Nacional vs Santa Clara Prediction 11 January 2026
🔊 Nacional de Madeira and Santa Clara are set to clash in what promises to be an exciting encounter. Both teams find themselves at the lower end of the table and are eager for a win to climb higher. Nacional de Madeira have shown inconsistent form in recent matches, alternating between victories and defeats, highlighting their unpredictable performances. Meanwhile, Santa Clara struggle with away games, where they earn few points. Both sides tend to play open football with frequent goal exchanges, which could be a crucial factor in the upcoming showdown.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 30 March 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's the comparative statistics from that encounter (Santa Clara were the home side):
- possession percentage: 37% vs 63%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 23 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Nacional de Madeira and Santa Clara:
- 13 matches played;
- home wins - 4, away wins - 6, draws - 3;
- goals scored - 16 for Nacional, 23 for Santa Clara;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.38, in the second half - 1.62;
- average total goals per match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Nacional - Santa Clara
Nacional de Madeir Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Vitória Guimarães as the hosts and Nacional da Madeira as the visitors. The match concluded with a score of 2-1.
Here are the match statistics (Nacional da Madeira vs Vitória Guimarães):
- possession: 43% vs 57%;
- corners: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 18 vs 20;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Nacional de Madeira, currently sitting 13th in the league standings, are eager to climb higher. The team has shown inconsistent form, with three losses and one draw in their last five matches. Known for their attacking style of play, they average 1.13 goals per match. However, their defense leaves much to be desired, conceding an average of 1.44 goals per game, highlighting vulnerabilities at the back. In their most recent head-to-head against Santa Clara, they suffered a 0-1 defeat. Their recent games have been filled with drama and fluctuating results, adding intrigue to the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Nacional de Madeir
Santa Clara Azores Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Primeira Liga, where Santa Clara hosted Porto. The game concluded with a scoreline of 0-1.
Here are the match statistics (Santa Clara vs Porto):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corners: 2 vs 7;
- fouls: 20 vs 22;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 0 vs 5.
Santa Clara, currently sitting 14th in the standings, face significant challenges in their away fixtures. The "Reds" struggle to secure points on the road, highlighting their issues outside their home ground. In their last five matches, they have managed just one win, alongside three losses and a draw. Their playing style leans heavily on defense, but an average of only 0.8 goals per game underscores their lack of attacking prowess. In their most recent head-to-head encounter, they narrowly defeated Nacional de Madeira 1-0.
Match Results: Santa Clara Azores
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 6, draws - 3.
Statistics: Nacional de Madeir vs Santa Clara Azores
- matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 16;
- wins: 4 vs 4;
- win percentage: 25% vs 25%;
- losses: 8 vs 8;
- draws: 4 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 5 vs 6;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.23, the guests - 1.77;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Nacional de Madeir vs Santa Clara Azores
- average total in the tournament: 2.56 vs 1.69;
- average total goals scored: 1.13 vs 0.69;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.44 vs 0.31;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.69 vs 0.38;
- Nacional de Madeir: average total at home in the tournament - 1.29;
- Santa Clara Azores: average total away in the tournament - 0.57;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.33) vs 0.8 (away - 0.25).
- Under 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Nacional de Madeir games against Santa Clara Azores.
- Under 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Santa Clara Azores games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on corners
Nacional de Madeir: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.06; at home field - 4.29;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.5; at home field - 2.67.
Santa Clara Azores: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.19, away - 3.43;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4; away - 2.
- Nacional de Madeir have taken under 5.5 corners in last 6 games against Santa Clara Azores.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Statistics: Nacional de Madeir vs Santa Clara Azores
- number of matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 16;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for Nacional de Madeir at home - 5 (71%);
- number of BTTS matches for Santa Clara Azores away - 3 (43%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Nacional de Madeir at home - 2 (67%);
- BTTS matches for Santa Clara Azores away - 1 (25%).
- Nacional de Madeir have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (17/151, 11.3%);
- Nacional de Madeir at home most often finish matches: 1:2 (2/7, 28.6%);
- Santa Clara Azores away most often play: 1:0 , 1:1 (2/7, 28.6%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 14.1% (odds 6)
0:1 - 10.84% (odds 6.5)
1:0 - 10.25% (odds 6.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the recent performances of both teams, the match promises to be eventful. Nacional de Madeira are eager to climb up the standings and will actively seek attacking opportunities. Despite their inconsistency in recent games, they show a determination to fight for every point. Santa Clara, on the other hand, continue to struggle on the road, which could work against them in this matchup. Both teams have defensive vulnerabilities, as evidenced by their tendency to concede goals against each other. Therefore, a reasonable prediction is that both teams will find the back of the net. Our pick is both teams to score.No comments
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