Estadio dos Arcos will be the venue when Rio Ave take on Tondela in a Primeira Liga clash on Sunday. The Vilacondenses are still chasing their first victory of the campaign, but performances have generally been more encouraging than their results suggest. A solid defensive display in the goalless draw with Famalicao showed progress, though doubts remain over the fitness of Omar Richards, who picked up a knock in that encounter.
Tondela, meanwhile, head into this match with a boost of confidence after edging Santa Clara 2-1 in their previous league game. They will also be reinforced by the return of experienced midfielder Helder Tavares, who is back from suspension. Even so, a trip to Vila do Conde represents a far more demanding test for Os Auriverdes, who tend to struggle on their travels. History leans in Rio Ave’s favour, as the hosts defeated Tondela 2-1 in their last meeting at Estadio dos Arcos. Taking everything into account, we predict that one goal is going to separate the two teams in Sunday's clash.
This Portugal Primeira Liga match will be played on Sunday 5 October 2025 at 17:30.
What is our Rio Ave vs Tondela prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Rio Ave 1 - 0 Tondela
Rio Ave vs Tondela Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-0
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): No
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Under 1.5 Goals
- Goalscorer: Clayton Silva @ 140 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 2.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferRio Ave Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dlldd | 0.60 |
| Home | dl | 0.50 |
| Away | ldd | 0.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 3.50 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 2.50 | 1.33 |
| BTTS | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 0.83 | 0.70 | 0.92 |
| Expected Goals Against | 2.30 | 2.26 | 2.32 |
Tondela Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldldw | 1.00 |
| Home | dd | 1.00 |
| Away | llw | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.20 | 2.00 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.00 | 1.67 |
| BTTS | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.49 | 1.77 | 1.31 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.64 | 1.48 | 1.74 |
Rio Ave vs Tondela Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Rio Ave (31%)
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Tondela (31%)
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