Ponte da Barca

Amarante have proved difficult to break down in recent weeks, holding both Vizela to a goalless draw away and drawing 2-2 with União de Leiria, alongside a 1-0 win over Benfica B. In contrast, Ponte da Barca have suffered three defeats in their last five matches and conceded six goals across their last two fixtures against Os Limianos and Bragança. Backing Amarante to avoid defeat covers both the away victory and the draw.

Montalegre have shown resilient defensive structure in their opening fixtures, keeping consecutive clean sheets including a 2-0 victory against Brito. Ponte da Barca have displayed mixed form with one win and one defeat in recent action, making a hedged Double Chance backing Montalegre to avoid defeat the most reliable approach in this early-round cup tie.