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Arouca v Nacional Stats

Data last updated: Sat 31 Oct 2026, 22:49 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Arouca hosts Nacional in a Primeira Liga clash where Arouca's recent form and league position suggest a strong home advantage. Sitting 5th with 17 points, Arouca has shown resilience and attacking threat, while Nacional struggles near the relegation zone with only 7 points. Arouca's more balanced defense and sharper attack contrast with Nacional's defensive vulnerabilities and lower scoring rate, setting up a contest where Arouca aims to consolidate their top-table status against a side fighting to escape the drop zone.

BT4Y best bet

Arouca to Win

  • Arouca ranks 5th with 17 points; Nacional is 15th with 7 points.
  • Arouca averages 12.2 shots and 3.6 shots on target per match, superior to Nacional's 9.6 and 3.4 respectively.
  • Nacional concedes 2.4 goals per game, compared to Arouca's 0.8, indicating defensive weakness.
  • Arouca's recent form yields 8 points with a solid defensive record, while Nacional has 3 points and a leaky defense.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.6 over 10 matches, suggesting moderate scoring potential.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Arouca to win with a 73.6% chance, reflecting their superior recent form, stronger defense, and more potent attack compared to Nacional. Arouca's ability to limit goals conceded (0.8 per game) contrasts sharply with Nacional's 2.4, underscoring defensive stability. Offensive metrics such as shots and shots on target also favor Arouca, supporting the likelihood of a home victory. The price offers positive value with an 18% edge, making this a compelling selection based on both statistical and tactical factors.

Model Chance70.6% model chance vs 55.6% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Defensive StrengthArouca concedes 0.8 goals vs Nacional 2.4
Strong positive
Offensive MetricsArouca averages 12.2 shots vs Nacional 9.6
Positive
Recent FormArouca 8 points vs Nacional 3 points
Positive
Value Edge70.6% model chance vs 55.6% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Arouca's consistent form and defensive solidity make them the clear favorite to secure victory against a struggling Nacional side. Their superior shot volume and league standing reinforce the tactical advantage, suggesting Arouca can control the match and capitalize on Nacional's defensive frailties to claim three points.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Arouca's blend of defensive discipline and attacking efficiency positions them well to dominate this fixture. Nacional's defensive struggles and lower league standing create a tactical mismatch that Arouca should exploit effectively.”

Key Data Signals

Arouca to Win evidence

Arouca ranks 5th with 17 points; Nacional is 15th with 7 points.

Arouca averages 12.2 shots and 3.6 shots on target per match, superior to Nacional's 9.6 and 3.4 respectively.

Nacional concedes 2.4 goals per game, compared to Arouca's 0.8, indicating defensive weakness.

Arouca's recent form yields 8 points with a solid defensive record, while Nacional has 3 points and a leaky defense.

What To Watch In The Data

Arouca to Win notes

  • Over the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals tally is 2.6, indicating moderate scoring frequency.
  • Arouca's 40% over 2.5 goals rate versus Nacional's 60% suggests Nacional games tend to be higher scoring, but Arouca's defensive solidity may suppress this trend, pointing to a match with controlled tempo and goal opportunities.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Arouca1
Avg goals scored
Nacional0.8
Arouca0.8
Avg goals conceded
Nacional2.4
Arouca40%
BTTS rate
Nacional40%
Arouca40%
Over 2.5 goals
Nacional60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 57% vs implied 57% · edge -0.4 pts
1.75
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 52%
1.95
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.85
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.25
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 47%
2
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 34%
3
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Both teams to score appears unlikely given Arouca's strong defensive record conceding only 0.8 goals per game, compared to Nacional's 2.4. Both teams have a 40% BTTS rate, suggesting a controlled scoring environment. The moderate average goals in head-to-head matches (2.6) further support a low-scoring game with limited goal exchanges.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Arouca

WWDLD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 2D 2L
24 Oct 2026A Alverca1-0
11 Oct 2026H Estrela1-0
19 Sep 2026A Sporting CP2-2
13 Sep 2026H Santa Clara1-2
07 Sep 2026A Estoril0-0

Nacional

WLLLL
Last 51W 0D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 6L
25 Oct 2026H SC Braga1-0
11 Oct 2026A Rio Ave2-3
19 Sep 2026H Famalicao0-4
12 Sep 2026H Alverca1-3
05 Sep 2026A Sporting CP0-2
Market aligned with main pickArouca to WinBet365 guide price · Model 71% vs implied 56% · edge +15 pts
1.8
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Arouca Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.42
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 86%
1.22
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Arouca's recent accumulation of 8 points with a solid defensive record contrasts with Nacional's 3 points and defensive struggles. This form disparity highlights Arouca's momentum and , reinforcing their status as favorites. Nacional's inconsistency and higher goals conceded per game underline their vulnerability in this fixture.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickArouca to WinBet365 guide price · Model 71% vs implied 56% · edge +15 pts
1.8
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Arouca Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.42
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 57%
1.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 62%
1.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.85
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The 70.6% for Arouca to Win sits against roughly 55.6% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Arouca have the stronger recent points return, taking 8 points from the sample compared with 3 for Nacional.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Arouca Over 2.5
60%Nacional Over 2.5
2.6H2H avg goals
Over the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals tally is 2.6, indicating moderate scoring frequency. Arouca's 40% over 2.5 goals rate versus Nacional's 60% suggests Nacional games tend to be higher scoring, but Arouca's defensive solidity may suppress this trend, pointing to a match with controlled tempo and goal opportunities.

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