LUANDA, Angola (Interstat) — A pair of Angolan clubs seeking their first Girabola victory of the season will meet Saturday when Sagrada Esperanca hosts 1 de Agosto.

The match at Estádio dos Coqueiros features two sides struggling to turn draws into wins. 1 de Agosto sits just above its rival in the league table with a record of 1-0-2, having drawn its last two matches, including a 1-1 result against CA Lunda-Sul on Tuesday. Its lone win came against 1º de Maio on Oct. 5.

Sagrada Esperanca (0-1-2) is coming off a 3-1 loss to Wiliete last Sunday and is still searching for its first win in any competition this season. All three of its Girabola matches have ended in draws, including a 1-1 result with Bravos do Maquis on Oct. 18.

Across all competitions, 1 de Agosto holds a 1-1-2 record, while Sagrada Esperanca is 0-1-2.

The Interstat game simulator projects a narrow 1-0 victory for the visiting 1 de Agosto.

Following this match, Sagrada Esperanca’s next league fixture is scheduled for Nov. 22 against Recr do Libolo.