Braga has been in excellent form, going unbeaten in their last six matches, five of which were victories. They have also strengthened their home performances, suffering just one defeat in their last five games.

A key issue for Braga this season has been conceding goals at home, with 15 conceded in 11 matches. However, they have shown defensive improvement, keeping clean sheets in their last two home wins.

One notable change for Braga is the departure of their creative winger Bruma, who contributed 8 goals and 5 assists before moving to Benfica. This leaves them slightly weakened in attack, with Fernandes now pushed into a more offensive role, shifting from right wing-back to right winger.

Today, they face an improving Nacional side that has climbed out of the relegation zone, picking up two wins and a draw in their last five matches. However, their away form remains a concern, with just one win—a 2-0 victory against relegation-threatened Farense. In their other 11 away matches, they have suffered seven losses and recorded three draws, with a concerning goal difference of 7:14.

Adding to Nacional’s challenges, they will be without starting left-back José Gomes, who picked up an injury in their previous match against Estoril.

With Braga in strong form and Nacional struggling on the road, the home side enters this match as the clear favorite.