Arouca vs Santa Clara Prediction 2 May 2026
🔊 Arouca and Santa Clara are set to clash in a match that promises an intriguing battle. Both teams have shown inconsistent form in recent games, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming encounter. Arouca hold the home advantage and are eager to improve their standing in the league. Meanwhile, Santa Clara are aiming for a positive result following a series of fluctuating performances.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 21 December 2025 and ended in a 0-0 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Santa Clara were the home side):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corners: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 15 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Arouca and Santa Clara:
- 17 matches played;
- home victories - 8, away victories - 3, draws - 6;
- goals scored - 16 for Arouca, 13 for Santa Clara;
- average goals in the 1st half - 0.82, in the 2nd half - 0.88;
- average total goals per match - 1.71.
Head-to-head statistics Arouca - Santa Clara
Arouca Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Alverca at home against Arouca. The match concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Arouca vs Alverca):
- possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 12 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
Arouca sit 11th in the standings, delivering an average season with 10 wins and 16 losses. Over their last five matches, they have secured three victories but suffered two defeats. At home, Arouca consistently demonstrate their attacking prowess, averaging over one goal per game. However, their defensive struggles are evident as they continue to concede a significant number of goals.
Match Results: Arouca
Santa Clara Azores Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Santa Clara hosting Braga. The match concluded with a 2-1 victory.
Here's the game statistics (Santa Clara vs Braga):
- possession: 37% vs 63%;
- corners: 4 vs 1;
- fouls: 15 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Santa Clara sit in 13th place. Over their last five games, they've secured two wins, one draw, and suffered two losses. The team demonstrates a balanced style of play, with an average of 1.2 goals scored and conceded per match. This suggests they have the ability to contain their opponents but face limitations in their attacking prowess.
Match Results: Santa Clara Azores
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 3, draws - 6.
Statistics: Arouca vs Santa Clara Azores
- matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- wins: 10 vs 8;
- win percentage: 32% vs 26%;
- losses: 16 vs 15;
- draws: 5 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 4;
- losses: 6 vs 3;
- draws: 0 vs 3.
- Arouca have not lost in last 7 home games against Santa Clara Azores.
- Santa Clara Azores have not won in 14 of last 15 away games.
- Santa Clara Azores have not won in 12 of last 13 away games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.94, the guests - 0.76;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 1.71;
- both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Arouca vs Santa Clara Azores
- average total in the tournament: 3.19 vs 2.13;
- average total goals scored: 1.26 vs 0.9;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.52 vs 0.35;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.74 vs 0.55;
- Arouca: average total at home in the tournament - 1.47;
- Santa Clara Azores: average total away in the tournament - 0.87;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 2) vs 1.2 (away - 1.2).
- Santa Clara Azores have scored under 1.5 goals in last 7 away games against Arouca.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Arouca vs Santa Clara Azores
- number of matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 13;
- number of BTTS matches for Arouca at home - 8 (53%);
- number of BTTS matches for Santa Clara Azores away - 7 (47%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Arouca at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Santa Clara Azores away - 3 (60%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 0:1 (28/279, 10%), 1:1 (28/279, 10%);
- Arouca at home most often finish matches: 0:2 , 0:4 , 1:0 , 1:2 , 3:2 (2/15, 13.3%);
- Santa Clara Azores away most often play: 1:0 (4/15, 26.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.09% (odds 5.49)
0:1 - 9.52% (odds 5.73)
1:0 - 8.74% (odds 6.08)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the trend of under 2.5 goals in head-to-head encounters at the hosts' ground, along with both teams' current form emphasizing defense, it's likely we are in for a low-scoring affair. This scenario is further supported by the low scoring records of both Arouca at home and Santa Clara on the road. Therefore, betting on under 2.5 goals appears to be the most reasonable prediction for this match.No comments
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