Match Preview
Matchday 12 of the Primeira Liga brings together Gil Vicente FC and CD Tondela in what appears to be a stark contrast of fortunes this season. Gil Vicente, playing at home, are enjoying a fantastic campaign, positioning themselves firmly in the upper echelons of the league table. Their disciplined defense and efficient attack have seen them rack up impressive results against various opponents. They’ll be looking to maintain their strong form and continue their push for European spots.
On the other side, CD Tondela finds themselves embroiled in a desperate fight at the bottom of the table. Their season has been plagued by defensive vulnerabilities and a significant lack of firepower upfront, making every match a challenge. An away trip to a high-flying Gil Vicente side presents a formidable test as they desperately seek points to escape the relegation zone.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 31 |
| 2 | Sporting Clube de Portugal | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 28 |
| 3 | Sport Lisboa e Benfica | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 17 | 25 |
| 4 | Gil Vicente FC | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 23 |
| 5 | FC Famalicão | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 19 |
| 6 | Moreirense FC | 11 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 18 |
| 7 | Sporting Clube de Braga | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 16 |
| 8 | Vitória SC | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | -7 | 14 |
| 9 | GD Estoril Praia | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 13 |
| 10 | CD Nacional | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -4 | 12 |
| 11 | Rio Ave FC | 11 | 2 | 6 | 3 | -5 | 12 |
| 12 | CF Estrela da Amadora | 11 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1 | 11 |
| 13 | CD Santa Clara | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 11 |
| 14 | FC Alverca | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -7 | 11 |
| 15 | Casa Pia AC | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -11 | 9 |
| 16 | FC Arouca | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -17 | 9 |
| 17 | CD Tondela | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | -14 | 6 |
| 18 | AVS | 11 | 0 | 3 | 8 | -17 | 3 |
- Gil Vicente FC: Currently sitting in an impressive 4th position with 23 points from 11 games. They boast a record of 7 wins, 2 draws, and only 2 losses. Their defensive record is particularly strong, having conceded just 5 goals while scoring 16, resulting in a healthy +11 goal difference. This places them comfortably within the European qualification spots, indicating a very strong overall performance this season.
- CD Tondela: Occupying the 17th spot, Tondela is deep in the relegation zone with just 6 points from 11 matches. Their record stands at 1 win, 3 draws, and a concerning 7 losses. Offensively, they’ve managed a mere 6 goals, while their defense has been breached 20 times, leading to a grim -14 goal difference. This highlights their struggles at both ends of the pitch and their precarious position.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 May 2022 | Primeira Liga | Gil Vicente FC | 3 - 0 | CD Tondela |
| 28 Dec 2021 | Primeira Liga | CD Tondela | 0 - 3 | Gil Vicente FC |
| 28 Feb 2021 | Primeira Liga | CD Tondela | 1 - 0 | Gil Vicente FC |
| 17 Oct 2020 | Primeira Liga | Gil Vicente FC | 1 - 1 | CD Tondela |
| 14 Jul 2020 | Primeira Liga | Gil Vicente FC | 3 - 2 | CD Tondela |
Looking at the last six Primeira Liga encounters between these two sides, Gil Vicente has a clear advantage in recent memory:
- Overall, in 6 matches, Gil Vicente FC has 3 wins, CD Tondela has 1 win, and there have been 2 draws.
- The most recent clashes from the 2021-2022 season saw Gil Vicente dominate with two convincing 3-0 victories, one at home and one away.
- Before that, Tondela secured a narrow 1-0 home win in February 2021, and there was a 1-1 draw in October 2020.
- Gil Vicente also managed a 3-2 home win in July 2020, following another 1-1 draw earlier that season.
The recent history, particularly the two 3-0 results, suggests Gil Vicente has a knack for scoring multiple goals against Tondela and keeping them at bay.
Our Prediction
Considering Gil Vicente’s stellar form, their strong defensive record, and CD Tondela’s struggles at both ends of the pitch, coupled with the recent head-to-head dominance, all signs point to a comfortable home victory. Gil Vicente’s ability to shut down opponents (only 5 goals conceded) against Tondela’s anemic attack (6 goals scored) makes a strong case for a significant goal difference in this match.
Our betting tip for this Primeira Liga encounter is:
Gil Vicente -1.5 Asian Handicap
