Benfica vs Rio Ave Prediction, Lineups & Odds

Benfica to Win Big

Benfica could enjoy a convincing win against Rio Ave. We’re backing them at 1.91 with a -2 Asian Handicap, meaning money back for a two-goal victory and a bigger return if the favourites triumph by more.

7 Benfica Victories in Previous 8 H2H Clashes

Benfica were winners last time out. Their 5-1 victory against Gil Vicente at Estadio da Luz was their fourth straight home triumph. The Lisbon side had 50% possession and recorded six shots on target, with Nicolas Otamendi one of the five scorers that formed part of this goalfest.

Rio Ave drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Estadio dos Arcos ended 1-1 against Famalicão. Luis Freire's men recorded 46% possession and totalled seven shots on goal, with Ahmed Hassan Koka on the scoresheet.

The last encounter between Rio Ave and Benfica ended all square. This head-to-head was a 1-1 draw at Estadio dos Arcos. In the past 8 H2H meetings, there has been one draw. Benfica have won seven games and Rio Ave zero.

Primeira Liga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Benfica	31	24	3	4	80	25	55	80:25	75
13	Rio Ave	31	8	9	14	33	51	-18	33:51	33

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6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.3 goals from 7.3 shots on goal and 16.8 attempts. Benfica have had 59.3% possession, 543.1 passes and 8.2 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 0.8 goals from 2.5 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts, while being awarded 1.9 corners.

Orkun Kokcu is the top scorer with 4 goals, while Florentino Luis, Kerem Akturkoglu, Vangelis Pavlidis and Angel Di Maria each have 2. Orkun Kokcu is the leading assists maker on 3, with goalkeeper Anatolii Trubin keeping 4 clean sheets.

Rio Ave have won 2, lost 4 and drawn 4, averaging 3.7 shots on goal, 10.6 attempts and 0.9 goals. They average 46.7% possession, 401.4 passes, 5.9 corners taken and 7.7 corners against them, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 15.4 attempts and 5.8 shots on goal.

Clayton has scored 3 goals, followed by Ahmed Hassan Koka, Kiko Bondoso, Patrick and Costinha on 1. Demir Tiknaz, Omar Richards and Marios Vrousai are top assists providers with 1, while Jhonatan has recorded 2 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Benfica confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Anatoliy Trubin (GK), Alexander Bah, Nicolas Otamendi, Tomas Araujo, Alvaro Carreras, Fredrik Aursnes, Orkun Kokcu, Angel Di Maria, Kerem Akturkoglu, Jan-Niklas Beste, Vangelis Pavlidis.

Rio Ave confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Cezary Miszta (GK), Jonathan Panzo, Aderllan Santos, Patrick, Joao Tome, Omar Richards, Brandon Aguilera, Joao Novais, Demir Tiknaz, Kiko Bondoso, Clayton.

Expert Primeira Liga Analysis

We’re always monitoring the team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.

Key Benfica vs Rio Ave league stats:

• The -2 line has been covered by Benfica in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -2 line has been covered by Benfica in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -2 line has been covered by Benfica in 3 consecutive games.
• The +2 line hasn’t been covered by Rio Ave in 1 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +2 line hasn’t been covered by Rio Ave in 2 of their last 8 games against Benfica.

Benfica vs Rio Ave Prediction

Benfica -2 are available at odds of 1.91 on the Asian Handicap. The favourites look more than capable of delivering the goods in this Primeira Liga game and we really like the available price.

Wanting bigger odds when it comes to your pick? With the line being moved, you can secure a larger price although the wager is a more risky one.

Benfica -2 Probability

According to the bookies, our pick has a 52.4% chance of landing a return. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

Benfica 3 - 0 Rio Ave

There’s the option to wager on Benfica to win by a 3-0 scoreline. Odds of 5.10 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Benfica vs Rio Ave Odds

The bookies favourites are 86% likely to win the match according to the latest betting odds, with Benfica priced at 1.17 to triumph in this Primeira Liga game. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get 13.00 about Rio Ave.

For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. Both Teams to Score betting is always popular and the No option on the BTTS market is available at 1.62.

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Team News

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