Porto vs Hoffenheim prediction and betting tips on October 24, 2024
Game Prediction
In the third round of the main stage of the Europa League, on October 24, 2024, a match will take place between Porto vs Hoffenheim. The hosts aim to secure their first victory in the tournament, while the visitors are also looking for points.
Porto vs Hoffenheim: Key Statistics and Trends
- Porto has lost twice in twelve matches this season.
- Hoffenheim has won two of their last seven matches.
- Porto has scored at least once in their last seven matches.
- Hoffenheim has scored at least once in their last ten matches.
- Porto wins the first half in 42% of their matches, while Hoffenheim wins in 39% of theirs.
Our Prediction for the Match: Porto vs Hoffenheim
The "Dragons" were unable to reclaim the championship title in the Primeira Liga last season, marking a rare instance where they missed out on "gold" in Portugal for two consecutive years. They were third in the standings, significantly trailing behind their eternal rivals, Sporting and Benfica. However, coach Sérgio Conceição managed to salvage some pride by winning the cup. On the other hand, Hoffenheim finally began to show their ambitions, finishing seventh in the Bundesliga—though not particularly impressive, this was a relief after years of mediocrity.
The Zinsheim representatives struggled at the start of the new season, with a series of defeats and only one victory, which came against newly promoted Holstein Kiel, highlighting a deep slump in recent years. Nonetheless, they managed to defeat another underdog, Bochum, in the last round. A new president, André Villas-Boas, has taken over at Porto, bringing Vítor Bruno Fernandes as head coach. He made a spectacular debut with a 4-3 comeback win against Sporting in the Super Cup, followed by a series of victories in the Primeira Liga. However, the "Lions" managed to turn the tables, beating their rivals 2-0.
Where the Portuguese side has faced difficulties so far is in the Europa League. They stumbled at the start, losing to Bodo/Glimt, and then drew 3-3 with Manchester United after alternating leads in the match. The Germans, despite their issues, have achieved more, drawing 1-1 away to Midtjylland and then securing a confident win against Dynamo Kyiv, thanks to a brace from Glozek.
Porto vs Hoffenheim: Possible Starting Lineups
Porto (possible lineup): Diogo Costa - Moura, Pérez, Zé Pedro, João Mário - Nico González, Varela, Eustáquio - Galeno, Omorodion, Pepe Aquino
Hoffenheim (possible lineup): Baumann - Nsoki, Akpoguma, Stach - Prass, Kramaric, Grillich, Bischof, Jandre - Morstedt, Glozek
Previous Matches: Porto vs Hoffenheim
The Germans have not frequently competed in European competitions, so this will be their first visit to "Dragão."
Free Prediction for the Match: Porto vs Hoffenheim
All the cards are stacked in favor of the Portuguese. At home, they should secure a win with a handicap of "-1 goal" (odds – 1.86).