Maritimo – Vitória SC

Maritimo host Vitória SC in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table, with the hosts sitting in 10th place on seven points after two wins, one draw and two defeats and a modest –2 goal difference (6‑8). Vitória SC, currently 13th with four points from one win, one draw and four losses and a –3 goal deficit (4‑7), will be desperate to close the gap and climb out of the relegation‑threatened zone. Both sides have struggled to find consistency, but Maritimo’s slightly better defensive record could give them the edge at home. A win for either side would tighten the race for safety, while a draw would keep the standings largely unchanged.