FC Porto 2-1 Sporting CP - Taça de Portugal 2023/2024 Statistical Preview

Pepe is doubtful to Sunday' final, which might mean that Otávio and Zé Pedro will start at the heart of the defense.
Galeno will be full of confidence after netting the winner last weekend.
João Mário will likely get the nod over Martim Fernandes at the right-hand side of the defense.

With Adán and Israel injured, Diogo Pinto should start in the middle of the sticks.
Geny Catamo is recovering from a muscular problem but will likely be available by the time this match starts. Expect him to feature at right wing back here.
Daniel Bragança is enjoying a wonderful run of form and might get the nod over Morita at the middle of the park.

Prediction

FC Porto's season was one to forget, as they struggled to finish in 3rd place, an unusual position for the dragons, especially in a season where they didn't win any titles. As a result, the Portuguese Cup final takes on greater importance for Sérgio Conceição's men.
After a remarkable season, Sporting CP became Portuguese champions just two weeks before the end of Primeira Liga 2023/24. This has allowed them to manage their efforts and strategy for the last game of the season, where they will be looking to do get the double (Portuguese League and Cup).
Despite being under more pressure, FC Porto have the experience of being in the last two Portuguese Cup finals (they've won both). Even so, given Sporting's extra rest and confidence, it's quite possible that the lions will lift the Cup at the end of the day.