Porto vs Santa Clara predictions, May 16, 2026

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On May 17, 2026, FC Porto will host CD Santa Clara in a pivotal Liga Portugal clash at home. The recent form of both teams sets the stage for an intriguing matchup. FC Porto has been in solid shape, securing victories in 3 out of their last 5 outings, showcasing their offensive prowess and tactical discipline. They are known for a dynamic attacking style, backed by a sturdy defense that has historically made it challenging for opponents to break through.

Conversely, CD Santa Clara has managed to win only 2 of their last 5 matches, indicating inconsistencies in their performances. They will need to tighten their defensive organization and find creative solutions in the midfield to disrupt Porto’s rhythm.

Bookmakers favor a home win, reflected in the odds of 1.38 for Porto, while Santa Clara stands at 7.63 for an away victory. Our model predicts a 71.8% probability of a Porto win, underscoring their dominance on home soil. However, with football’s unpredictable nature, Santa Clara could capitalize on any defensive lapses from Porto. As such, while FC Porto are favorites, the outcome remains uncertain and every match presents its own challenges.

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Porto 70.2%

Draw 19.3%

Santa Clara 10.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.35	5.03	9.18
	1.35	4.7	8.8
	1.36	5.21	9.45	Watch and Bet
	1.33	4.6	8.5
	1.33	5.17	8.75

Latest Results

10.05.26 AVS Futebol SAD – FC Porto – 3:1 02.05.26 FC Porto – FC Alverca – 1:0 26.04.26 Estrela da Amadora – FC Porto – 1:2 22.04.26 FC Porto – Sporting Lisbon – 0:0 19.04.26 FC Porto – CD Tondela – 2:0

11.05.26 CD Santa Clara – Atletico Nacional – 2:0 02.05.26 FC Arouca – CD Santa Clara – 2:2 26.04.26 CD Santa Clara – SC Braga – 2:1 18.04.26 Casa Pia – CD Santa Clara – 0:0 11.04.26 CD Santa Clara – Rio Ave FC – 0:2

Facts

Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (League phase: ) and 12).

Porto is Confirmed as championsnQualified for Champions League (League phase )

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Porto won 4.

Porto is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Santa Clara has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

In this match, Porto is the undisputed favorite.

In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Porto won 14 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 28:9. (average 1.6:0.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Porto won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 13:3. (average 1.6:0.4).

Latest Head To Head

04.01.26 CD Santa Clara – FC Porto – 0:1 26.01.25 FC Porto – CD Santa Clara – 1:1 16.08.24 CD Santa Clara – FC Porto – 0:2 29.02.24 CD Santa Clara – FC Porto – 1:2 15.04.23 FC Porto – CD Santa Clara – 2:1

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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