Santa Clara vs Tondela Prediction and Expert Tips

Santa Clara vs Tondela Match Preview

The beginning was a little tough for the Santa Clara team this Liga Portugal season. Consecutive losses in rounds one and two may have led a few to believe that they are going to finish this season on a low note. But Vasco Matos’ team did succeed in developing a momentum from the third match of the season and are currently on a four-match unbeaten run in the campaign. They now possess two each of victories, draws and losses and are placed at 9th in the table.

Tondela, on the other hand, is struggling like a newcomer. Their last three games’ numbers are superior when pitted against the opening three since they began the season losing three consecutively. With two draws and four losses, Tondela occupies second from bottom on the league table.

Santa Clara boasts a three-game head-to-head unbeaten record against Tondela and won the last two encounters consecutively. Santa Clara’s home record is yet another morale booster as they possess a six-game head-to-head unbeaten record against Tondela. Thus, we anticipate yet another challenging match for Tondela at Estadio de Sao Miguel on Saturday.

Santa Clara vs Tondela Prediction

Santa Clara recovered from the home losing start by recording two home games without defeat. They last played at home and registered a 2-1 victory over Alverca and this is important in this confrontation because they still have not hosted a new team. Assuming that we do not count the home run of Santa Clara, they will still remain favorites to triumph in this confrontation because Tondela lost all their away trips this season so far.

What makes this even more disappointing is the poor defensive and attacking line of Tondela. The defense conceded 7 goals in three games while their attack is still to score a goal away from home.

When pitting Tondela against Alverca, the Alverca attack was at least reasonable while Tondela is toothless. As Santa Clara possess a solid defence which have conceded only 3 goals in six matches, we do not foresee a double sided encounter here. So, in addition to the home win option, under 2.5 goals and both teams to score: No option appears like a good bet alternative.

Peter Green- September 24, 2025

Santa Clara vs Tondela Betting Tips

Santa Clara to win

OK

1.70 Odds

Under 2.5 goals & Both teams to score: No

OK

1.83 Odds