Fixture between Benfica and Rio Ave is shaping to be one of those affairs where recent results gets out the window. Kicking off
Benfica’s been all over the shop, their showings fluctuating from inspired to baffling. Meanwhile, Rio Ave’s fighting through a rough patch, their rearguard looking unstable.
Digging into past meetings, it’s a crapshoot. Benfica’s enjoyed the edge lately, but soccer’s got a short memory.
Personal take: Each teams’ve got holes. Benfica’s midfield’s stuttering, while Rio Ave’s attack craves a killer instinct.
In terms of the Liga Portugal, this matchup carries extra weight. The division’s fight for top spots means every outcome is crucial, and both sides know a positive result here could shift momentum in the standings. Recent form in the Liga Portugal suggests neither outfit can afford lapses, making this contest even more unmissable.
That said, there’s a feeling about this one—who knows, it’s the game where a player delivers.
Bottom line: This ain't just another game—it's must-watch football with ramifications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.Benfica: Anatolii Trubin, Amar Dedic, Antonio Silva, Nicolas Otamendi, Samuel Dahl, Richard Rios Montoya, Enzo Barrenechea, Heorhii Sudakov, Fredrik Aursnes, Vangelis Pavlidis, Franjo Ivanovic
Rio Ave: Cezary Miszta, Francisco Petrasso, Jakub Brabec, Jonathan Panzo, Marios Vrushai, Andreas Ntoi, Brandon Aguilera, Omar Richards, Ole Pohlmann, Marc Gual, Dario Spikic
The latest head-to-head games of contenders in every championship. Following this data we conclude that Benfica Lisbon has better chance.
Over the last meetings Benfica holds wins - 3, losses - 1 and draws - 1. Rio Ave on the other hand ends the latest games with wins - 0, losses - 2 and draws - 3. Based on the games played we come to a conclusion that Benfica currently is in better form, in comparison to Rio Ave.
Benfica: AVS Futebol Sad – (Win 0:3), Qarabag – (Loss 2:3), Santa Clara Azores – (Draw 1:1), Alverca – (Win 1:2), Fenerbahce Istanbul – (Win 1:0).
Rio Ave: Porto – (Loss 0:3), Moreirense – (Loss 3:1), Braga – (Draw 2:2), Arouca – (Draw 3:3), Nacional de Madeir – (Draw 1:1).