Rio Ave FC vs Sporting CP: match statistics
Rio Ave FC vs Sporting CP: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Rio Ave FC played against Sporting CP in Liga NOS (Portugal). The game was played on August 28, 2026. Venue: Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube. Final score: 0:4.
Recent form
Rio Ave FC has 1 win, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.00 points per game. Sporting CP has 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.33 points per game.
Scoring records
Rio Ave FC scores 0.67 goals per game and allows 1.00. Sporting CP scores 2.67 and allows 1.67. Games in this league average 2.79 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 0% of Rio Ave FC's games and 100% of Sporting CP's. The Over 2.5 rates are 0% and 100%, compared with league averages of 42% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Sporting CP has the higher season xG average, 1.46 to 0.83 per game. Rio Ave FC takes 7.3 shots per game, while Sporting CP takes 11.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Rio Ave FC leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.33 goals per game after halftime. Sporting CP leads at halftime in 67% and scores 1.33 after halftime.
When the teams score
Rio Ave FC's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (1 goals). For Sporting CP, it is minutes 46-60 (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga Portugal games average 2.79 goals. Both teams score in 42% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 2 away wins. Those games averaged 4.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Sporting CP sit 2nd and remain unbeaten in the league, collecting 13 points from their last five matches thanks to 4 wins and a draw. The visitors have scored 14 goals during this period, while Rio Ave have managed just 4 and lost 3 of their last 5 games. Away from home, Sporting create chances worth 1.85 xG per match and average 8 shots on target, clearly outperforming Rio Ave, who average just 1 shot on target at home and have yet to score. The hosts lost their only home match so far 0:2, while their defense allows opponents 1.65 xG, which, given Sporting CP’s attacking quality, points towards an away win. Rio Ave’s chances are further reduced by the fact that they have yet to keep a clean sheet at home, although Sporting also concede an average of 2 goals away from home, making it too risky to completely rule out a draw.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The seasonal data for both teams strongly support goals at both ends: Rio Ave and Sporting have a BTTS rate of 100%, and neither side has kept a clean sheet yet. Sporting are clearly more dangerous in attack, averaging 2.0 goals, generating an xG of 1.85, and recording 8.0 shots on target, while Rio Ave concede an average of 1.5 goals. However, the hosts have shown weaker recent attacking form, scoring just 0.8 goals and generating an xG of 0.92 across their last 5 matches, which reduces confidence in them finding the net. On the other hand, Sporting have allowed opponents an xG of 0.87 and conceded 1.2 goals per match in this run, while Rio Ave have scored in 4 of their last 5 matches. BTTS - Yes is therefore slightly preferred, although the edge over the No Goal scenario, in which at least one team fails to score, is not significant.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Sporting are in excellent form, scoring 2.8 goals per game across their last five matches, with 1.60 xG, while Rio Ave allowed opponents 1.83 xG during this period. However, the hosts have a clear offensive problem: they have scored just 4 goals in their last five matches, averaging 0.8, with their xG standing at only 0.92. Sporting’s defense looks more solid, as the team conceded an average of 1.2 goals in their last five appearances and allowed opponents just 0.87 xG. Early-season data for both teams points to 100% of matches finishing Over 3.5 goals, but Rio Ave’s current form significantly reduces the chances of four goals being scored. The projected total of 2.60 goals gives the strongest edge to the Under 3.5 goals market.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
Sporting are clearly stronger in terms of current form: over their last five matches, they averaged 2.8 goals, won 80% of their games and remained unbeaten, while Rio Ave scored just 0.8 goals on average and lost 60% of their matches. The visitors were leading at the break in three of their last five games and conceded no first-half goals in those matches, whereas Rio Ave were behind at half-time in three of their last five fixtures. Sporting’s advantage is also evident in chance creation: their average xG stands at 1.85 compared with the hosts’ 1.27, while shots on target average 8.0 versus 5.0. After the break, Sporting have recently averaged 1.8 goals, compared with just 0.4 for Rio Ave, reinforcing the scenario of maintaining or extending their lead. Although the hosts recorded very strong early home results, these are based on just two matches; therefore, the stronger signal is an away win for Sporting both at half-time and at full-time: HT/FT 2/2.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Rio Ave FC | Sporting CP | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 27% | 51% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.45 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Sporting CP is 133% better for: last-5 form.
1 pts / game - Rio Ave FC · 2.33 pts / game - Sporting CP
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Sporting CP is 299% better for: goals scored per game.
0.67 goals / game - Rio Ave FC · 2.67 goals / game - Sporting CP
Rio Ave FC is 67% better for: goals allowed per game.
1 goals / game - Rio Ave FC · 1.67 goals / game - Sporting CP
Rio Ave FC scores in 33% of games (1 of 3 meczów), while Sporting CP keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 meczów).
Sporting CP scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 meczów), while Rio Ave FC keeps a clean sheet in 33% (1 of 3 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Rio Ave FC
Over / Under - Sporting CP
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Sporting CP is 75% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.33 pts / game - Rio Ave FC · 2.33 pts / game - Sporting CP
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Rio Ave FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Sporting CP - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 67% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 1.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.33 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 0.7 |
| Average goals per game | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 33% |
| No goal | 67% | 67% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.33 | 1.33 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 1.7 |
| Average goals per game | 1.3 | 3.0 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 33% | 67% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 0% |
| No goal | 33% | 33% |
| Goal difference | +4 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (1 goal). Concedes most in 76-90 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (4 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Rio Ave FC
Sporting CP
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Liga Portugal).
Teams vs league
| Rio Ave FC | Liga | Sporting CP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 1.67 | 2.79 | ▲ 4.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 0% | 42% | ▲ 100% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 0% | 46% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 33% | 29% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 71% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 75% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Rio Ave FC's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses against Sporting CP. Games average 4.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Rio Ave FC vs Sporting CP?
The Liga NOS match finished Rio Ave FC 0:4 Sporting CP. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Rio Ave FC and Sporting CP?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Rio Ave FC won 0, Sporting CP won 2 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 4.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Rio Ave FC vs Sporting CP?
Rio Ave FC score 0.67 goals per game on average and Sporting CP 2.67. The Liga NOS average is 2.79 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 0% of Rio Ave FC's matches and 100% of Sporting CP's.
What form are Rio Ave FC and Sporting CP in?
Over the last 5 games Rio Ave FC have a 1-0-2 record (1.00 points per game) and Sporting CP 2-1-0 (2.33 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Rio Ave FC vs Sporting CP?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.