Braga vs Sporting: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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07 Mar,19:00
2 - 2
Full Time
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Braga
Sporting

Braga vs Sporting Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 2
22
G. Inacio
scored for Sporting
34
R. Horta
scored for Braga
38
H. Morita
was cautioned
41
P. Oliveira
was cautioned
45+2
(Penalty) L. Suarez
scored from the spot for Sporting
2nd Half2 - 2
58
O. Diomande
was cautioned
61
G. Lagerbielke
was cautioned
63
G. Moscardo
was cautioned
69
M. Araujo
was cautioned
90+6
R. Zalazar (Penalty)
scored from the spot for Braga

The upcoming meeting between Braga and Sporting takes place at Estadio Municipal de Braga on 07 March 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Portugal Liga Portugal. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Braga often look to dominate matches through attacking play.

Sporting prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Braga

D W W L W

Sporting

D W W W D

Braga continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Similarly, Sporting have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

Recent Form Home/Away

Braga (Home)

D W W W D

Sporting (Away)

D W D W D
Braga's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Sporting form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Braga

- - - - +

Sporting

- + + + -

Braga are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

In contrast, Sporting have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. The back line has been performing reliably.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Braga (Home)

- - + + -

Sporting (Away)

- + - - -
Braga show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for Sporting.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Braga

+ + + + +

Sporting

+ + + - -

Braga's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

In contrast, Sporting have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Braga (Home)

+ + + + +

Sporting (Away)

+ + - + -
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Braga.

Sporting's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Scoring Consistency

Braga

+ + + + +

Sporting

+ + + + +

Braga show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Also, Sporting have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Braga (Home)

+ + + + +

Sporting (Away)

+ + + + +
There is little difference in Braga's scoring output across venues.

Sporting's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Miguel Nogueira
Venue: Estadio Municipal de Braga

Braga vs Sporting Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

0.78
xG
1.91
66
Ball Posession (%)
34
2
Big Chances
2
3
Cautions
3
10
Shots
14
3
Shots on Goal
5
4
Shots Blocked
3
7
Shots inside Box
8
3
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
0
17
Fouls
13
6
Corner Kicks
5
12
Throw Ins
14
3
Saves
1
12
Free Kicks
16
1
Offsides
1
659
Passes Total
344
596
Passes Completed
288
186
Passes in the final 3rd Total
75
153
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
52
26
Touches in the Opposition Box
22
12
Tackles Total
10
10
Tackles Completed
6
19
Clearances
15
16
Crosses Total
8
3
Crosses Completed
4
9
Interceptions
9

Braga vs Sporting Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
L. Hornicek
1
R. Silva
26
B. Arrey-Mbi
20
M. Araujo
15
P. Oliveira
25
G. Inacio
14
G. Lagerbielke
26
O. Diomande
50
D. Rodrigues
22
I. Fresneda
8
J. Moutinho
5
H. Morita
27
F. Grillitsch
42
M. Hjulmand
2
V. Gomez
8
P. Goncalves
10
R. Zalazar
17
F. Trincao
21
R. Horta
10
G. Catamo
18
P. Victor
97
L. Suarez

Braga vs Sporting H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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