Varzim vs Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF: match statistics
Varzim presents impressive home form with 55% wins and only 9% losses on their own ground, giving them a clear psychological advantage. The hosts additionally have a better goal difference at home (+11 goal difference) and higher shooting efficiency (15% vs 16% for visitors, but with more attempts - 11.18 shots/match). Académica Coimbra performs much worse on the road, winning only 20% of matches and conceding an average of 1.4 goals per match, which, combined with a poor 10% clean sheet rate, signals defensive problems. Recent form for both teams is similar (1.8 pts/match each), but Varzim shows great disposition in their last five home matches with a 'wdddwdwlwww' streak. Taking all factors into account, the hosts' advantage is clear, although Académica's experience and decent possession (52%) could make the match competitive, hence a moderate probability of a Varzim victory.
Varzim vs Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Varzim played against Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF in Liga 3 (Portugal). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Varzim has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Varzim scores 1.36 goals per game and allows 1.00. Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF scores 1.67 and allows 1.05. Games in this league average 2.20 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Varzim's games and 57% of Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 38%, compared with league averages of 47% for BTTS and 38% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF has the higher season xG average, 1.35 to 1.25 per game. Varzim takes 9.3 shots per game, while Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF takes 9.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Varzim leads at halftime in 36% of its games and scores 0.68 goals per game after halftime. Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.90 after halftime.
When the teams score
Varzim's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF, it is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga 3 games average 2.20 goals. Both teams score in 47% of games, and 38% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
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
Varzim presents impressive home form with 55% wins and only 9% losses on their own ground, giving them a clear psychological advantage. The hosts additionally have a better goal difference at home (+11 goal difference) and higher shooting efficiency (15% vs 16% for visitors, but with more attempts - 11.18 shots/match). Académica Coimbra performs much worse on the road, winning only 20% of matches and conceding an average of 1.4 goals per match, which, combined with a poor 10% clean sheet rate, signals defensive problems. Recent form for both teams is similar (1.8 pts/match each), but Varzim shows great disposition in their last five home matches with a 'wdddwdwlwww' streak. Taking all factors into account, the hosts' advantage is clear, although Académica's experience and decent possession (52%) could make the match competitive, hence a moderate probability of a Varzim victory.
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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
| Varzim | Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 40% | 44% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.14 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.36 | 0.39 |
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.
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.
Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF is 23% better for: goals scored per game.
1.36 goals / game - Varzim · 1.67 goals / game - Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF
Varzim is 5% better for: goals allowed per game.
1 goals / game - Varzim · 1.05 goals / game - Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF
Varzim scores in 68% of games (15 of 22 meczów), while Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF keeps a clean sheet in 29% (6 of 21 meczów).
Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF scores in 81% of games (17 of 21 meczów), while Varzim keeps a clean sheet in 27% (6 of 22 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 - Varzim
Over / Under - Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF
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.
Varzim is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.45 pts / game - Varzim · 1.33 pts / game - Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Varzim - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 36% of games and wins 41%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 43%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
* 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 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* 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
Varzim
Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF
* 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 3).
Teams vs league
| Varzim | Liga | Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.36 | 2.20 | ▲ 2.71 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 47% | ▲ 57% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 45% | 38% | • 38% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 27% | 32% | ▼ 29% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 65% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 77% | 73% | ▲ 86% |
^ 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
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
- Associação Académica de Coimbra OAFSubstitutionOn: Jean Carlos Sinisterra AnguloOff: António Luís Cavaco Silva Sá Montez
- Associação Académica de Coimbra OAFSubstitutionOn: António Manuel Pereira XavierOff: Jean Carlos Sinisterra Angulo
- Associação Académica de Coimbra OAFSubstitutionOn: Marco João Costa BaixinhoOff: Beni Yvan Roy Loussakou Souza
FAQ
What was the result of Varzim vs Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF?
The Liga 3 match finished Varzim 0:1 Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Varzim vs Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF?
Varzim score 1.36 goals per game on average and Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF 1.67. The Liga 3 average is 2.20 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 38% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Varzim's matches and 57% of Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF's.
What form are Varzim and Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF in?
Over the last 5 games Varzim have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Varzim vs Associação Académica de Coimbra OAF?
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.