Braga vs Guimaraes: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Braga prepare to host Guimaraes on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 21:30, this PORTUGAL: Liga Portugal fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Braga, currently 5th in the standings with 39 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 20 points. They've earned 20 points from 10 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 14 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Guimaraes, sitting 8th with 31 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 10 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Recent meetings between Braga and Guimaraes have favored Guimaraes, with Guimaraes claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Gil Vicente, Braga recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Hornicek, Arrey-Mbi, Barisic, Lagerbielke, Martinez, Grillitsch, Moutinho, Gomez, Horta, Victor, Zalazar. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Guimaraes's last outing came against Estrela Amadora, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Charles, Mendes, Abascal, Balieiro, Strata, Sousa, Beni, Saviolo, Samu, Camara, Silva. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Looking ahead, Braga are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Braga and Guimaraes are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Braga's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Guimaraes's games average 3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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