Friday's Primeira Liga predictions including Moreirense vs. Braga

Arouca vs. Famalicao (Friday, 7.00pm)

Arouca play host to Famalicao on Friday, in a showdown between the two teams at the foot of the Primeira Liga table.

While tables should not overly be looked into at this stage, the two sides have both lost their first two games of the season, and will be keen to put a win on the board on Friday.

We say: Arouca 1-2 Famalicao

Despite having a difficult start to the league season, we see Famalicao having enough quality to open their account for the season on Friday against the newly-promoted side.

Both teams could take encouragement from commendable showings last time out, and this could go either way, but we just lean towards the visitors given their top-flight experience.

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Moreirense vs. Braga (Friday, 9.15pm)

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Braga will look to bounce back from a defeat upon their return to league action on Friday, as they make the trip to Moreirense.

Os Arcebispos were handed a 2-1 defeat by defending champions Sporting Lisbon on Saturday, while their hosts picked up a commendable point in a 2-2 draw with Santa Clara.

We say: Moreirense 1-2 Braga

This is certainly no foregone conclusion, as Moreirense's dangerous front line will certainly pose a threat to Braga, but we see the Archbishops just getting over the line.

After a disappointing defeat last time out, Carvalhal's men will be desperate to bounce back, and their strong squad should have enough to make a quick return to winning ways.

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