Napoli vs Braga prediction and betting tips on December 12, 2023
Oliver White
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
In the final round of the UEFA Champions League group stage, Napoli will face the Portuguese side Braga. The match will take place in Naples on Tuesday, December 12, with kickoff scheduled for 9:00 PM Central European Time.
Napoli
Napoli has been struggling in their recent matches, currently enduring a three-game losing streak. After their defeat against Real Madrid, Walter Mazzarri's team suffered two consecutive losses, first against Inter at home and then falling short against Juventus away. Napoli needs only a draw in the upcoming match to secure qualification for the Champions League playoffs, but it's unlikely they'll opt for a defensive strategy in front of their supporters.
Braga
Braga has been in good form lately. In the Portuguese league, after 13 rounds, they hold the fourth position, trailing Sporting and Porto by just two points. However, in the Champions League, Braga hasn't performed as well. To continue their journey in the Champions League, they must defeat Napoli. Nevertheless, a draw will suffice for them to secure a spot in the Europa League playoffs.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- Napoli has failed to secure a win at home in six consecutive matches.
- Braga won their previous two matches with an identical scoreline of 3-1.
- In the previous encounter in Portugal, Napoli secured a victory with a 2-1 scoreline.
Prediction
With Braga having no room for setbacks and Napoli's unconvincing home performances, it's suggested that both teams will score in this encounter.
