Liga Portugal 1 - Rio Ave VS Vitoria Guimaraes Prediction

Liga Portugal 1  -  Rio Ave VS Vitoria Guimaraes
Match Time:17-12-2024 04:45 Tuesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Both teams are currently positioned in the mid-tier of the Primeira Liga standings. Rio Ave has had a challenging season, with 4 wins, 6 losses, and 3 draws from 13 matches, giving them a win percentage of 31%. They have scored 13 goals but have also conceded 23, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.

In contrast, Vitoria SC Guimaraes has performed better, securing 6 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws. Their win percentage stands at 46%, having scored a total of 16 goals while allowing only 12. This suggests a more effective attack and a stronger defense compared to Rio Ave.

Head-to-Head
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has seen 35 encounters. Vitoria SC Guimaraes has the upper hand with 16 victories compared to Rio Ave's 11, while 8 matches have ended in a draw. The last meeting took place on May 4, 2024, where Rio Ave emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. The average total goals in their matches is around 2.51, indicating that these encounters tend to produce moderate scoring.

Prediction
Given the current form and statistics, Vitoria SC Guimaraes is likely to win this match. However, considering Rio Ave's home strength, they are expected to avoid defeat. The prediction is for both teams to score, as both have shown the ability to find the net in recent matches. Additionally, it is anticipated that Guimaraes will score less than 1.5 goals, reflecting their struggles in away games against Rio Ave. A possible final score could be a draw or a narrow victory for either side, potentially around 1-1 or 1-0 in favor of Vitoria SC Guimaraes.

Pick: Vitoria SC Guimaraes Total goals Under 1.5