Sunday's early kick-off pits struggling AVS against CD Nacional in a crucial clash for both teams. AVS have endured a torrid run and desperately need points to climb out of danger.
AVS in Crisis
The numbers make for grim reading for AVS. They have lost nine of their last eleven Liga Portugal matches, a run that has left them languishing near the bottom of the table. Confidence is low, and the pressure is mounting with each passing week.
Finding goals has been the primary issue, with the team's attacking output among the worst in the division. Without a significant improvement, their top-flight status looks increasingly precarious.
Nacional's Survival Mission
The Madeira-based club are also fighting for their lives in Liga Portugal, making this a genuine six-pointer. Nacional have shown more fight than AVS in recent weeks, but consistency has been elusive.
A trip to the mainland represents an opportunity to pick up valuable points against one of the few teams below them in the form table.
Desperation Derby
When two teams in such poor form meet, the result can go either way. Both sides need the win desperately, which could either make for a cagey, nervy affair or an open game as they chase the points.
Prediction: Nacional to edge a tight contest. 0-1
