Guimaraes vs Rio Ave Prediction 25 April 2026
🔊 The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams are hovering around mid-table but are showing different forms. Vitória Guimarães are struggling in attack, a weakness that's been evident in their recent games. Rio Ave, on the other hand, are delivering more consistent performances, which could be a decisive factor in this clash.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 13 December 2025 and ended with a 0-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (with Rio Ave as the home side):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corners: 6 vs 6;
- fouls: 15 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Vitória Guimarães and Rio Ave:
- 38 matches played;
- home wins - 18, away wins - 11, draws - 9;
- goals scored - 55 for the hosts, 41 for the visitors;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.13, in the 2nd half - 1.39;
- average total goals per match - 2.53.
Head-to-head statistics Guimaraes - Rio Ave
Vitoria SC Guimaraes Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Gil Vicente as the hosts and Vitória Guimarães as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Vitória Guimarães vs Gil Vicente):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 3 vs 10;
- fouls: 16 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 6.
Vitória Guimarães are going through a challenging phase. In their last five matches, they have secured two wins, drawn once, and suffered two losses. The issue lies with their underperforming attack, averaging just 1.2 goals per game this season. Recent matches back this up: they've scored fewer than 1.5 goals in six of their last seven Primeira Liga outings. Despite these struggles, their defense remains relatively stable, conceding about 1.43 goals per match.
Match Results: Vitoria SC Guimaraes
Rio Ave Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Primeira Liga, where Rio Ave hosted ABC. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Rio Ave vs ABC):
- possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corners: 4 vs 9;
- fouls: 9 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 8 vs 7.
Rio Ave have been showing consistent form, particularly in their recent matches. The team has secured three wins and a draw in their last five outings, demonstrating confidence on the pitch. Their seasonal stats point to an average defense, conceding 1.67 goals per game. However, their attack isn't always sharp either, averaging just 1.1 goals per match. Rio Ave's current standing in the league is less than ideal, but their recent form suggests they could climb higher in the table as upcoming fixtures unfold.
Match Results: Rio Ave
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 38;
- home team wins - 18, away team wins - 11, draws - 9.
Statistics: Vitoria SC Guimaraes vs Rio Ave
- matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- wins: 11 vs 8;
- win percentage: 37% vs 27%;
- losses: 13 vs 12;
- draws: 6 vs 10.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- losses: 5 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Rio Ave won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 games against Vitoria SC Guimaraes (Primeira Liga).
- Rio Ave won with a +1.5 handicap in last 9 games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.45, the guests - 1.08;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.53;
- both teams scored: overall - 18; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Vitoria SC Guimaraes vs Rio Ave
- average total in the tournament: 2.63 vs 2.77;
- average total goals scored: 1.2 vs 1.1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.57 vs 0.4;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.63 vs 0.7;
- Vitoria SC Guimaraes: average total at home in the tournament - 1.6;
- Rio Ave: average total away in the tournament - 1.13;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2.25) vs 1.1 (away - 1).
- Vitoria SC Guimaraes have scored under 1.5 goals in 6 of last 7 games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 38;
- both teams scored all-time - 18 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Vitoria SC Guimaraes vs Rio Ave
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Vitoria SC Guimaraes at home - 9 (60%);
- number of BTTS matches for Rio Ave away - 8 (53%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Vitoria SC Guimaraes at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Rio Ave away - 1 (20%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (27/268, 10.1%);
- Vitoria SC Guimaraes at home most often finish matches: 1:1 , 2:1 (3/15, 20%);
- Rio Ave away most often play: 1:2 (3/15, 20%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.24% (odds 6.5)
1:0 - 10.64% (odds 7.5)
2:1 - 9.52% (odds 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Vitória Guimarães are struggling offensively, a trend that has become apparent. Rio Ave, on the other hand, are showing more consistent form, having won three of their last five matches. While their defense isn't flawless, their current form and consistently strong results suggest they can perform well against Vitória Guimarães, especially given their opponent's attacking weaknesses. We expect Vitória Guimarães to score under 1.5 goals.No comments
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