FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 01/11

The Liga Portugal 2026/27 brings a clash the fans know well. FC Arouca and Nacional da Madeira meet again this 01/11, at 15:30, at Estádio Municipal de Arouca. A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, FC Arouca have won 3 time(s). Nacional da Madeira have won 1. FC Arouca are the favourites with a 50.76% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira.

Overview FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira

FC Arouca are favourites, with odds of 1.97 and a 50.76% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Futebol Clube de Arouca, with 7 win(s) against 2 for Nacional da Madeira. The odds for a Clube Desportivo Nacional win are 4.762 and a draw is 7.5.

In the Liga Portugal, FC Arouca have 5 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 12 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded, having Iván Martínez Gonzálvez as top scorer with 5 goal(s). Meanwhile, Nacional da Madeira have 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 10 goal(s) scored and 18 conceded, and Njoya Abdel Kader as top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between FC Arouca and Nacional da Madeira

In 14 clashes, FC Arouca have the advantage over Nacional da Madeira: 7 win(s) against 2 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/02/2026, in the Liga Portugal. FC Arouca won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

Check out all the predictions for the Liga Portugal and see all the analysis before you bet.

FC Arouca: current form

FC Arouca have one of the best defences in the competition: only 0.78 goal(s) conceded per match in the Liga Portugal.

See more pre-match data:

• 5 win(s), 2 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.89 point(s) per match
• 12 goals scored (1.33 per match)
• Top scorer: Iván Martínez Gonzálvez (5 goal(s))

Nacional da Madeira: current form

Meanwhile, Nacional da Madeira are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Portuguese League:

• 2 win(s), 1 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
• Performance: 0.78 point(s) per match
• 10 goals scored (1.11 per match)
• Top scorer: Njoya Abdel Kader (2 goal(s))

FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira key players

In the Liga Portugal, Iván Martínez Gonzálvez carries Futebol Clube de Arouca's attack with 5 goal(s).

The playmaker is Naïs Djouahra, leading in assists with 5. In the whole season, Alfonso Trezza has 9 goal(s).

On the other side, Njoya Abdel Kader is the name that frightens the most for The White-and-Blacks with 2 goal(s) in the Liga Portugal.

In terms of playmaking, Francisco Adriano Baptista Gonçalves leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Jesús Ramírez has accumulated 18 goal(s).

FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira statistics in the Liga Portugal

FC Arouca have an average of 8.22 corners and 2.78 cards per match. Nacional da Madeira have 9.22 corners and 1.44 cards. Check the numbers for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira below.

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Points & Results

• 1.89
  PPG
  0.78
• 56%
  Wins
  22%
• 44%
  First to Score
  44%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.33
  Scored/game
  1.11
• 0.78
  Conceded/game
  2
• 1.23
  xG
  1.15
• 1.48
  xGA
  1.70

Trends

• 33%
  Both Score
  44%
• 56%
  Clean Sheet
  22%
• 22%
  Failed to Score
  33%

Correct score prediction for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira

The head-to-head record leans towards FC Arouca and both teams usually find the net in this duel. Exact score: FC Arouca 2-1 Nacional da Madeira. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.

Where to watch FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira

Check out where to watch the live match between Nacional da Madeira and FC Arouca:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for FC Arouca and Nacional da Madeira

The line-ups for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira in the Primeira Liga are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Futebol Clube de Arouca line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Clube Desportivo Nacional line-up

The Nacional da Madeira starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira

Match: FC Arouca vs Nacional da Madeira

Tournament: Primeira Liga 2026/27

Date: 01/11/2026

Time: 15:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Estádio Municipal de Arouca

Broadcast: none scheduled

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