Famalicao vs Maritimo Predictions
Primeira Liga · Portugal
Famalicao
Full Time
0 - 0
AI predicted 1 - 1
Maritimo
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
Match Result
7.2/10Marítimo Edge Famalicão in Hard-Fought Away Victory
Marítimo kicked off their Primeira Liga campaign with a gritty 2-1 away win over Famalicão at the Estádio Municipal de Famalicão. Despite the hosts dominating possession with 67% and firing 14 shots to Marítimo's 9, it was the visitors who made their chances count, overturning an early deficit to claim all three points. Famalicão struck first in the 8th minute, capitalizing on their early momentum. However, Marítimo responded strongly, equalizing in the 21st minute and holding firm under pressure for the remainder of the match. The visitors' resolute defending and clinical finishing proved decisive, as Famalicão struggled to convert their territorial advantage into goals.
💀 AI Prediction Report
DOWN BADPredicted
1 - 1
Actual
1 - 2
💰 Bet Results0/2 hit
Key Moments
8' — Goal
Georgios Koutsias opens the scoring for Famalicão, finishing a flowing move.
21' — Goal
Adrián Butzke levels for Marítimo, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
35' — Yellow Card
Famalicão's only booking as tempers flare in midfield.
54' — Yellow Card
Marítimo's first yellow as they break up a dangerous attack.
79' — Yellow Card
Second Marítimo yellow for time-wasting as they protect their lead.
Famalicao
Famalicão started brightly, taking an early lead and controlling the tempo with a commanding 67% possession. Their 14 shots and 5 corners reflected their attacking intent, but a lack of cutting edge in the final third proved costly. Despite sustained pressure, they managed just 4 shots on target and were ultimately undone by Marítimo's efficiency on the break. The midfield duo of Tom Van De Looi and Mathias De Amorim orchestrated play well, but the hosts' inability to capitalize on key moments left them frustrated. Defensively, they were caught out twice, highlighting a need for greater concentration against counter-attacking sides.
Key Players
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Maritimo
Marítimo delivered a disciplined away performance, absorbing pressure and striking effectively on the counter. With only 33% possession and 9 shots, they matched Famalicão's 4 shots on target, demonstrating clinical efficiency in front of goal. Their defensive line, marshaled by Rafael Fernandes and Romain Correia, stood firm under sustained attacks. The midfield trio worked tirelessly to disrupt Famalicão's rhythm, while the front three capitalized on their limited opportunities. Marítimo's ability to convert chances and maintain composure under pressure was key to their victory.
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Tactical Analysis
Famalicão lined up in a 4-2-3-1, seeking to dominate possession and build through midfield. Their double pivot provided stability, while the attacking trio supported Koutsias up front. Despite their territorial advantage, they struggled to penetrate Marítimo's compact 4-3-3 block, often resorting to shots from distance. Marítimo, meanwhile, prioritized defensive solidity and quick transitions. Their midfield trio disrupted Famalicão's rhythm, while the front three pressed selectively and exploited spaces left by the hosts' advanced fullbacks. Tactical fouls and disciplined shape allowed Marítimo to weather the storm and strike decisively.
Turning Point
Adrián Butzke's equalizer in the 21st minute shifted momentum and set the stage for Marítimo's resilient display.
Man of the Match
Adrián Butzke
His equalizing goal and tireless work up front were pivotal in Marítimo's comeback win.
Famalicao vs Maritimo: Match Preview
Both Famalicao and Maritimo come into the second round of the Primeira Liga on the back of solid, if unspectacular, starts—Famalicao drew 1-1 away at Estoril, while Maritimo edged Casa Pia 1-0 at home. With both sides occupying top-four spots early in the campaign and neither showing clear attacking superiority, the table remains highly compressed and motivation is high to maintain unbeaten starts.
The underlying rates point to a low-scoring contest. Famalicao's last five matches average just 0.8 goals scored and conceded per game, while Maritimo have managed 1 goal for and 0 against in their only league outing, with friendly form also suggesting limited attacking output. Shot and chance creation numbers are low for both—Famalicao managed just 2 shots on target in their opener, Maritimo 4 from 16 shots but only 39% possession. Both sides have kept three clean sheets in their last five, and the H2H record is dominated by draws and low scores.
Given the statistical deadlock and lack of clear attacking edge, the model expects a cagey affair with few clear chances. The most likely outcome is a 1-1 draw, reflecting both teams' conservative profiles and the historical tendency for this fixture to finish level. Under 2.5 goals is strongly supported by both teams' recent numbers and the distribution of past meetings.
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Over 2.5 Goals
26%
BTTS: Yes
34%
Likely Scores
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Famalicao vs Maritimo Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Famalicao vs Maritimo that most previews miss.
- 1Famalicao have drawn four of their last eight matches against Maritimo, including two 1-1s and two 0-0s.
- 2Both teams have averaged under 1 shot on target per game across their last five matches (Famalicao 0.4, Maritimo 0.8).
- 3In the last five H2H at Famalicao, only one match has produced over 2.5 goals.
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Where the Model Sees Value: Famalicao vs Maritimo(3)
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Correct Score: 1–1
Both teams have averaged exactly 1 goal scored and 1 or fewer conceded in the opening league round, and the last five H2H meetings at this ground have seen three draws, two of them 1-1 or 0-0.
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Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
Both sides have seen under 2.5 goals in their only league match this season, and the last five matches for each team average under 1 goal scored per game; model probability 71%.
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Draw: Draw
Four of the last eight H2H have ended level and both teams' early season numbers suggest little between them, with Famalicao drawing their opener and Maritimo keeping a clean sheet but scoring just once.
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The Case For This Famalicao vs Maritimo Prediction
Statistically, this fixture projects as a low-scoring, tightly-matched contest. Both sides opened the season with a single goal scored—Famalicao away at Estoril (1-1), Maritimo at home to Casa Pia (1-0)—and neither attack has shown high output or shot volume in recent matches. The historical head-to-head leans towards close games, with four draws in the last eight meetings and only one match in that span seeing more than three goals.
Key Factors at a Glance
Attack
- →Both teams have averaged just 1 goal scored per game in the league so far.
Match Context
- →Famalicao have drawn four of their last eight matches against Maritimo.
- →Neither side has a home or away league record this season, increasing uncertainty.
🚩 Famalicao vs Maritimo Corners Prediction
low confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 5.3 corners for Famalicao and 4.3 for Maritimo, for an expected total of 9.5. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (52%). Over 8.5: 61% · Over 10.5: 35%.
How Famalicao and Maritimo Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Famalicao vs Maritimo Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
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Occasional threat
Maritimolast 5 matchesOccasional threat
Famalicao's form is steady but unspectacular, with a single league draw (1-1 at Estoril) and a string of low-scoring friendlies preceding the campaign. Maritimo began with a narrow 1-0 win over Casa Pia and have also kept things tight defensively, conceding just once in their last five competitive and friendly outings. Neither side is showing much attacking momentum, but both are proving difficult to break down.
Famalicao vs Maritimo — Last 1 Matches
What History Says: Famalicao vs Maritimo
Famalicao are unbeaten in the last eight meetings with Maritimo, securing four wins and four draws. The fixture has a strong draw tendency, with three of the last five at this ground ending level and only one match in that span seeing more than three goals. Tight margins and low scores are the historical norm.
Famalicao vs Maritimo Head-to-Head History
Last 8 meetings between these sides
4
Famalicao wins
4
Draws
0
Maritimo wins
Things to Watch: Famalicao vs Maritimo
- ⚠️Only one league game played for each side—season rates are based on small samples.
- ⚠️No available odds, so value calculations and expected value are not provided.
- ⚠️No home/away league data for this season for either team; home advantage is estimated from historical rates.
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Final Verdict
Famalicao 1–1 MaritimoA 1-1 draw is the statistical centre of this matchup, underpinned by both teams' low scoring rates (1.0 goals per game in the league so far) and a H2H record littered with stalemates. The biggest risk to this projection is the small sample size from the new season—either side could break pattern if early defensive solidity proves illusory.
Famalicao vs Maritimo: Common Questions
Who will win Famalicao vs Maritimo?
The model gives Famalicao a 35% chance of winning, Maritimo 27%, and the draw is most likely at 38%. Both teams have started the season with low-scoring, tight games and the head-to-head record is dominated by draws.
Will there be over or under 2.5 goals in Famalicao vs Maritimo?
Under 2.5 goals is strongly favoured at 71% probability. Both teams have averaged just 1 goal scored per game in the league, and recent H2H meetings have mostly been low-scoring.
Is both teams to score likely in Famalicao vs Maritimo?
Both teams to score is rated at 44%, with 'No' (at least one clean sheet) slightly more probable at 56%. Both sides have kept three clean sheets in their last five matches.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Famalicao vs Maritimo: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 9 August 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.