On December 30th at 04:15, a key match in the 16th round of the Portuguese Primeira Liga will see league leaders FC Porto take on bottom-placed AVS Futebol SAD at the Estádio do Dragão. FC Porto is in excellent form, having won five consecutive matches across all competitions. They have won all eight home league games this season, averaging over three goals per game, and displaying strong attacking and defensive capabilities, having scored 14 goals and conceded only 3. However, the team will be without defensive core players, Bednarek and Pepe, while forward, Caramo, is doubtful. Despite these absences, FC Porto has sufficient squad depth, with key attackers like Evanilson and Galeno in good form. AVS Futebol SAD is struggling to avoid relegation, having lost their last three league matches. Their away form has been particularly poor, with a weak attack and a porous defence. The team is also dealing with significant injuries and suspensions, with key players like Ferreira and Santos, among five first-team regulars, sidelined, significantly weakening their squad. Historically, FC Porto has a significant advantage in encounters, winning three and drawing one of the last five meetings, indicating a strong psychological edge. FC Porto is expected to continue their winning streak in this match. Recommendation: Over 3.25 goals.