Estrela Amadora
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>Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão Prediction & Betting Tips – 05/09/2026
Estrela Amadora welcome Famalicão to the Estádio José Gomes on Saturday 9 May for a Liga Portugal fixture that carries real weight at both ends of the table. The hosts, sitting eighth, are unbeaten in five matches across all competitions and will fancy their chances of climbing towards the top half. Famalicão, by contrast, languish in fourteenth and remain without a league victory this season, their goalscoring form having dried up completely over recent weeks. For Carlos Carvalhal's side, this trip to Amadora feels like a must-not-lose occasion.
Match Analysis
Estrela Amadora enter this Liga Portugal Round 5 fixture as the home favourite at 3.00, sitting six places and three points above Famalicão. Unbeaten in five across all competitions, Pepa's side boast seven league goals in four outings.
- 7 goals scored in 4 Liga Portugal matches, the most productive attack in this head-to-head.
- Unbeaten in 5 consecutive matches across all competitions, including a 3-2 win at Nacional.
- Stoica, Marcus and Antonetti form a dangerous attacking trio with proven Liga Portugal output.
- 3 draws in last 6 H2H meetings favour the 1X angle, protecting against a stubborn Famalicão side.
Famalicão arrive at Estádio José Gomes priced at 2.30, still winless this season with just two points from four Liga Portugal matches. Carlos Carvalhal's side has been blanked in consecutive outings, raising serious doubts about their attacking threat on the road.
- 0 goals scored in their last two Liga Portugal matches, a deeply worrying attacking drought.
- Only 2 league goals all season from 4 matches, the lowest output among sides near the relegation zone.
- DLLDD form underlines a side lacking confidence, cohesion and cutting edge away from home.
Key point: With Famalicão blanked twice running and both sides historically tight in H2H fixtures, 1.65 offers a compelling complement to the 1X prediction.
Form & Statistics: Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão
Estrela Amadora
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Famalicão
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão
Estrela Amadora
Starters
- 1 Léo Linck
- 2 Stefan Leković
- 3 Luan Patrick
- 4 Rafa Soares
- 5 Jefferson Encada
- 6 Lovro Zvonarek
- 7 Eddy Doué
- 8 Santiago Ferreira Serra
- 9 Leandro Antonetti
- 10 Abraham Marcus
- 11 Ianis Stoica
Absent
- Diogo Fonseca (injury)
- Robinho (injury)
- Joan Jordán (long-term injury / physical discomfort)
- Bernardo (muscle injury)
Famalicão
Starters
- 1 Lazar Carević
- 2 Rodrigo Pinheiro
- 3 Finn van Breemen
- 4 Léo Realpe
- 5 Pedro Bondo
- 6 Mathias de Amorim
- 7 Tom van de Looi
- 8 Sorriso
- 9 Óscar Aranda
- 10 Paulo Moreira
- 11 Georgios Koutsias
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 against a 4-2-3-1 sets up an intriguing midfield contest at Estádio José Gomes. Estrela Amadora will look to Lovro Zvonarek to dictate tempo through the centre, while Famalicão's double pivot is designed to screen their back four and frustrate the home side's attacking transitions.
Both lineups carry probable status from the same source, so treat the selections as well-informed rather than definitive. Famalicão's shape invites pressure before hitting on the counter, and Georgios Koutsias as the lone striker will be central to whether the visitors can absorb Estrela's wide threat and punish on the break.
Our Verdict
The double chance on Estrela Amadora, covered by the home win price at 3.00, represents the standout selection here. Pepa's side are unbeaten in five across all competitions, while Famalicão have failed to score in their last two outings and remain winless in the league. That attacking disparity, seven goals to two across their recent head-to-head meetings, tilts the balance firmly. Famalicão's draw at 3.10 offers some insurance within the 1X selection, but a home win looks the likeliest route. Prediction: 1X (62% confidence). Odds correct at time of publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão?
The double chance covering home or draw represents the most compelling angle here, supported by 3.00 for the home side. Estrela Amadora are unbeaten in five matches and have outscored Famalicão seven goals to two in Liga Portugal this season, whilst Famalicão remain winless and have failed to score in their last two outings.
What time does Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão kick off?
This Liga Portugal fixture kicks off at 14:30 UTC on Saturday, 5th September 2026. The match takes place at Estádio José Gomes, Estrela Amadora's home ground in Reboleira, on the outskirts of Lisbon. Supporters are advised to check their local time zone when planning to follow the action.
Where can I watch Estrela Amadora vs Famalicão on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Liga Portugal fixtures vary depending on your territory. In Portugal, matches are typically covered by Sport TV, whilst international viewers may find coverage via streaming platforms holding regional rights. We recommend checking your local listings or the official Liga Portugal channels to confirm where this particular fixture is being shown live.
What is Estrela Amadora's recent record against Famalicão?
The recent head-to-head record between these two sides is notably draw-heavy. Of the last six Liga Portugal meetings, three have ended level, underlining a pattern of competitive, tight encounters. Estrela Amadora have not dominated the fixture historically, which adds weight to the draw remaining a realistic outcome when the two sides meet at Estádio José Gomes.