Match Summary
Sporting CP defeated Estoril 3:0. The match was played in Primeira Liga 2025. Goals were scored by L. Suarez 6′, L. Suarez 16′, D. Braganca 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting CP had 53% possession while Estoril held 47%. Sporting CP had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Estoril. Expected goals: Sporting CP 2.26 — Estoril 0.62. Sporting CP made 5 substitutions, Estoril made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting CP and Estoril — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: M. Hjulmand
assist: N. Santos
Match Statistics
Sporting CP had 53% possession against Estoril's 47%. Sporting CP registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Estoril managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–1. Fouls committed: 9–16.
Lineups
Sporting CP lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Rui Borges, while Estoril deployed a 4-3-1-2 under Ian Cathro.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting CP is 7.23, compared to 6.95 for Estoril. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sporting CP's highest-rated starter is G. Inacio (7.60), while Estoril's best-rated player is J. Holsgrove (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting CP have contributed 42 goals and 26 assists this season, led by L. Suarez (24G). Estoril's starters account for 33 goals and 23 assists, spearheaded by Y. Begraoui (17G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Sporting CP deploy 4 defenders rated 7.22 on average, against Estoril's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Sporting CP field 5 midfielders averaging 7.18, versus Estoril's 4 rated 7.19. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Sporting CP start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.41, compared to 2 for Estoril averaging 6.74. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Sporting CP and 76% for Estoril. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Sporting CP's starters have collected 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 23 for Estoril. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sporting CP's starting XI is 24.6 (youngest: Luis Guilherme (19), oldest: L. Suarez (28)), while Estoril average 27.0 (youngest: Y. Begraoui (24), oldest: J. Robles (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Sporting CP's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 25 for Estoril. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting CP have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Estoril show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting CP and Estoril have met 1 times — Sporting CP won 1, Estoril won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sporting CP leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026