Estoril

Rio Ave

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Estoril v Rio Ave Stats

Data last updated: Sun 23 Aug 2026, 01:11 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Estoril and Rio Ave face off still searching for their first Primeira Liga win this season, with both sides struggling to find attacking fluency. Estoril extends a 10-match winless streak, averaging just 0.8 goals per game, while Rio Ave have yet to score after two league matches despite generating numerous attempts. Rio Ave's strong unbeaten record at Estoril contrasts with current scoring woes, setting the stage for a cautious, low-scoring encounter where defensive vulnerabilities and missing key players add tactical intrigue.

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Under 2.5 Goals

Estoril winless in 10 league matches, scoring 0.8 goals per game
Rio Ave scoreless in first two league matches despite 11.3 attempts per game
Combined total of one goal in four league matches this season
Rio Ave unbeaten in nine of last 11 visits to Estoril, winning eight

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The Under 2.5 Goals pick is supported by both teams' recent low scoring outputs and limited attacking efficiency. Estoril averages 0.8 goals per game over their last ten matches, while Rio Ave, despite high shot volumes, have failed to convert chances in competitive fixtures. The model assigns a 66% chance to Under 2.5 Goals, indicating solid value at the offered of 2.00. The tactical context of cautious play, personnel absences, and historical low-scoring encounters further reinforce the likelihood of a tight, low-scoring match.

Estoril scoring rate0.8 goals per game

Strong positive

Rio Ave shot volume vs goals11.3 attempts per game but 0 goals in recent matches

Strong positive

Historical low-scoring trendOne goal in four league matches combined

Positive

Model chance vs odds66% chance vs 50% implied probability

Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

This fixture features two teams with significant scoring difficulties, making Under 2.5 Goals a logical choice. Estoril's prolonged winless streak and Rio Ave's inability to convert chances suggest a cautious game with limited goal opportunities. The historical context and current form data align well with a low-scoring outcome, supporting this selection tactically and statistically.

Main risk

Both teams have limited attacking fluency this season, making a balanced draw plausible but fragile.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Low-scoring tactical scenario

“Given both sides' struggles to find the net and Rio Ave's strong defensive record at Estoril, a low-scoring match is the most plausible scenario. The tactical caution and personnel absences further reduce the likelihood of a high-scoring game.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

Estoril winless in 10 league matches, scoring 0.8 goals per game

Rio Ave scoreless in first two league matches despite 11.3 attempts per game

Combined total of one goal in four league matches this season

Rio Ave unbeaten in nine of last 11 visits to Estoril, winning eight

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

The last ten meetings between these teams average 2.9 goals per game, higher than current season trends.
However, recent matches this season show a significant drop in scoring, with only one goal in four league matches combined.
This suggests a shift toward tighter defenses and slower tempo, supporting a cautious approach to goal expectations.

Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Estoril5.5

Avg corners for

Rio Ave4

Estoril12

Avg total corners

Rio Ave9.5

Estoril2.5

Avg yellow cards

Rio Ave1.5

Estoril11.5

Avg shots

Rio Ave9.5

Best odds for this sectionOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 69% vs implied 58% · edge +11.2 pts

1.73

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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 75%

1.44

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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price

1.98

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Estoril averages 11.5 shots and 5.5 corners per game, showing moderate attacking activity, while Rio Ave averages 9.5 shots and 4 corners. Discipline-wise, Estoril concedes more fouls and cards, which may lead to set-piece opportunities but not necessarily goals. The shot volume contrasts with low scoring, highlighting inefficiency and defensive resilience.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Estoril0.5

Avg goals scored

Rio Ave0

Estoril1.5

Avg goals conceded

Rio Ave1.5

Estoril50%

BTTS rate

Rio Ave0%

Estoril0%

Over 2.5 goals

Rio Ave0%

Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +14.7 pts

1.95

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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 54%

2.05

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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 50%

1.7

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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 22%

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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 34%

1.85

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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 52%

1.25

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Both teams have combined for just one goal in four league matches this season, with Estoril averaging 0.8 goals and Rio Ave failing to score so far. Rio Ave's lack of conversion despite high shot attempts and Estoril's limited attacking returns support a BTTS No and Under 3.5 Goals scenario, indicating a match likely to produce few goals.

Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionOver 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts

1.44

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Rio Ave to WinBet365 guide price · model 33%

3.9

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Estoril to WinBetUK guide price · model 51%

1.95

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Rio Ave Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 43%

2.5

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Estoril Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%

1.5

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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 50%

1.7

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 28%

3.4

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The Under 2.5 Goals market is priced at even , reflecting a 50% implied probability. The model's 66% chance indicates a positive , justifying the selection as a sound bet. The price accurately captures the cautious nature of both teams' attacking struggles, making this a price-sensitive but attractive market.

Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Estoril

Last 50W 1D 1L

Last 5 record

Last 100W 1D 1L

16 Aug 2026A Nacional0-2

07 Aug 2026H Famalicao1-1

Rio Ave

Last 50W 0D 2L

Last 5 record

Last 100W 0D 2L

15 Aug 2026H FC Porto0-2

09 Aug 2026A GIL Vicente0-1

Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetfred guide price · Model 61% vs implied 52% · edge +8.2 pts

1.91

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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 79%

1.22

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Rio Ave to WinBet365 guide price · model 33%

3.9

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Estoril to WinBetUK guide price · model 51%

1.95

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Rio Ave Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 43%

2.5

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Estoril Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%

1.5

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 28%

3.4

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Estoril's recent form includes one point from two matches with an average of 0.5 goals scored and 1.5 conceded, while Rio Ave has zero points and zero goals scored, conceding 1.5 per game. Neither team has recorded an Over 2.5 Goals result recently, reinforcing the expectation of a low-scoring encounter.

Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

4Estoril wins

3Draws

3Rio Ave wins

22 Mar 2026Estoril v Rio Ave1-2

01 Nov 2025Rio Ave v Estoril0-4

22 Feb 2025Estoril v Rio Ave2-1

21 Sep 2024Rio Ave v Estoril2-2

31 Jan 2024Rio Ave v Estoril1-1

20 Aug 2023Estoril v Rio Ave2-0

Best odds for this sectionRio Ave to WinBet365 guide price · Model 33% vs implied 26% · edge +7.4 pts

3.9

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Estoril to WinBetUK guide price · model 51%

1.95

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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 50%

1.7

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 28%

3.4

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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 34%

1.85

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Rio Ave's historical record at Estoril is strong, unbeaten in nine of their last 11 visits with eight wins. However, recent scoring droughts and personnel absences weaken the usual attacking threat. The head-to-head data provides background but current form and tactical constraints carry more weight for this match.

Season team stats

Primeira Liga

Estoril3

Played

Rio Ave2

Estoril0.3

Avg goals for

Rio Ave0

Estoril1.7

Avg goals against

Rio Ave1.5

Estoril0

Clean sheets

Rio Ave0

Best odds for this sectionRio Ave to WinBet365 guide price · Model 33% vs implied 26% · edge +7.4 pts

3.9

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Estoril to WinBetUK guide price · model 51%

1.95

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Rio Ave Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 43%

2.5

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Estoril Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%

1.5

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Both teams exhibit low scoring and defensive vulnerabilities this season, with Estoril conceding 1.8 goals per game and scoring 0.8, and Rio Ave matching the 1.8 goals conceded but scoring only 0.9 on average. These season-long trends align with a cautious game likely to stay under 2.5 goals.

League standings snapshot

Current table context.

Pos	Team	Pts	P	W	D	L	GD
9	Rio Ave	3	3	1	0	2	-1
14	Estoril	1	3	0	1	2	-4

Estoril sits 13th and Rio Ave 17th in the Primeira Liga, both under early pressure to improve results. While standings reflect struggles, the tactical and scoring difficulties provide a clearer explanation for the expected low-scoring nature of this fixture than table position alone.

Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

0%Estoril Over 2.5

0%Rio Ave Over 2.5

2.9H2H avg goals

The last ten meetings between these teams average 2.9 goals per game, higher than current season trends. However, recent matches this season show a significant drop in scoring, with only one goal in four league matches combined. This suggests a shift toward tighter defenses and slower tempo, supporting a cautious approach to goal expectations.

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