Estoril Praia vs Rio Ave Prediction 22 March 2026
🔊 The upcoming clash between Estoril and Rio Ave promises to be an intriguing encounter. The teams showcase contrasting styles: the hosts aim to dominate offensively, while the visitors adopt a more cautious approach. Both sides are positioned mid-table, which adds motivation to climb higher. A crucial factor will be the teams' form, especially considering their current streaks.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 01 November 2025 and ended with a 0-4 scoreline. Here’s a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Rio Ave were the home side):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corners: 0 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 0 vs 6.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Estoril and Rio Ave:
- 29 matches played;
- home victories - 9, away victories - 14, draws - 6;
- goals scored - 37 for Estoril, 45 for Rio Ave;
- average goals in the 1st half - 0.97, in the 2nd half - 1.86;
- average total goals per match - 2.83.
Head-to-head statistics Estoril Praia - Rio Ave
Estoril Praia Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Nacional de Madeira as the hosts and Estoril as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
The game statistics are as follows (Estoril vs Nacional de Madeira):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corners: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 13 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 5;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
Estoril currently sit seventh in the standings, showcasing a decent run of form over their last five matches. With two wins and a draw, they demonstrate consistency in their performances. Over the past ten games, they average two goals per match, highlighting their attacking style of play. However, their defense could use some improvement, as they concede an average of 1.6 goals per game. Estoril aim to solidify their position and might leverage their aggressive attack as an advantage against opponents who are less stable defensively.
Match Results: Estoril Praia
Rio Ave Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Primeira Liga, with Rio Ave hosting Estrela. The match concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Rio Ave vs Estrela):
- possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corners: 10 vs 4;
- fouls: 15 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Rio Ave have been delivering inconsistent results this season, currently sitting in 11th place in the standings. Their recent form shows some improvement with two wins and a draw in their last five matches, but the team remains unpredictable. Over the last ten games, they have averaged just 0.7 goals per match, highlighting their attacking struggles. Defensively, they face challenges as well, conceding an average of 1.7 goals per game. Rio Ave tends to adopt a cautious style of play, aiming to shut down opponents and control the pace of the match. However, this strategy doesn't always pay off due to their offensive weaknesses.
Match Results: Rio Ave
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 29;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 6; number of draws - 6;
- Average first-half total: 0.97;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.38, while the visitors net 0.59.
First-Half Stats: Estoril Praia (home) vs Rio Ave (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 4 (30.77%) vs 2 (15.38%);
- losses: 3 (23.08%) vs 6 (46.15%);
- draws: 6 (46.15%) vs 5 (38.46%);
- Average goals scored: 1.77 vs 0.77;
- Average goals conceded: 0.77 vs 0.54.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 1;
- losses: 3 vs 5;
- draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.8 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.9) vs 0.9 (scored - 0.2, conceded - 0.7).
- Estoril Praia scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 home games (Primeira Liga).
- Estoril Praia scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 29;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 14, draws - 6.
Statistics: Estoril Praia vs Rio Ave
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 10 vs 6;
- win percentage: 38% vs 23%;
- losses: 9 vs 11;
- draws: 7 vs 9.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 6;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
- Rio Ave won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 away games against Estoril Praia.
- Rio Ave won with a +1.5 handicap in last 5 games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.28, the guests - 1.55;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.83;
- both teams scored: overall - 15; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Estoril Praia vs Rio Ave
- average total in the tournament: 3.42 vs 2.73;
- average total goals scored: 1.81 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.88 vs 0.42;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.92 vs 0.58;
- Estoril Praia: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Rio Ave: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2 (home - 2.25) vs 0.7 (away - 0.25).
- Estoril Praia have conceded in 8 of last 9 home games against Rio Ave (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on corners
Estoril Praia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.38; at home field - 4.31;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4; at home field - 3.5.
Rio Ave: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4, away - 3.31;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 2.25.
- Estoril Praia have taken under 5.5 corners in 10 of last 11 games (Primeira Liga).
- Estoril Praia have taken under 5.5 corners in last 5 home games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 29;
- both teams scored all-time - 15 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Estoril Praia vs Rio Ave
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 14 vs 13;
- number of BTTS matches for Estoril Praia at home - 9 (69%);
- number of BTTS matches for Rio Ave away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Estoril Praia at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Rio Ave away - 0 (0%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (24/232, 10.3%);
- Estoril Praia at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 1:1 , 3:1 (2/13, 15.4%);
- Rio Ave away most often play: 1:1 , 1:2 , 4:0 (2/13, 15.4%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.6% (odds 7.5)
2:1 - 9.87% (odds 7.5)
1:0 - 9.1% (odds 8.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the current trends, the matchup between Estoril and Rio Ave promises to be a tactical battle. Estoril boasts a consistent attack, but their defense tends to concede too often. On the other hand, Rio Ave struggles with scoring, averaging just 0.7 goals per game, yet they attempt to make up for it with a more defensive approach. A key factor is the trend: in their last seven matches, Rio Ave have played under 3.5 total goals. This indicates reduced attacking activity and heightened defensive caution. Betting on this outcome seems like a smart choice based on the match's value.
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