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Moreirense vs Gil Vicente: Preview
Current Form of Both Teams
Moreirense will be looking to build on their impressive 2-0 win over Maritimo when they host Gil Vicente on Sunday. The victory ended a run of three consecutive defeats for Moreirense, who are now up to 12th place in the Primeira Liga table. Gil Vicente, meanwhile, are winless in their last five matches and have dropped to 15th place.
Moreirense
Moreirense have been in good form at home this season, winning four of their last six matches. They have also been solid defensively, conceding just three goals in those six games. Moreirense will be confident of getting a result against Gil Vicente, who have struggled on the road this season.
Gil Vicente
Gil Vicente have won just one of their last six away matches. They have also conceded 11 goals in those six games, which is the worst defensive record in the Primeira Liga. Gil Vicente will need to improve their away form if they want to avoid relegation.
Head-to-Head
Moreirense have a good head-to-head record against Gil Vicente, winning three of their last five meetings. Gil Vicente's last win over Moreirense came in 2020.
Predicted Lineup
Moreirense: Pasinato; Conceicao, Sori Mane, Lazar Rosić, Paulinho; Andre Luis, Filipe Soares, Pedro Amador, Walterson; Gonçalo Franco, Rafael Martins
Gil Vicente: Andrew; Adrián Marín, Lucas Cunha, Rúben Fernandes, Carraça; Bozhidar Kraev, Pedrinho, Vitor Carvalho; Kevin Villodres, Fran Navarro, Samuel Lino
Key Battle
The key battle in this match will be between Moreirense's attack and Gil Vicente's defense. Moreirense have been in good scoring form recently, while Gil Vicente have been struggling defensively. If Moreirense can find a way to break down Gil Vicente's defense, they will be confident of getting a win.
Prediction
Moreirense are the favorites to win this match. They are in better form and have a better head-to-head record against Gil Vicente. Gil Vicente will need to improve their away form if they want to get anything from this match.
Prediction: Moreirense 2-1 Gil Vicente