Rio Ave return home after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Porto, but their form remains deeply concerning. However, we predict that they will hold Famalicao to a 1-1 draw as the visitors are hit by suspensions. Os Rioavistas have lost five matches in a row, averaging only 0.40 points per game and failing to score in 70% of their league outings. Even at home, their output is modest: 0.80 goals scored per match, just 1.16 xG, and a worrying 1.80 goals conceded on average. Defensive shakiness is visible with zero clean sheets all season, and their confidence appears fragile.
Famalicao, on the other hand, arrive with momentum after a convincing 2-0 win over Casa Pia, though they face major selection problems. Pedro Bondo, Sá, and De Haas are all suspended, forcing manager Hugo Oliveira into several defensive and midfield reshuffles. Despite those absences, Famalicao’s overall metrics are stronger: they average 1.20 points per game, generate 1.25 xG, and boast a solid home record—though their away form is poor with only 0.50 points per match and 0.33 goals scored.
Historically, this fixture is tight: 7 of the last 12 meetings ended in draws. As both teams struggle to score consistently and Rio Ave fail to score in 70% of games, we are tempted to bet on Under 2.5 goals, alongside Half-Time Draw and Draw.
This Portugal Primeira Liga match will be played on Sunday 1 March 2026 at 20:30.
What is our Rio Ave vs Famalicao prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Rio Ave 1 - 1 Famalicao
Rio Ave vs Famalicao Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 550 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -134 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -800 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -106 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -400 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Rudi Almeida @ 175 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Rudi Almeida @ 550 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Rio Ave +1 @ -211 Odds
- European Handicap: Rio Ave +1 @ -111 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -111 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 450 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Famalicao - No @ -225 Odds
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View OfferRio Ave Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lllll | 0.40 |
| Home | lwlll | 0.60 |
| Away | dllll | 0.20 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.90 | 2.60 | 3.20 |
| Scored | 0.60 | 0.80 | 0.40 |
| Conceded | 2.30 | 1.80 | 2.80 |
| BTTS | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 70% | 60% | 80% |
| Expected Goals | 0.94 | 1.16 | 0.72 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.90 | 1.72 | 2.07 |
Famalicao Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwlw | 1.20 |
| Home | lwww | 2.25 |
| Away | llwll | 0.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 75% | 17% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 3.50 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 2.50 | 0.33 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 30% | 50% | 17% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.25 | 1.86 | 0.85 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.22 | 0.71 | 1.57 |
Rio Ave vs Famalicao Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Rio Ave (8%)
12 Matches
Famalicao (33%)
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