fernando Santos' men looked amazing in their previous outing, when they crushed the Czech Republic away (4:0), Diogo Dalot (Manchester United) delivered two goals. Another Manchester United player, Cristiano Ronaldo, gave an assist.
In five Nations League group games, Portugal was defeated once, by Switzerland (0:1). The team delivered a solid performance on offense, having scored 11 goals in five matches. Portugal conceded only twice - against Switzerland and Spain (1:1).
Spain was the leader in the group before the 5th round of games. After two draws against Portugal (1:1) and Czech Republic (2:2), Luis Enrique's side beat Switzerland (1:0) and the Czechs (2:0). In the last outing, the Spanish team lost to Switzerland (1:2). They had a terrible first half, but managed to level the score after halftime only to concede three minutes later.
Spain struggled to deliver goals in this edition of the Nations League. They have been good at posession, as always, but managed to score only seven goals in five games. Spain had 74% posession against Switzerland, but took only four shots on target.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:0
Portugal won 2 out of 10 games with this score.
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 4 of Spain's last 5 games, this bet won.
Ставка1st half: draw
The score was tied at halftime in 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
The hosts have an easier task today. They will be happy with a draw, while Spain must win in order to qualify for the playoffs. The Spanish side will have to take risks and act boldly on offense. However, the team didn't impress in other group games, having scored only seven goals in five matches. Portugal is on top form, the team seems to have better and faster communication on the field, and we believe they will get the upper hand in this fixture.
Our prediction – handicap (0) to Portugal
Games between Spain and Portugal traditionally are close and intense. Draws were recorded in the last five head-to-head matches, but we believe that today the hosts are stronger, so this series should end. We predict a confident victory for Portugal.
Second bet – Portugal to win by 2 goals
