Alverca vs Gil Vicente prediction 24.10.2025 | Primeira Liga

After securing promotion, Alverca sit in ninth place after eight matches, with 10 points from three wins, one draw, and four defeats. Although they crashed out of the Taça de Portugal after a 4-2 penalty shootout loss to Leiria, they have impressively recorded three wins in their last four league matches - two of those being home victories against Tondela and Vitória, both accompanied by clean sheets. Their attacking output has been solid, averaging approximately 1.67 goals per game. While their defence has not been entirely flawless (12 goals conceded in eight matches), they are far from leaky at the back and have shown the ability to keep clean sheets. At home, Alverca have demonstrated resilience, avoiding defeat in three of their last four home games. 

In terms of injuries, Alverca are expected to field their strongest starting XI.

Gil Vicente are enjoying a strong start to the season, currently sitting fourth after eight matches with 16 points (five wins, one draw, two defeats) and a goal difference of +6 (10 scored, 4 conceded). Like Alverca, they were eliminated from the Taça de Portugal after a 2-1 defeat to Académico Viseu at the weekend. Nevertheless, their domestic form has been impressive - in fact, they are among the league’s in-form teams, with four wins from five matches since late August. Defensively, they have been excellent, conceding only four goals in eight league fixtures and keeping an impressive five clean sheets in their last six outings. Over that stretch, they have conceded at an exceptionally low rate of just 0.33 goals per game while scoring roughly 1.33 per match, underlining their defensive solidity and balance in attack. Away from home, their performances remain consistent, with the team showing composure and tactical discipline. 

However, Gil Vicente do face some selection issues ahead of this fixture. They have had players sent off in consecutive league games - Hevertton Santos received a second yellow card against Benfica, while Andrew will miss Friday’s match after being sent off against Estrela Amadora for a professional handball offence.