Nacional – Academico Viseu

Nacional host Academico Viseu in what promises to be a stark contrast of form, with the home side languishing in 16th place on just four points from ten matches, while the visitors sit comfortably in seventh with fourteen. Nacional’s record of one win, one draw and six defeats, coupled with a 9‑18 goal deficit, highlights the uphill battle they face, whereas Academico Viseu’s four victories, two draws and only two losses, supported by a modest 11‑10 goal margin, suggest they will enter the game with confidence. The gap in points and recent performances makes this a crucial test for Nacional to close the widening gap in the table. If the trend holds, Academico Viseu are likely to look to extend their mid‑table surge against a struggling Nacional side.