Anderlecht vs FC Porto Prediction & Betting Tips (28 November)

Everything is going well for the moment for Anderlecht in this Europa League. Solid, the Belgians have already been able to amass 10 points during the first 4 days by winning their first 3 matches against Ferencvaros 2-1, Real Sociedad 1-2 and Ludogorets 2-0 before being held in check by Rigas FC 1-1 on the last day. Also, they occupy a very good 4th place in the ranking and they are therefore very well on their way to qualifying for the next round in February. At the same time, in the Pro League, the Mauves are also in 4th place in the ranking after their 2 demonstrations against Kortrijk 4-0 and Cercles Bruges 0-5. On Sunday, they face La Gantoise with the hope of being able to climb onto the podium. FC Porto, for their part, is undoubtedly one of the disappointments of this league phase of the Europa League for the moment.

Indeed, the Portuguese are only in 22nd place in the rankings for this tournament and their performances have so far left something to be desired. Beaten from the start by Bodo-Glimt 3-2, they were then able to hold Manchester United in check 3-3 before achieving their only success for the moment against Hoffenheim 2-0. On the other hand, the Dragons quickly fell back, losing to Lazio 2-1 at the start of the month. In the league, Porto is already behind in the title race despite its 2nd place since it is 6 points behind the leader, Sporting. The Blues and Whites also fell heavily against Benfica 4-1 and they will have to bounce back in the cup against Moreirense in the cup next weekend .

On the Brussels side, former Belgian internationals Vertonghen and Torgan Hazard who are injured. Same observation regarding senior defender Augustinsson and potentially starting midfielders Ashimeru and Dendoncker who are also in the infirmary. At the forefront, we could certainly find the former Niçois Dolberg who is a hit with the Mauves at the start of the season. The Dane has actually already scored 8 goals in the league and one in this Europa League. For the Dragons, defender Ivan Marcano, unused until now, and replacement midfielder Grujic, must still withdraw this week.

Otherwise, coach Vitor Bruno should be able to count on all of his strengths. FC Porto can count on its formidable offensive duo composed of the Spaniard Aghehowa and the Brazilian Galeno who have both found the fault 8 times in the league. The first city has also scored 4 times in this Europa League. Also watch out for the Spaniard Nico Gonzalez (3 goals) and the Brazilian Pepê (3 goals).