Arouca vs Leixoes tips and predictions

Arouca might not have things all their own way

Arouca are a level above Leixoes but it is hard to get excited about backing them.

Arouca are odds-on favourites but that short price has made them unbackable. Leixoes don't look likely to get the win but they might present a few questions to the hosts.

These sides have both shown form in front of goal in recent outings. Arouca have averaged 1.8 goals in their last 8 home starts and Leixoes have averaged 2.8 goals in their last 5 away campaigns.

In previous matches in this head-to-head 3 of the last 7 have finished on level terms.

Arouca are the clear favourites but things could get interesting if Leixoes can put up a fight. The BTTS Yes will be a live bet throughout proceedings.

Arouca have drawn 5 of their last 12 matches, including their most recent match when they drew 1-1 with Feirense in November. Leixoes have drawn 6 of their last 11 matches on the road. This could be a barnstormer but without finding reason to justify a home or away win in the match odds, the pick has to be with the value offered up by the draw price.

Of course, Arouca are a top tier side and with the added home advantage it will be interesting to see how Leixoes adapt to the challenge.