**Real SC rolls into the Azores as heavy favorites** — Santa Clara B is winless in their last five, while Real SC's mixed but encouraging form gives them the edge 🔥

Santa Clara B have shipped goals for fun lately (conceded 5 in two games), and Real SC's attack has shown flashes of brilliance even in losses. The visitors will fancy their chances to control tempo and punish any defensive lapses.

Key storylines:

- **Real SC's attacking depth** — with N. Butcher, C. Acosta, and A. d. Céu all capable of finding the net, they should create plenty
- **Santa Clara B's leaky defense** — two straight defeats with shaky backlines means Real SC could feast if they stay composed
- **Real SC's inconsistency** — a 5-5 draw against JD Lajense shows they can be vulnerable, so no walkover guaranteed

Expected lineups:

- **Real SC**: D. Santos, E. L. Nzomiwu, I. Muhammad, J. Veríssimo, M. Camará, A. Fernandes, A. Sousa, A. Legatheaux, A. d. Céu, C. Acosta, N. Butcher

Prediction:

**Real SC 3-1 Santa Clara B**. Real SC's superior form and attacking options should break through a fragile Azores backline, though Santa Clara B's desperation could earn a consolation goal.