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Moreirense vs Rio Ave Prediction – Primeira Liga
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Here you will find the best prediction for Moreirense vs Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from their last games to provide the best prediction for this match between Moreirense and Rio Ave.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Moreirense vs Rio Ave
The best prediction for Moreirense vs Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga is a victory for Moreirense or a draw (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals. Rio Ave is under immense pressure to secure at least one point in this clash at Moreira de Conegos. Another defeat could seriously jeopardise their aspirations in the Primeira Liga, especially with a tough schedule ahead, including visits to Alvalade and the Dragon Stadium. Meanwhile, Moreirense is a team on the up, displaying improved performances with increasing confidence levels, and will aim to secure a win on home turf. Rio Ave has managed to find the net in 11 consecutive away matches. Given the urgency for Rio Ave to collect points, it is likely that this match could see two or more goals, but favoured towards the home team.
The best prediction for Moreirense vs Rio Ave
Moreirense wins or draws (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals
Match preview: Moreirense vs Rio Ave
Moreirense and Rio Ave will face each other at the Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas Sports Park, in a match for the 29th round of the Primeira Liga. The last time these two teams met, Rio Ave emerged victorious at home with a score of (3-2) in this edition of the league, on 30 November 2024. Historically, at this venue, the visiting team has the upper hand, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 encounters. However, their most recent encounter at this venue, which took place on 2 March 2024, ended in a goalless draw (0-0). Although both teams currently sit around the mid-table, this is a clash between the 8th place team at home and the 17th place team as visitors.
Team analysis: Moreirense
After achieving 9 wins, 8 draws, and 11 losses, the home side occupies 10th place, having earned 35 points. In their last match, Moreirense secured a victory against Gil Vicente away (0-1), following a draw against Vitória SC at home (2-2). Moreirense tends to perform better at home, where they have accumulated 24 points, compared to just 11 on the road. In their last 10 home games in the league, they have recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses, garnering 16 points from a possible 30. The most common score at the half-time mark during these games has been 0-0, occurring in 5 out of their 14 matches. The team has conceded goals in 8 out of their last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive solidity; however, their attack has been consistent, scoring in 8 of their last 10 league fixtures. Out of 28 matches this season, they have conceded the first goal 14 times, managing to turn the score around only 3 times.
Moreirense is currently on a six-match unbeaten run, and a win or draw against Rio Ave would further extend this streak. C. Bacci has brought renewed energy to the Conegian side, and the impact of his management is becoming evident. Moreirense has demonstrated a pragmatic yet secure approach recently, as shown in their last round victory over Gil Vicente (0-1). Prior to that, they secured a draw against Santa Clara in the Azores (1-1). Now, in this 29th round, they meet a struggling Rio Ave, who is yet to find their form under the management of Petit and currently holding a disappointing record of 5 consecutive losses.
Team analysis: Rio Ave
The visitors currently sit in 12th place, having amassed 29 points from 7 wins, 8 draws, and 13 losses. Their last match ended in a 0-2 defeat against Boavista at home, following a previous loss away to Casa Pia (1-2). Rio Ave has been stronger at home, taking 21 points at their stadium, while managing just 8 points on the road. In their last 10 away matches in the league, they have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, accounting for 8 points from a possible 30. Defensively, the team has struggled, conceding goals in all of their last 10 games, yet their attack has been relatively consistent, scoring in 8 of those matches. Throughout the season, they have failed to come from behind after conceding the first goal in 17 out of 28 games. A notable trend in their 14 recent away matches shows that they have scored 4 of their 9 total goals between the 76th to 90th minutes.
Rio Ave has faced another setback under Petit, the manager previously credited with revitalising the squad. The defeat to Boavista has sparked concern among their supporters, as their team approaches the relegation zone with only a 6-point cushion over AVS. Losing to Boavista would have rung alarm bells for them. Now, they must tackle Moreirense in Moreira de Conegos, a crucial match for Rio Ave’s immediate future, especially with upcoming fixtures against Alvalade and then the Dragon Stadium in the next two rounds.
The best prediction for Moreirense vs Rio Ave
Moreirense wins or draws (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals
