Nacional vs Vitoria Guimarães predictions, May 16, 2026

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As Atletico Nacional prepares to host Vitoria Guimarães in an eagerly anticipated Liga Portugal matchup on May 17, 2026, both teams bring notable contrasting form into the encounter. Atletico Nacional has secured two wins in their last five outings, showcasing resilience and an ability to contest tightly fought matches. Conversely, Vitoria Guimarães enters this fixture with a stronger recent record, having clinched three victories in their past five games, which hints at a robust attacking presence.

Bookmakers currently favor the home side with odds of 1.84 for Atletico Nacional, while Vitoria Guimarães stands at 3.64 away. Statistical models suggest a likelihood of 53.1% for a home win, emphasizing Nacional’s advantage in front of their home crowd. The predicted final score of 2-1 underscores the expectation for a closely contested match, where tactical superiority, particularly in midfield control and set-piece execution, could shift the tide.

While both teams possess the potential to secure points, Atletico Nacional will need to capitalize on their home advantage, while Vitoria Guimarães will aim to maintain their recent momentum. Ultimately, the outcome remains uncertain, making this an intriguing clash for fans and bettors alike.

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Nacional
50.3%
Draw
25%
Guimarães
24.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.96 3.75 3.71
betsson 1.88 3.7 3.7
MarathonBet 1.91 4.06 3.85 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.85 3.8 3.5
Pinnacle 1.94 3.74 3.63

Latest Results

11.05.26 CD Santa Clara – Atletico Nacional – 2:0
02.05.26 Atletico Nacional – AVS Futebol SAD – 1:2
25.04.26 CD Tondela – Atletico Nacional – 0:2
18.04.26 Atletico Nacional – FC Alverca – 1:0
12.04.26 SL Benfica – Atletico Nacional – 2:0
11.05.26 Vitoria Guimarães – Casa Pia – 0:1
04.05.26 Sporting Lisbon – Vitoria Guimarães – 5:1
25.04.26 Vitoria Guimarães – Rio Ave FC – 2:0
18.04.26 Gil Vicente – Vitoria Guimarães – 0:1
11.04.26 AVS Futebol SAD – Vitoria Guimarães – 0:1

Facts

  • An outsider and a mid-table team will play in this game (ranked 14 and 8).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nacional won 1.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • In this match, Nacional is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Nacional won 7 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 25:27. (average 1.4:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nacional won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 12:10. (average 1.5:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Vitoria Guimarães – Atletico Nacional – 2:1
    03.05.25 Atletico Nacional – Vitoria Guimarães – 1:2
    23.12.24 Vitoria Guimarães – Atletico Nacional – 2:2
    26.04.21 Atletico Nacional – Vitoria Guimarães – 1:0
    21.01.21 Vitoria Guimarães – Atletico Nacional – 3:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 FC Porto ✔ 33 27 4 2 65:18 47 85
    2 Sporting CP 33 24 7 2 86:24 62 79
    3 Benfica 33 22 11 0 71:24 47 77
    4 Braga ✔ 33 16 10 7 62:34 28 58
    5 Famalicao 33 14 11 8 41:29 12 53
    6 Gil Vicente 33 13 11 9 47:35 12 50
    7 Moreirense 33 12 6 15 37:49 -12 42
    8 Vitoria Guimaraes 33 12 6 15 39:49 -10 42
    9 Estoril 33 10 9 14 53:54 -1 39
    10 Arouca 33 11 6 16 44:63 -19 39
    11 Alverca 33 10 9 14 35:51 -16 39
    12 Santa Clara 33 9 9 15 32:40 -8 36
    13 Rio Ave 33 8 11 14 34:56 -22 35
    14 Nacional 33 8 7 18 35:45 -10 31
    15 Estrela 33 6 11 16 36:54 -18 29
    16 Casa Pia 33 6 11 16 30:56 -26 29
    17 Tondela 33 6 10 17 26:52 -26 28
    18 AFS ✔ 33 3 11 19 27:67 -40 20

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