Rio Ave come into this match looking to snap a three-game winless run, with their recent form still fairly respectable at 1.50 points per game. Anyhow, we predict a 2-0 away win as Sporting are determined to represent Portugal in the Champions League next term. Os Rioavistas are a defensively solid side, conceding just 0.90 goals per match and keeping clean sheets in 40% of their last 10. However, their attacking output is limited, scoring only 1.00 goal per game and failing to score in 40% of matches. At home, they have struggled to turn draws into wins. Midfielder Andreas Ntoi returns from suspension, providing a boost in midfield.
Sporting head into the match with strong motivation as they chase a Champions League spot, fresh from a dominant 5–1 win over Guimaraes. The Lions average 1.60 points per game in their last 10, scoring 1.80 goals per match while conceding just 1.00. Their away form is particularly solid defensively, allowing only 0.40 goals per game and keeping 60% clean sheets on the road. With no fresh injury concerns, they can field a strong lineup.
Considering Sporting's superior quality and dominant H2H record, Away Win should be considered, alongside Sporting to Win to Nil and Under 3.5 goals (Rio Ave’s low-scoring profile and Sporting’s away control).
This Portugal Primeira Liga match will be played on Monday 11 May 2026 at 20:15.
What is our Rio Ave vs Sporting prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Rio Ave 0 - 2 Sporting
Rio Ave vs Sporting Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 0-2 @ 700 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ -106 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -250 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ 240 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Luis Suarez @ -225 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Luis Suarez @ 250 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Rio Ave +2.5 @ -167 Odds
- European Handicap: Rio Ave +3 @ -175 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -900 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Sporting to Win @ -2000 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Sporting to Win/Sporting to Win @ -163 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Sporting - Yes @ 100 Odds
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View OfferRio Ave Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwwwlwdld | 1.50 |
| Home | dwldd | 1.20 |
| Away | lwwwl | 1.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 20% | 60% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.90 | 2.00 | 1.80 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 1.00 | 0.80 |
| BTTS | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.42 | 1.87 | 0.97 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.38 | 1.41 | 1.35 |
Sporting Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwlwdldddw | 1.60 |
| Home | wlldw | 1.40 |
| Away | wwddd | 1.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 4.00 | 1.60 |
| Scored | 1.80 | 2.40 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.60 | 0.40 |
| BTTS | 60% | 80% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 0% | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.66 | 1.93 | 1.40 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.30 | 1.26 | 1.34 |
Rio Ave vs Sporting Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Rio Ave (15%)
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Sporting (68%)
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