Portugal
Primeira LigaRound 4
Rio Ave vs Sporting CP Prediction & Betting Tips
Our prediction: Draw (45%); under 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Rio AveDrawSporting CP
Match Result
Sporting CP
45%
Total Goals
Under 2.5
55%
Both Teams Score
Yes
60%
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
13Draws
15
3.21Avg Goals
47%BTTS
58%Over 2.5
11 May 2026Rio Ave1-4Sporting CP
28 Dec 2025Sporting CP4-0Rio Ave
22 Apr 2025Rio Ave1-2Sporting CP
3 Apr 2025Sporting CP2-0Rio Ave
18 Jan 2025Rio Ave0-3Sporting CP
Frequently Asked Questions
Rio Ave vs Sporting CP: who is predicted to win?
Our model predicts Sporting CP with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Rio Ave vs Sporting CP have?
We expect Under 2.5 goals (55% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
Both teams to score: Yes (60% confidence).
When and where is Rio Ave vs Sporting CP played?
Rio Ave vs Sporting CP takes place on 28 Aug 2026.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  FC Porto | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 3 | |
| 2 |  GIL Vicente | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 3 | |
| 3 |  Maritimo | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 3 | |
| 4 |  Arouca | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 3 | |
| 5 | Sporting CP | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 6 |  SC Braga | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 7 |  Nacional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 8 |  Academico Viseu | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 9 |  Famalicao | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| 10 |  Estrela | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 11 |  Estoril | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| 12 |  Santa Clara | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 13 |  Moreirense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 14 |  Benfica | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| 15 |  Vitória SC | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | |
| 16 | Rio Ave | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | |
| 17 |  Casa Pia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 | |
| 18 |  Alverca | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
Champions League
Europa League
Conference League
Relegation
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Rio AveLDLDL
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.5 |
| Scored Avg | 1.1 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.4 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
9 AugLat GIL Vicente0-1
16 MayDat Casa Pia1-1
11 MayLvs Sporting CP1-4
3 MayDvs GIL Vicente0-0
25 AprLat Vitória SC0-2
Sporting CPDWWWD
10Played
4Wins
5Draws
1Losses
| Points/Game | 1.7 |
| Win % | 40% |
| Goals/Game | 2.8 |
| Scored Avg | 1.9 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.9 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
8 AugDat Estrela2-2
16 MayWvs GIL Vicente3-0
11 MayWat Rio Ave4-1
4 MayWvs Vitória SC5-1
29 AprDvs Tondela2-2
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 19 |
| Average Goals | 3.21 |
| BTTS | 47% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 58% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 89% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Ave | 14 | 0.74 per game |
| Sporting CP | 47 | 2.47 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Rio Ave | 0 (0%) |
| Sporting CP | 10 (53%) |
11 May 2026Primeira LigaRio Ave1-4Sporting CP
28 Dec 2025Primeira LigaSporting CP4-0Rio Ave
22 Apr 2025Taça de PortugalRio Ave1-2Sporting CP
3 Apr 2025Taça de PortugalSporting CP2-0Rio Ave
18 Jan 2025Primeira LigaRio Ave0-3Sporting CP
9 Aug 2024Primeira LigaSporting CP3-1Rio Ave
25 Feb 2024Primeira LigaRio Ave3-3Sporting CP
25 Sept 2023Primeira LigaSporting CP2-0Rio Ave
6 Feb 2023Primeira LigaRio Ave0-1Sporting CP
13 Aug 2022Primeira LigaSporting CP3-0Rio Ave
5 May 2021Primeira LigaRio Ave0-2Sporting CP
15 Jan 2021Primeira LigaSporting CP1-1Rio Ave
15 Feb 2020Primeira LigaRio Ave1-1Sporting CP
31 Aug 2019Primeira LigaSporting CP2-3Rio Ave
7 Apr 2019Primeira LigaSporting CP3-0Rio Ave
19 Dec 2018Taça de PortugalSporting CP5-2Rio Ave
3 Dec 2018Primeira LigaRio Ave1-3Sporting CP
18 Mar 2018Primeira LigaSporting CP2-0Rio Ave
27 Oct 2017Primeira LigaRio Ave0-1Sporting CP
Rio Ave — Upcoming Predictions
Sporting CP — Upcoming Predictions
Primeira Liga — Predictions
Sporting CPVS
Vitória SC1X2
Home
73%
AlvercaVS
EstrelaO/U
Under 2.5
56%
Academico ViseuVS
Santa ClaraAH
Away -0.25
67%
Rio AveVS
FC PortoAH
Away -0.50
91%
NacionalVS
EstorilAH
Away -0.25
65%
AroucaVS
MoreirenseO/U
Under 2.5
55%
SC BragaVS
GIL Vicente1X2
Home
57%
FamalicaoVS
Maritimo1X2
Home
54%
Casa PiaVS
Benfica1X2
Away
78%
MaritimoVS
Academico ViseuDC
DC 1X
66%