ESTORIL VS GIL VICENTE - PORTUGAL: LIGA PORTUGAL MATCH PREVIEW
PORTUGAL: LIGA PORTUGAL MATCH DETAILS: ESTORIL VS GIL VICENTE
As Estoril prepare to host Gil Vicente on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 19:00, this PORTUGAL: Liga Portugal fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.
ESTORIL PREVIEW IN PORTUGAL: LIGA PORTUGAL
Estoril, currently 9th in the standings with 30 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 29 points. They've earned 19 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 15 goals scored.
GIL VICENTE PREVIEW IN PORTUGAL: LIGA PORTUGAL
Gil Vicente, sitting 4th with 40 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 17 points from 11 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR ESTORIL VS GIL VICENTE
Recent meetings between Estoril and Gil Vicente have been competitive, with Gil Vicente claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2).
The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.
In their previous league match against AVS, Estoril recorded a 0-3 defeat while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Their starting XI featured Robles, Amaral, Bacher, Ferro, Carvalho, Orellana, Holsgrove, Sanchez, Begraoui, Marques, Guitane. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.
Gil Vicente's last outing came against Braga, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 3-4-3 system.
Their starting XI featured Ze Carlos, Lucao, Konan, Buatu, Elimbi, Esteves, Ze Carlos, Fernandes, Garcia, Murilo, Eduardo. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.
Looking ahead, Estoril are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Estoril and Gil Vicente 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 AND PREDICTION FOR ESTORIL VS GIL VICENTE
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Estoril's fixtures have averaged 4.4 goals per game, with 9 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Gil Vicente's games average 2.9 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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