Match report
GIL Vicente 0-1 FC Porto: match report
FC Porto secured a narrow victory over GIL Vicente in the Primeira Liga with a goal from Borja Sainz on Saturday.
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FC Porto edged past GIL Vicente with a 1-0 victory in the Primeira Liga on Saturday at Estadio Cidade de Barcelos. Borja Sainz scored the only goal of the match in the 63rd minute.
Sainz found the net after a well-placed assist, putting Porto ahead with a score of 0-1. GIL Vicente struggled to respond and faced a setback when Marvin Elimbi Gilbert received a red card in the 84th minute.
In terms of key statistics, FC Porto dominated possession with 58% compared to GIL Vicente's 42%. Porto had 4 shots on target, while GIL Vicente managed 2. The visitors also earned 8 corners to GIL Vicente's 3. Both teams committed 17 fouls, and GIL Vicente's goalkeeper made 3 saves against Porto's 2.
Going into the game, FC Porto were top of the table with 24 points from 8 matches, having won all their games. GIL Vicente sat in 6th place with 14 points from 8 matches. This win keeps Porto's perfect record intact as they continue their strong start to the season.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: GIL Vicente vs FC Porto preview: form
GIL Vicente will host FC Porto in the Primeira Liga on Saturday at 20:30 BST at Estádio Cidade de Barcelos.
GIL Vicente are currently sixth in the league, having played eight matches with four wins, two draws, and two losses. They have accumulated 14 points, scoring 8 goals and conceding 6.
In their last five matches, GIL Vicente have won three, drawn one, and lost one. They recently defeated SC Braga 2-1 on 19 October, followed by a 3-2 win against União Santarém on 14 October. Their last match ended in a 1-1 draw with Marítimo on 19 September, and they lost 3-1 to Benfica on 13 September.
FC Porto sit at the top of the league, having won all eight of their matches this season, earning 24 points with 20 goals scored and only 4 conceded. They have a perfect record, with no draws or losses so far.
However, Porto's recent form has been mixed. They have lost their last two matches, including a 1-0 defeat to PSV Eindhoven on 20 October and a 3-2 loss to Real Betis on 14 October. Prior to that, they secured wins against Marítimo and Deportivo La Coruña.
In head-to-head encounters, FC Porto have historically dominated GIL Vicente, but the recent form of both teams suggests an interesting matchup. GIL Vicente will aim to continue their strong run, while Porto will look to bounce back from their recent setbacks.
Match Events
All events- 84'Marvin Elimbi Gilbert
- 76'Santiago García González(Out: Guilherme Gomes)
- 75'Diogo Prioste(Out: Tidjany Chabrol Toure)
- 72'Pablo Rosario(Out: Alan Gonzalo Varela)
- 72'Borja Sainz(Out: Santiago Giménez)
- 63'Borja Sainz(0 - 1)
- 60'André Silva(Out: Samuel Aghehowa)
- 60'Andreas Lausen(Out: Jose Carlos Natario Ferreira)
Match Statistics
All stats- 42%Possession58%
- 0.40Expected Goals (xG)1.10
- 2Shots on Target4
- 3Corners8
- 17Fouls17
Prediction
Live win probability
GIL Vicente 0%Draw 5%FC Porto 95%
FC Porto is most likely to win the game against GIL Vicente.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionPrimeira Liga · Regular Season 9
- VenueEstadio Cidade de Barcelos, Barcelos · 12046
- RefereeBranco Godinho, Luis Miguel
- ForecastCloudy, 13.69°C
Last five games
GIL VicenteLWWWD
FC PortoWLLWW
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 9 | +17 | 27 |
| 2 |  Benfica | 8 | +17 | 19 |
| 3 |  Sporting CP | 9 | +10 | 18 |
| 4 |  Santa Clara | 8 | +8 | 18 |
| 5 |  Arouca | 9 | +5 | 17 |
| 6 |  Académico Viseu | 9 | +2 | 17 |
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GIL Vicente vs FC Porto: result, stats & highlights
GIL Vicente and FC Porto finished 0-1 in the Primeira Liga (Regular Season 9) at Estadio Cidade de Barcelos. Played: (your local time).
GIL Vicente are 7th in the table on 14 points; FC Porto are 1st on 27.
Recent form: GIL Vicente LWWWD, FC Porto WLLWW.
Head-to-head (last 9): GIL Vicente 3 wins, 1 draws, FC Porto 5 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.