Wolverhampton Wanderers head to Braga on Thursday evening as they look to seal qualification for the last 32 of the Europa League at
With the hosts currently leading proceedings in Group K, a point above their opposition, they will see this as an opportunity to lock in top spot with a victory.
Just a single point will be enough, however, to send Braga through, and if SK Slovan Bratislava fail to beat Besiktas in the other Group K fixture, both Wolves and their Portuguese opposition will gain a place in the next phase of the competition.
Where to Watch
| When is Kick Off? | Thursday 28 November |
| What Time is Kick Off? | 17:55 (BST) |
| Where Is it Played? | Estádio Municipal de Braga |
| TV Channel/Live Stream | BT Sport 2 |
| Referee | Aleksei Kulbakov |
Team News
Braga will be without defensive duo Raúl Silva (knee) and Vítor Tormena (muscular) who remain sidelined with long-term injuries.
Goalkeeper Tiago Sá and attacker Ahmed Hassan are also unavailable for the home side.
Wolves are still without defender Willy Boly and will likely have to deal with the absence of Ryan Bennett.
Bennett is nearing a full recovery from a groin injury but is expected to be rested for his side’s Europa League fixture.
Predicted Lineups
| Braga | Eduardo; Esgaio, Viana, Wallace, Sequeira; Fransérgio, Palhinha, A. Horta; R. Horta, Galeno, Paulinho. |
| Wolves | Patricio; Dendoncker, Coady, Saiss; Traore, Neves, Moutinho, Jonny; Jota, Jimenez, Cutrone. |
Head to Head Record
The two clubs have only met once in the past; the reverse fixture this season in which Braga snatched a 1-0 away win at Mollineux.
Vengeance is on the agenda as the Wanderers will look to top group K with a victory on Thursday.
Recent Form
Braga are in a mid-table battle in the Primeira Liga with just a single point separating them in ninth and Vitória SC in fifth.
They have won six of their last eight fixtures in all competitions (D1 L1) and will be looking to add to their impressive six game unbeaten streak at home.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are also high on confidence, winning their last three games on the bounce, including a well-fought 2-1 victory away at AFC Bournemouth on Saturday.
Raúl Jiménez has scored in each of his last four matches and teammate João Moutinho has been in the headlines for his fantastic performances in recent weeks. Their link-up play could be the factor to make the difference against Braga.
Wolves goal contributions this season
Jimenez – 14 goals, 3 assists
Adama – 2 goals, 9 assists
Jota – 4 goals, 3 assists
Moutinho – 1 goal, 5 assists
Neves – 3 goals, 1 assist#WWFC pic.twitter.com/10ODwfwwWc— Wolves Live (@WolvesFC_latest) November 26, 2019
Here is how both sides have fared in their last five games…
| Braga | Wolves |
| Braga 1-0 Gil Vicente (23/11) | Bournemouth 1-2 Wolves (23/11) |
| Vitòria SC 0-2 Braga (10/11) | Wolves 2-1 Aston Villa (10/11) |
| Braga 3-1 Besiktas (07/11) | Wolves 1-0 Slovan Bratislava (07/11) |
| Braga 2-2 Famalicāo (03/11) | Arsenal 1-1 Wolves (02/11) |
| Boavista 2-0 Braga (31/10) | Aston Villa 2-1 Wolves (30/10) |
Prediction
Braga only need a draw to secure qualification, whereas Wolves require a win. Braga, however, have been fantastic on home soil.
Neither side have struggled for goals this season, however, taking all factors into account, this is likely to be a low-scoring game.
Prediction: S.C. Braga 0-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
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