Braga vs Cardiff City predictions for this friendly pre-season game that will be played on Wednesday evening at the Municipal de Lagos. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Braga vs Cardiff City Predictions
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Braga Gears Up for Exciting Encounter with Cardiff City
Key Stats
– Cardiff City, despite finishing 21st in the Championship, managed to start their preseason with three wins and a draw.
– Ricardo Horta, Braga’s attacker, was instrumental last season with 14 goals.
As part of their preseason training regimen, Portuguese giants Braga are set to face off against Cardiff City in an exciting friendly match at Municipal de Lagos. Braga, in their impressive stride, have already claimed two victories from their friendly matches, whereas Cardiff City’s performance has been consistent, boasting three wins and a draw from their four preseason games.
Braga’s Impressive Preseason Performance
Braga, finishing third in the Primeira Liga last season, are gearing up for the qualification rounds of the Champions League. Despite never having clinched a league title, they made their presence felt, showing that they can stand toe-to-toe with powerhouses such as Benfica and FC Porto. Artur Jorge’s team ended the last campaign on a high note, amassing 23 points from their final 10 league games. This streak included reaching the final of the Taca de Portugal, only to be bested 2-0 by Porto in Lisbon.
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However, this doesn’t overshadow an otherwise successful season, reflected in their impressive start to the preseason. Braga’s scoring abilities shone in their 4-0 and 2-0 victories against Torreense and Boavista respectively, with goals from Simon Banza and Al Musrati.
Cardiff City: A Season of Change
Cardiff City, on the other hand, barely managed to avoid relegation last season, finishing 21st in the Championship, a mere five points clear from the relegation zone. Their new manager, Erol Bulut, replaced Sabri Lamouchi, and has guided the team through four matches, with an impressive three wins and a draw. The two most recent matches were truncated 60-minute matches against Bristol Rovers, offering less insight into the team’s potential. The upcoming match against Braga presents Cardiff’s first major test of the preseason.
Team News: New Signings and Tactical Shifts
Braga have bolstered their squad with several key signings, including the permanent acquisition of former Fenerbahce winger, Bruma. Newcomers Vitor Carvalho and Rodrigo Zalazar could also see some action in midfield. Sikou Niakate, a new permanent addition to the team, could potentially solidify the centre-back position.
Cardiff City have also seen some significant changes in their line-up. Former Juventus star Aaron Ramsey returned to his boyhood club, signing a two-year deal, and could be a key player in their engine room, alongside Joe Ralls. Additional arrivals include Dimitrios Goutas, Yakou Meite, Karlan Grant, and Ike Ugbo, enriching the team’s depth in various positions.
Predictions: A Show of Might from Braga
Based on performance data, Braga stand as a clear favourite. Hence, the first prediction is a win for Braga. The Portuguese side boasts an impressive average BettingTips4You Expert Rating of 6.97, ranking third in their league, and they’ve shown an excellent scoring average of 2.2 goals per game.
For the correct score prediction, given Braga’s aggressive attacking statistics and Cardiff’s recent defensive struggles, a 3-1 victory for Braga appears to be a plausible outcome. This is in line with Braga’s track record of scoring an average of 2.2 goals per game, and Cardiff’s lacklustre defensive performance last season.
Finally, a key player to watch for a goal in this match is Braga’s Ricardo Horta, who managed to score 14 goals last season. He will be keen to make an impact immediately, starting from where he left and looks a good value in the goalscoring market.
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