FC Porto vs Hoffenheim tips and predictions

Irrepressible FC Porto?

There's no question FC Porto start as favourites but that's not a reason to get carried away. Without much confidence then, they are picked to get over the line.

If their respective results are a precursor of what's to come, then FC Porto certainly know what victory tastes like. The hosts have secured 13 wins in 19 matches while the travelling side has flattered to deceive at times. They've lost 10 of their recent 16 matches on the road. They're destined to taste defeat again here.

The hosts have built up a head of steam in their previous displays. FC Porto scored two or more goals in 17 of their recent 20 matches while their rearguard players have been backing up the frontline. They've only conceded an average of 0.9 goals over their last 16 games. No doubt they'll see this clash as an opportunity to keep another clean sheet.

Hoffenheim looked shaky under pressure in some of their recent trips. They've conceded two or more goals in 12 of their last 16 away matches. If they concede early that will seal their fate.

The betting markets imply that both sides can score despite the favouritism for FC Porto. It's not a strong view but the odds-against for the BTTS No looks a bit more tempting for this encounter.