Belgium vs Portugal Predictions and Betting Tips
We have a clash of the Titans this Sunday as Belgium and Portugal compete for a place in the quarterfinal. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.
With regards to their head-to-head record, we could say both sides are on par with Portugal winning six times against Belgium who have five victories in this fixture.
Two of the favorites clash, who triumphs ?
Belgium picked up nine points from their three games as they went on to beat Russia, Denmark, and then Finland in the group stages. However, the knockout stages have been the Achilles heel of this star-studded team as they still look to pick up their first-ever major honour. Would Lukaku and Co. finally get to lift a title for their country?
One could say Portugal’s Championship run back in 2016 was filled with lots of good fortune but we can’t take away the fact that they actually managed to scrape through, lifting the cup at the end of the tournament. What’s more, luck had nothing to do with the UEFA Nations League two years after as they went on to beat the Netherlands in the playoffs two years later. The Portuguese managed to make it through to the knockout stages in 3rd position, just like they did in 2016. Would they achieve greatness once again?
Belgium vs Portugal Team News:
Belgium possible starting XI:
Courtois; Alderweireld, Denayer, Vertonghen; Meunier, Witsel, De Bruyne, Carrasco; Hazard, Mertens, Lukaku
Portugal possible starting XI:
Patricio; Guerreiro, Pepe, Dias, Semedo; Danilo, Carvalho, Fernandes; Jota, Bernardo, Ronaldo
Belgium vs Portugal Prediction: 2-1
Portugal struggled against Germany and then France- even though they played out a 2-2 draw. Although they’re the holders, we see Belgium as slight favorites heading into this game.
