Estoril vs Academica betting tips 2 September 2013 Portuguese Liga By Neuro

Estoril vs Academica betting tips 2 September 2013 Portuguese Liga: "Estoril is coming from a midweek game in Europa League play-off round as they were hosted by the Austrian Superfund Pasching for a rematch. Portuguese side scored an early goal they wanted, in 21st minute and the match turned to formality as the first leg was won by 2:0, finally winning the second one too with a 2:1 result."

With this victory, Estoril continued great start into the new season, as the team got qualification for the group stage of Europa League being unbeaten in four qualifying matches, having three victories and a draw. Start in the domestic league is also great for them, having two victories out of two rounds played. Returning to championship duties, team will try to get the third consecutive victory, proving that the right course in previous season wasn’t a coincidence. Coach Marcelo Silva expects tight match against Academica, team that might have a bad start, but is nowhere close to an easy opponent. Left midfielders Babanco and striker Gerso finally overcome their injuries and will be included into roster, while captain and defensive midfielder Joao Coimbra and left back Tiago Gomes are injured from the start of the season and still unavailable.Academica hosted Sporing Lisbon in the last round’s match previous weekend. Guests entered the game much stronger and took the 2:0 lead already in the first halftime, adding two more goals in the second half too, for more than fair and deserved victory over their hosts.

With this defeat, Academica made a poor start into the season having two consecutive defeats, being unable to score even once, while they conceded six goals into those two games. Poor start in the season has already caused concerns in the team, with coach Sergio Conceicao delaying the next training so he could speak with the players regarding their previous performance. The coach has asked for improvement, although accepting he understands the things won’t get easier against in-form Estoril. Experienced central defender Hallilche (2/0) will be absent for next month and a half, causing problems for the visitors’ back line. Goalkeeper Fabio Santos and midfielders Makelele and Fernando Alexandre remain sidelined from the start of the season.

Estoril have won their last seven home matches in Liga Sagres.

Estoril have scored at least two goals in their last eight home matches in Liga Sagres.

Academica have lost seven of their last eight away matches in Liga Sagres

Estoril might be a bit more tired cause of their Europa League duties, but have started the season in a much better way than their opponent did. They have way better atmosphere, playing in front of their own fans and being more quality side should take the victory tonight easy or hard.

Bet: Estoril Wins