Braga vs Real Madrid Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips

🏆 Braga vs Real Madrid UCL Prediction

Given the chasm that exists between these two sides in terms of their historic attainment and pedigree, it’s not really surprising that they’ve never met before in competitive matches. It’s also interesting to note that Real Madrid have played a staggering 478 matches in European Cup and Champions League tournaments (winning 287 of these), while Braga have only contested 24 since first qualifying for the UCL ahead of the 2010/11 season.

Of course, both sides are more evenly matched in terms of their most recent form, with Braga winning their last four matches in all competitions (scoring 13 goals during this run) and Los Blancos also claiming four consecutive victories since a 3-1 defeat to bitter rivals Atletico on September 24th. However, Madrid’s run of good form also extends back to the tail end of last season, with the recent derby loss the side’s sole defeat in 14 matches since May 1st.

So, while Madrid are far from fallible and can occasionally be vulnerable in defensive transitions, they’re incredibly hard to beat and currently boast arguably the world’s best player in midfielder Jude Bellingham. Given this and Madrid’s superior individual quality, I’m backing them to record a comfortable victory at the Estádio Municipal de Braga.

💯 Braga vs Real Madrid UCL Match Odds

You can bet on a huge selection of outcomes and markets ahead of the Braga vs Real Madrid match, including the match winner or result, whether both sides will score (or not) and the over/under for total goals scored in the game. Here’s the relevant odds from the best Champions League betting sites.

🏅 Braga vs Real Madrid: Match Winner

Obviously, betting on the Braga vs Real Madrid match winner or outcome is the most popular wagering market, although Los Blancos are the favourites to beat their less esteemed rivals.

Team
Braga to Win	5.80	5.50	5.55	5.25	6.00
Real Madrid to Win	1.50	1.48	1.46	1.44	1.50
Draw	4.50	4.50	4.65	4.40	4.50

⚽ Braga vs Real Madrid: Both Teams To Score

You can also bet on whether both sides will score (BTTS) or not in the clash between Braga and Real Madrid. Interestingly, Braga have only kept clean sheets in two of their 14 competitive matches so far this season, with the last of these coming against Panathinaikos in the second leg of a UCL qualifying tie on August 29th.

Yes/No
Yes	1.55	1.60	1.54	1.57	1.50
No	2.35	2.30	2.33	2.30	2.11

🥅 Braga vs Real Madrid: Over/Under 2.5 Goals

Braga’s encounters have certainly been goal-laden this season, with their 14 matches in all competitions yielding 54 goals at a rate of 3.85 per game. While the corresponding value for Madrid is a little lower at 2.90, the statistics suggest that we’re likely to see over 2.5 goals scored in this particular Champions League game.

Under/Over
Over 2.5 Goals	1.40	1.48	1.43	1.44	1.47
Under 2.5 Goals	2.45	2.50	2.60	2.60	2.50

1️⃣ Braga Update

You’re almost guaranteed an entertaining contest when Braga play, with the team’s previous seven matches alone producing a total of 31 goals at a rate of 4.42 per game. This stat highlights both the team’s attacking qualities and its defensive vulnerabilities, with the enforced absence of 23-year-old right back Víctor Gómez certainly making Braga more porous. However, Braga’s form has definitely improved of late after a difficult start to the season, with the team’s recent four-match winning run following a period of just one victory in four across all competitions. So, they should at least kick off against Madrid in more confident mood!

Aside from the muscle injury to Víctor Gómez (which is likely to rule the Spaniard out of the clash against Madrid), Sporting Braga are all at full strength ahead of Los Blancos’ visit. This will afford them the best possible chance of creating a Champions League shock!

2️⃣ Real Madrid Update

Madrid have been typically efficient in both the attacking and defensive thirds so far this season, despite not yet hitting top gear. This is reflected by their performance in relation to expected goals, with Los Blancos having scored 2.7 goals more than projected so far this season. They’ve also outperformed their expected goals-against tally by a whopping 5.50 in La Liga, while losing just one of their previous 14 games dating back to the end of 2022/23 campaign. Jude Bellingham embodies Madrid’s effectiveness this season too, scoring 10 goals and registering three assists in 10 just appearances while also providing an impressive 24 shot-creating actions.

Madrid could be boosted by the return of experienced Austrian defender David Alaba in Portugal, as he completes his recovery from adductor problems. However, keeper Thibaut Courtois and centre-back Éder Militão (both ruptured cruciate ligaments) remain long-term absentees, while backup goalie Andriy Lunin is also a doubt with a back complaint.

👕 Braga vs Real Madrid - Potential Lineups

✒️ Lewis Humphries – Expert Tipster

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