On Saturday, 17th May 2025, **FC Porto** will host **Nacional** in what promises to be an exciting Primeira Liga encounter. The match kicks off at 17:00 UTC, which translates to 19:00 CEST for viewers in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 18:00 BST in the UK. This fixture, taking place in Round 34 of the 2024/25 season, could be crucial for both sides’ ambitions.
With the league title race heating up and European qualification spots still up for grabs, this showdown at Estádio do Dragão carries significant weight. Whether you’re planning to watch live or placing a bet, keep an eye on the timing—kick-off begins at 17:00 UTC sharp.
How are both teams coming into this?
**Porto** come into this match off the back of a strong home record, having won six of their last eight Primeira Liga games at Estádio do Dragão. Their attacking prowess has been particularly impressive, and they’ll be eager to maintain momentum as they push for the top spot.
On the other side, **Nacional** have shown resilience away from home but have struggled for consistency. A draw or narrow defeat here would still be viewed as a moral victory for the visitors. They’ll be looking to frustrate Porto’s fluid style and maybe snatch a result on the break.
Our forecast
We expect **FC Porto** to dominate possession and create the bulk of the chances. Given their recent form, a victory seems likely. Look for Porto to score early and control the tempo, forcing Nacional to chase the game.
That said, Nacional’s defensive discipline could keep the scoreline respectable. We anticipate a final score of 2-0 in favour of Porto, with over 1.5 goals being a solid betting option for those looking to back the home side’s attacking strength.
Best odds
Bet365: Porto win 1.30, Draw 5.00, Nacional win 9.50
William Hill: Porto win 1.28, Draw 5.20, Nacional win 9.00
Betfair: Porto win 1.35, Draw 5.10, Nacional win 9.20
