Croatia vs Portugal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 November

Croatia

L D W W L

2nd place in Group A

1-1

18/11/2024 15:45

Portugal

W D W W W

1st place in Group A

UEFA Nations League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Croatia vs Portugal on 18 November 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Croatia vs Portugal preview before placing your bet.

Croatia will face Portugal in UEFA Nations League on November 18, 2024 at 15:45.
Croatia are currently 2nd with 8 points after 6 matches.
Portugal sit 1st with 14 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.13.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2024-11-18

Croatia vs Portugal - Prediction & Odds

Croatia

Portugal

2024-11-18 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/11/2024

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Portugal	14	6	4	2	0	13	5	8
02 Croatia	8	6	2	2	2	8	8	0
03 Scotland	7	6	2	1	3	7	8	-1
04 Poland	4	6	1	1	4	9	16	-7

Head To Head

05/09/2024 14:45

Portugal

2 - 1

Croatia

UEFA NL

08/06/2024 12:45

Portugal

1 - 2

Croatia

INT FRL

17/11/2020 15:45

Croatia

2 - 3

Portugal

UEFA NL

05/09/2020 14:45

Portugal

4 - 1

Croatia

UEFA NL

06/09/2018 14:45

Portugal

1 - 1

Croatia

INT FRL

25/06/2016 15:00

Croatia

0 - 0

Portugal

EURO Cup

Portugal

33%

Draw

33%

Croatia

33%

Croatia Last 6 matches

15/11/2024 15:45

Scotland 1 - 0 Croatia

UEFA NL

15/10/2024 14:45

Poland 3 - 3 Croatia

UEFA NL

12/10/2024 12:00

Croatia 2 - 1 Scotland

UEFA NL

08/09/2024 14:45

Croatia 1 - 0 Poland

UEFA NL

05/09/2024 14:45

Portugal 2 - 1 Croatia

UEFA NL

24/06/2024 15:00

Croatia 1 - 1 Italy

EURO Cup

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Portugal

15/11/2024 15:45

Portugal 5 - 1 Poland

UEFA NL

15/10/2024 14:45

Scotland 0 - 0 Portugal

UEFA NL

12/10/2024 14:45

Poland 1 - 3 Portugal

UEFA NL

08/09/2024 14:45

Portugal 2 - 1 Scotland

UEFA NL

05/09/2024 14:45

Portugal 2 - 1 Croatia

UEFA NL

05/07/2024 15:00

Portugal 0 - 0 France

EURO Cup

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UEFA Nations League

Played games

Croatia

Portugal

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored

Avg. per game

2.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.10

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 8 matches

YesNo

6 (75%)2 (25%)

In last 8 matches

NoYes

8 (80%)2 (20%)

Croatia

Recent matches

Portugal

Under /Over

(75%)6 2(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)8 2(20%)

Under /Over

(50%)4 4(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

Under /Over

(13%)1 7(87%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)5 5(50%)

/Yes

(50%)4 4(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(80%)8 2(20%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Croatia

Portugal

Shots

Croatia

Total shots

13.63 avg / game

Blocked

18 total

Avg. 3.00

Portugal

Total shots

15.40 avg / game

Blocked

40 total

Avg. 4.00

Croatia Pass Portugal

Total passes

4069

Avg. 509 / game

Accurate

88%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

5922

Avg. 592 / game

Accurate

90%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Croatia

Played games

Portugal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.10

4.50

Corners

6.60

13.13

105

Throw-ins

180

18.00

1.75

Offsides

2.60

3.50

GK saves

3.90

Croatia

DISCIPLINARY

Portugal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.63

2.40

0.25

0.00

11.13

Fouls

125

12.50

19.00

152

Tackles

159

15.90

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Croatia vs Portugal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Croatia vs Portugal on 18 November 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this UEFA Nations League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Croatia vs Portugal Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Croatia's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Portugal's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

UEFA Nations League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live UEFA Nations League standings and the UEFA Nations League form table to understand exactly where Croatia and Portugal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our UEFA Nations League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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