Rio Ave FC and FC Arouca face each other on Saturday 01.31.2026, at 18:00 (UK Time), in a Liga Portugal 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Rio Ave FC's home ground, the Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Rio Ave FC and FC Arouca, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Rio Ave FC vs FC Arouca
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Correct Score: 1 - 2
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Rio Ave FC preview
Rio Ave FC heads into the match with the following record in the Liga Portugal: in 19 matches, Vilacondenses secured 4 victories, 8 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.05 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Rio Ave FC's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Rio Ave FC has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 24 goals, of which 22 were scored in the Liga Portugal, resulting in an average of 1.16 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Clayton, who has found the back of the net 10 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Clayton has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Rio Ave FC has conceded 35 goals in the Liga Portugal (an average of 1.84 per game) and 38 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.9 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
FC Arouca preview
FC Arouca comes into the game with 19 matches played so far in the Liga Portugal. They have secured 4 victories, 5 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 0.89 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 5 draws, and 11 losses.
Arouquenses's attack has been highly effective, scoring 23 goals during this period. Of that total, 20 were netted in the Liga Portugal, with an average of 1.05 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.1.
Arouquenses's offensive system is led by Alfonso Trezza, the team's top scorer this season. The uruguayan forward has found the back of the net 6 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Alfonso Trezza. The forward has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 44 goals with an average of 2.32 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 47 goals in 21 matches, averaging 2.24 per match.
Head to head: Rio Ave FC vs FC Arouca
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Rio Ave FC
Portugal - Liga Bwin
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L D |
1.05 |
| Home | L W L D L |
1 |
| Away | L L D W D |
1.1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 21% | 22% | 20% |
| Goals | 3 | 2.78 | 3.2 |
| Scored | 1.16 | 1.11 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.84 | 1.67 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 44% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 11% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 37% | 44% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 37% | 56% | 20% |
|
xG
|
1.06 | 1.04 | 1.08 |
|
xGA
|
1.92 | 1.88 | 1.96 |
FC Arouca
Portugal - Liga Bwin
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W L D D |
0.89 |
| Home | L D W L L |
0.9 |
| Away | W L D L L |
0.89 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 21% | 20% | 22% |
| Goals | 3.37 | 3.2 | 3.56 |
| Scored | 1.05 | 1.1 | 1 |
| Conceded | 2.32 | 2.1 | 2.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 50% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 16% | 10% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 37% | 40% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 37% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.1 | 1.15 | 1.06 |
|
xGA
|
1.54 | 1.45 | 1.64 |
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