Braga, atualmente no 4º lugar da Liga Portuguesa, enfrentará o Estoril Praia no encerramento da 30ª jornada em busca de uma vitória que os mantenha a 9 pontos do 3º lugar (ocupado pelo Benfica). A equipe, orientada por Carlos Carvalhal, vem de uma eliminação na Liga Europa e precisa vencer para manter vivo o sonho de alcançar o pódio. Do outro lado, o Estoril procura garantir sua permanência na primeira divisão e tem 8 pontos de vantagem para a zona de rebaixamento. Líder do campeonato, o FC Porto pode conquistar o título já na próxima rodada.
Braga Eyes Top-Three Finish in Clash with Estoril Praia
Portuguese Primeira Liga action returns this weekend with an intriguing matchup between Braga and Estoril Praia. The game will be played at the Estádio Municipal de Braga on April 30, 2023.
Braga's European Ambitions
Braga currently sits in fourth place in the Primeira Liga standings, nine points behind third-place Benfica. A victory over Estoril would keep Braga's hopes of a top-three finish alive, which would secure a place in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers.
The Portuguese side is coming off a disappointing elimination from the UEFA Europa League, losing to Fiorentina in the round of 16. Manager Carlos Carvalhal will be determined to lift his team's spirits and maintain their momentum in the league.
Estoril's Fight for Survival
Estoril Praia, on the other hand, is fighting for survival in the Primeira Liga. The club is currently in 13th place, eight points clear of the relegation zone. A victory over Braga would be a major step towards securing their top-flight status for another season.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What time is the match? The match will be played on April 30, 2023, at 20:30 CEST (19:30 GMT).
2. Can Braga win the title? It is unlikely that Braga will win the title as they are 18 points behind league leaders FC Porto with only five games remaining.
3. Who is Braga's top scorer? Vitinha is Braga's top scorer in the Primeira Liga this season with 13 goals.
4. What is Estoril Praia's best result in the Primeira Liga? Estoril Praia's best result in the Primeira Liga was a fourth-place finish in the 2013-14 season.
5. Who is the manager of Estoril Praia? Nélson Veríssimo is the manager of Estoril Praia.
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