Braga vs Arouca Prediction
🔊 In the upcoming Primeira Liga clash, Braga take on Arouca. Both teams have been delivering intriguing performances: the hosts, currently in fourth place, aim to solidify their position in the European competition spots, while the visitors, sitting in 12th, are eager to climb higher in the standings. Braga have won 7 of their last 8 head-to-head encounters with Arouca, highlighting the "Arsenalistas'" advantage. However, Arouca are unbeaten in 10 of their last 11 league matches, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Braga and Arouca:
- 11 matches played;
- home wins - 9, away wins - 1, draws - 1;
- goals scored - 26 versus 6;
- average first-half total - 1.36, second-half - 1.55;
- average total goals per match - 2.91.
The last game took place on 03 November 2024 at Arouca's ground and ended with a scoreline of 1-2.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Braga Team Overview
Braga are firmly holding the fourth spot in the league standings. The team showcases consistent form, having won 7 of their last 10 matches, averaging 1.2 goals per game. Their defense remains solid, conceding just 0.4 goals on average per match. In their last five games, Braga have secured three victories but suffered two defeats, indicating a slight inconsistency. Nevertheless, their attacking style and ability to control possession make the "Arsenalistas" a formidable opponent for any team. A key factor is their successful head-to-head history against Arouca, where Braga have been dominant. However, it's important to note the recent dip in Carlos Carvalhal's side's scoring efficiency. Since February 9th, they haven't scored more than one goal per game, which is surprising for one of the Primeira's frontrunners.
Match Results: Braga

Arouca Team Overview
Arouca sit 12th in the league and have shown decent form, avoiding defeat in 10 of their last 11 matches. Their style leans more towards defense, but their counter-attacks are a formidable weapon. On average, the team scores 1.5 goals per match, though they also concede quite a few-1.2 goals on average. In their last five games, they've recorded two draws, one victory, and two losses. It's worth noting that Arouca have found the back of the net in 13 of their last 14 league matches, highlighting their ability to score even when playing away.
Match Results: Arouca
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 11;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 1, draws - 1.
Statistics: Braga vs Arouca
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of wins: 16 vs 7;
- win percentage: 62% vs 27%;
- number of losses: 5 vs 11;
- number of draws: 5 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 7 vs 4;
- number of losses: 2 vs 1;
- number of draws: 1 vs 5.
- Arouca wins with a handicap of +1.5 in 10 of the last 11 Primeira Liga games.
- Arouca wins with a handicap of +1.5 in each of their last 5 Primeira Liga away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.36, the guests - 0.55;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.91;
- both teams scored: overall - 3; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Braga vs Arouca
- average total in the tournament: 2.46 vs 2.46;
- average total goals scored: 1.62 vs 0.96;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.69 vs 0.46;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.92 vs 0.5;
- Braga: average total at home in the tournament - 1.92;
- Arouca: average total away in the tournament - 1.15;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.6) vs 1.5 (away - 2).
- Braga has scored less than 1.5 goals in each of their last 6 games.
Prediction on corners
Braga: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.23; at home field - 7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.1; at home field - 6.6.
Arouca: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.92, away - 5.85;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.4; away - 5.4.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.46 (1.73 for home team and 1.73 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.33 (1.33 for home team and 3 for away team).
Braga: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.88; at home - 1.62;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; at home - 1.2.
Arouca: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.5, away - 2.69;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 2.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 11;
- both teams scored all-time - 3 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Braga vs Arouca
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Braga at home - 6 (46%);
- number of BTTS matches for Arouca away - 8 (62%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 2 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Braga at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS matches for Arouca away - 4 (80%).
Editor's Prediction
This match promises to be a fierce contest. Braga hold the upper hand in head-to-head encounters and boast a more stable defense, yet Arouca have been impressive on the road, avoiding defeat in most of their matches. Considering the trends and statistics of both teams, a reasonable prediction would be to bet on over 2.5 goals. This outcome has occurred in 6 of Arouca's last 7 away games in the Primeira Liga.