Rio Ave vs Estrela Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 1
21
I. Stoica
scored for Estrela
26
M. Scholze
was cautioned
44
F. Petrasso
was cautioned
45+3
F. Petrasso
scored for Rio Ave
2nd Half3 - 3
53
A. Marcus
scored for Estrela
57
R. Galcik
scored for Rio Ave
58
E. Doue
was cautioned
62
A. Marcus
scored for Estrela
76
S. Lekovic
was cautioned
78
J. Blesa (Penalty)
scored from the spot for Rio Ave
90+1
Tamble
was cautioned
The upcoming meeting between Rio Ave and Estrela Amadora takes place at Estadio dos Arcos on 14 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Portugal Liga Portugal. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Rio Ave prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Estrela Amadora tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Recent Form
Rio Ave
DLLWL
Estrela Amadora
DWDWD
Rio Ave have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
However, Estrela Amadora are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
Recent Form Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
DLL
Estrela Amadora (Away)
DWD
Rio Ave's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
Estrela Amadora show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Rio Ave
---+-
Estrela Amadora
-----
Rio Ave have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
However, Estrela Amadora are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
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.
Estrela Amadora's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Rio Ave
+++--
Estrela Amadora
+++++
Rio Ave regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
In contrast, Estrela Amadora's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
++-
Estrela Amadora (Away)
+++
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Rio Ave.
Estrela Amadora's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Rio Ave
+--+-
Estrela Amadora
+++++
Rio Ave have shown mixed attacking reliability lately. Improving finishing could make a big difference.
In contrast, Estrela Amadora have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Rio Ave (Home)
+--
Estrela Amadora (Away)
+++
There is little difference in Rio Ave's scoring output across venues.
Estrela Amadora's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Gustavo Correia
Venue: Estadio dos Arcos
Rio Ave vs Estrela Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.24
xG
1.87
38
Ball Posession (%)
62
2
Big Chances
3
2
Cautions
3
11
Shots
20
6
Shots on Goal
6
2
Shots Blocked
7
4
Shots inside Box
14
7
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
2
16
Fouls
12
4
Corner Kicks
5
2
Saves
3
12
Free Kicks
16
0
Offsides
2
307
Passes Total
462
255
Passes Completed
426
59
Passes in the final 3rd Total
111
32
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
90
9
Touches in the Opposition Box
30
9
Tackles Total
20
5
Tackles Completed
16
19
Clearances
18
11
Crosses Total
26
3
Crosses Completed
6
11
Interceptions
2
Rio Ave vs Estrela Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
99
E. Van Der Gouw
24
L. Linck
24
P. Amaral
55
R. Soares
3
S. Garcia
5
S. Lekovic
23
F. Petrasso
30
L. Patrick
20
J. Tome
21
M. Scholze
5
A. Ntoi
39
E. Doue
44
T. Nikitscher
78
S. Serra
7
D. Bezerra
10
I. Stoica
79
M. Patricio
14
L. Zvonarek
80
S. Clemmensen
99
A. Marcus
11
J. Blesa
37
L. Antonetti
Rio Ave vs Estrela H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results