Rio Ave vs Estrela Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
8
J. Brabec
was cautioned
15
M. Scholze
was cautioned
27
J. Blesa
scored for Rio Ave
45+1
O. Pohlmann
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 1
48
J. Blesa
scored for Rio Ave
65
R. Pinho
scored for Estrela
67
E. Van Der Gouw
was cautioned
68
R. Guilherme
was cautioned
80
E. Doue
was cautioned
Rio Ave welcome Estrela Amadora to Estadio dos Arcos on 15 March 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Portugal Liga Portugal schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Rio Ave tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Estrela Amadora tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Recent Form
Rio Ave
WWDLL
Estrela Amadora
LDDLL
Rio Ave have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
In contrast, Estrela Amadora are under pressure after a string of poor results. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
WDLLL
Estrela Amadora (Away)
LDLDL
Rio Ave show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
There is little difference in Estrela Amadora's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Rio Ave
-++--
Estrela Amadora
--+--
Rio Ave have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.
However, Estrela Amadora have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
-+---
Estrela Amadora (Away)
-+---
Rio Ave show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
There is little difference in Estrela Amadora's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Rio Ave
+---+
Estrela Amadora
++--+
Rio Ave's recent matches have shown a mixed pattern in terms of goals. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
Meanwhile, Estrela Amadora's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
+-++-
Estrela Amadora (Away)
+-+-+
Rio Ave's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Estrela Amadora.
Scoring Consistency
Rio Ave
++--+
Estrela Amadora
++--+
Rio Ave continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Similarly, Estrela Amadora have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
+-+--
Estrela Amadora (Away)
+-++-
Rio Ave's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
Estrela Amadora's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Fabio Verissimo
Venue: Estadio dos Arcos
Rio Ave vs Estrela Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
2.55
xG
1.21
44
Ball Posession (%)
56
6
Big Chances
1
4
Cautions
2
18
Shots
11
6
Shots on Goal
3
9
Shots Blocked
2
12
Shots inside Box
5
6
Shots outside Box
6
1
Hit Woodwork
0
16
Fouls
12
10
Corner Kicks
4
14
Throw Ins
20
2
Saves
4
12
Free Kicks
16
0
Offsides
1
358
Passes Total
462
296
Passes Completed
389
108
Passes in the final 3rd Total
116
76
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
73
25
Touches in the Opposition Box
15
15
Tackles Total
19
10
Tackles Completed
10
22
Clearances
41
25
Crosses Total
18
4
Crosses Completed
5
15
Interceptions
4
Rio Ave vs Estrela Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
99
E. Van Der Gouw
40
R. Ribeiro
6
N. Abbey
24
B. Langa
39
G. Mancha
83
Otavio
32
J. Brabec
30
L. Patrick
17
M. Vroussay
21
M. Scholze
5
A. Ntoi
19
P. Moreira
44
T. Nikitscher
6
K. Hoog Jansson
18
D. Spikic
10
I. Stoica
80
O. Pohlmann
11
G. Henrique
7
D. Bezerra
99
A. Marcus
11
J. Blesa
9
R. Pinho
Rio Ave vs Estrela H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results