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Preview: Sporting Lisbon vs. Santa Clara - prediction, team news, lineups


Published on 2024-12-17 05:45:26 - Sports Mole
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  • Sporting Lisbon experienced a significant dip in form since the departure of Ruben Amorim, losing four matches on the bounce over the last month before picking up a 3-2 win over Boavista at the weekend.

The article from Sports Mole previews the upcoming Primeira Liga match between Sporting Lisbon and Santa Clara, scheduled for January 21, 2024. Sporting Lisbon, currently in third place, are looking to close the gap with the league leaders, Benfica, after a recent draw against Braga. They are unbeaten in their last 12 league games, showcasing their strong form. Santa Clara, on the other hand, are struggling at the bottom of the table, having not won in their last 10 matches, which has left them in a relegation battle. The preview discusses potential line-ups, with Sporting Lisbon likely to make few changes due to their recent performance, while Santa Clara might see some alterations due to their dire situation. The prediction leans towards a comfortable victory for Sporting Lisbon, given their superior form and home advantage. Key players like Viktor Gyokeres for Sporting and Matheus Araujo for Santa Clara are highlighted, along with team news indicating no new injuries for Sporting but several players out for Santa Clara.

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