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Maritimo vs Academico Viseu Prediction, Tips & Odds

Maritimo vs Academico Viseu

Primeira LigaRegular Season - 3
Maritimo
#8 · Primeira Liga
LLDWD
2 - 2
Referee: L. Filipe
Academico Viseu
#10 · Primeira Liga
WLDLD
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.72
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.66 (implied 60.3%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 62.8% probability (an expert ratio of 1.59). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (62.8% vs 60.3%), driven by both sides' tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Maritimo to win against Academico Viseu, projecting a scoreline of 2-0. Maritimo currently sits at the top of the Primeira Liga standings, having secured a victory in their opening match. With one win, they have scored one goal while keeping a clean sheet, reflecting a solid start to their campaign. Their recent form shows two wins, two draws, and one loss in the last five matches, indicating a competitive edge. On the other hand, Academico Viseu has yet to play a match this season, placing them at 17th in the standings with no points. Their recent form has been mixed, with one win, three draws, and one loss in their last five matches. This lack of competitive play could hinder their ability to find rhythm and chemistry early in the season. The model output gives Maritimo a strong win probability, indicating their current form and league position are significant advantages. However, a potential caveat is that early-season matches can be unpredictable, especially for teams like Academico Viseu that may look to surprise their opponents. The full method, which incorporates expected goals and actual results across the season, can be found in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, crafted by The Daily Punt Analysis Team.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Maritimo Win45%2.01
Draw24%3.28
Academico Viseu Win31%3.81
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.8051.2%

Maritimo have kept a clean sheet in 20% of matches. Academico Viseu average 1.3 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.6656.3%

Maritimo manage games at home, conceding just 1.53 goals per match. Academico Viseu score 1.27 on the road.

Correct Score
Maritimo 1-1 Academico Viseu
5.9017.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 17.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Maritimo -0.5
1.9539%

Maritimo have been the stronger side, winning 33% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
5.90
17.0%
1-0
5.93
16.9%
0-0
7.72
13.0%
2-1
8.16
12.4%
2-0
8.53
11.9%
0-1
8.91
11.3%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 17.0% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Maritimo clean sheets, in line with their 20% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Maritimo
-0.0
1.45
Academico Viseu
+0.0
2.71
Maritimo
-0.3
1.75
Academico Viseu
+0.3
3.30
Maritimo
-0.5
1.95
Academico Viseu
+0.5
3.55
Maritimo
-1.5
4.00
Academico Viseu
+1.5
9.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Maritimo are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Maritimo vs Academico Viseu
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.993.303.802.101.701.851.85
Marathonbet
2.003.283.742.161.671.891.79
Betfair
2.003.253.902.251.601.871.87
Pinnacle
2.083.373.902.221.71
SBO
1.993.123.502.211.66
William Hill
2.003.203.701.951.80
Bet365
2.003.303.902.351.572.001.75
1xBet
2.083.413.892.221.721.891.81
Unibet
1.973.354.002.121.611.911.76
888Sport
2.003.203.702.101.671.951.80
Betano
2.023.303.902.271.671.951.80
Superbet
2.053.303.852.201.681.951.80
BetVictor
1.953.203.702.081.641.901.80

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
88.1%
Over 1.5 Goals
67.9%
Over 2.5 Goals
43.7%
Over 3.5 Goals
23.5%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XMaritimo or Draw
69%1.24
12Maritimo or Academico Viseu
76%1.31
X2Draw or Academico Viseu
55%1.77

Head to Head

Last 6 Meetings (evenly matched 1-1)
1 Maritimo4 Draw1 Academico Viseu
01 Mar
Academico Viseu
3-1
Maritimo
Segunda Liga
Oct 25
Maritimo
2-2
Academico Viseu
Segunda Liga
Mar 25
Maritimo
1-1
Academico Viseu
Segunda Liga
Oct 24
Academico Viseu
0-2
Maritimo
Segunda Liga
May 24
Academico Viseu
2-2
Maritimo
Segunda Liga
Jan 24
Maritimo
1-1
Academico Viseu
Segunda Liga

The head-to-head record between Maritimo and Academico Viseu shows 1 win for Maritimo, 4 draws, and 1 win for Academico Viseu over the last 6 matches. This indicates a largely competitive series, with a notable frequency of draws, suggesting closely matched teams. The scorelines reveal that while there has been a mix of results, only one match ended with a margin greater than one goal, highlighting the tendency for tight encounters. Academico Viseu's last victory in this matchup came in March 2026, which adds to the sense of parity in their recent meetings.

Primeira Liga Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
FC Porto
55001111015
WWWWW
2
Sporting CP
5410145913
WWWWD
3
Santa Clara
532093611
WDWWD
4
Benfica
43101431110
WWWD
5
Arouca
43017349
WLWW
6
GIL Vicente
42113127
LDWW
8
Maritimo
521268-27
LLDWW
10
Academico Viseu
512258-35
WLDLD
16
Alverca
5023510-52
LDLDL
17
Estoril
401327-51
LLLD
18
Casa Pia
5014011-111
DLLLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
MaritimoHome
1W1D1L
3 playedGF 3 · GA 51.33 pts/game
Academico ViseuAway
1W2D0L
3 playedGF 5 · GA 41.67 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
MaritimoAcademico Viseu
1.13Goals p.g.1.27
1.53Goals conceded p.g.1
20%Clean sheets47%
33%Win rate33%
2.67Avg goals in match2.27
48%Possession %
4.0Shots on target / game
3.0Corners per game
Maritimo
Recent Form

Maritimo have won 3 of their last 10 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Benfica 0-3 and drew with Academico Viseu 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 5W 3D 7L from the last 15 games (33% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: MaritimoAll competitions
05 Sept
Maritimo
0-3
Benfica
Primeira Liga
29 Aug
Arouca
2-1
Maritimo
Primeira Liga
22 Aug
Maritimo
2-2
Academico Viseu
Primeira Liga
16 Aug
Famalicao
1-2
Maritimo
Primeira Liga
29 Jul
Maritimo
1-1
Estrela Calheta
Friendlies Clubs
25 Jul
Maritimo
0-0
Machico
Friendlies Clubs
5
Win
33%
3
Draw
20%
7
Lost
47%
Academico Viseu
Recent Form

Academico Viseu have won 3 of their last 8 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 2. Their recent away fixtures include beat Academico Viseu 0-1 and drew with Maritimo 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 5W 5D 5L from the last 15 games (33% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Academico ViseuAll competitions
06 Sept
GIL Vicente
0-1
Academico Viseu
Primeira Liga
29 Aug
Academico Viseu
0-3
FC Porto
Primeira Liga
22 Aug
Maritimo
2-2
Academico Viseu
Primeira Liga
15 Aug
Academico Viseu
0-1
Santa Clara
Primeira Liga
29 Jul
Celta Vigo
2-2
Academico Viseu
Friendlies Clubs
25 Jul
Lusitânia Lourosa
1-0
Academico Viseu
Friendlies Clubs
5
Win
33%
5
Draw
33%
5
Lost
33%

Lineups

Confirmed

Maritimo4-2-3-1Confirmed

4Rafael FernandesDEF
2Igor JuliãoDEF
44Romain CorreiaDEF
23Paulo HenriqueDEF
17Adrián ButzkeFWD
13Alfonso PastorGK
18Vladan DanilovićMID
14Raphael GuzzoMID
10Martín TejónMID
6Rodrigo AndradeMID
11Simo BouzaidiMID
22Gábor SzalaiDEF
15Tomás TavaresDEF
27Samuel BambaFWD
35Bryan LimbombeFWD
90Maurice BoakyeFWD
30Francisco VieitesGK
1Gonçalo TabuaçoGK
21Ibrahim AlaniMID
68Nelio BatistaMID
16Francisco SilvaMID
8Maxime DominguezMID
66Israel AyumaMID

Academico Viseu4-2-3-1Confirmed

2Nikolaos MichelisDEF
75RobinhoDEF
41Anthony CorreiaDEF
5Pedro BarcelosDEF
33André ClóvisFWD
98EwertonGK
14Soufiane MesseguemMID
31João GuilhermeMID
8Cihan KahramanMID
47Lorougnon GohiMID
6André CeitilMID
21Tomás DomingosDEF
44Rúben PereiraDEF
57Gu CostaDEF
10Álvaro ZamoraFWD
22Nils MortimerFWD
11Dominik SteczykFWD
58Matheus SampaioGK
1Marcos LavínGK
45Alejandro MestanzaMID
7Luís SilvaMID
29Andro BabićMID

Unavailable Players

0 players

Maritimo

No reported absences

Academico Viseu

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Under 2.5 Goals1.66 (56.3%)
Value Bets
Maritimo Win2.01 (44.9%)
Academico Viseu Win3.81 (30.9%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.19 (43.7%)
Both Teams Score1.92 (48.8%)
BTTS No1.80 (51.2%)
Speculative
Draw3.28 (24.2%)

Yellow Card Prediction

L. Filipe has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by L. Filipe to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Maritimo average 1.1 goals per match at home; Academico Viseu 1.3 on the road. Open, attack-leaning sides tend to produce more corners; tight, low-event games tend to produce fewer. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Maritimo have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 33% of their matches and averaging 1.1 goals per game. They put 4.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Maritimo player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.