👉 What is the recommended bet for Nacional vs Rio Ave?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Nacional vs Rio Ave on 10 May 2025, is for Nacional to win or draw (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 Which stadium will host Nacional vs Rio Ave?

The Nacional vs Rio Ave match on 10 May 2025 will take place in Funchal, Estádio da Madeira.

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Here you will find the best prediction for Nacional 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, to provide the best prediction for this clash between Nacional and Rio Ave.

Nacional

10 May 2025 – 14::30
First League
2024/2025
NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 33

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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Nacional vs Rio Ave

The best prediction for Nacional vs Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga is that Nacional wins or draws (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals. Nacional no longer faces the pressure of fighting relegation, which could allow them to play more freely; they have shown flashes of good football in this league. Playing at home, in their challenging stadium, it will be tough for Rio Ave to cause an upset. This match could mirror the last five games at Nacional’s ground, where they recorded at least two goals in 80% of those matches.

The best prediction for Nacional vs Rio Ave

Nacional wins or draws (double chance) and more than 1.5 goals

Match preview: Nacional vs Rio Ave

Nacional and Rio Ave will face off at the Madeira stadium in the 33rd round of the Primeira Liga. The last encounter saw Rio Ave triumphant at home with a score of 2-1 on 29 December 2024. Recent direct confrontations have favoured the visitors, with Rio Ave winning three, drawing one, and losing one of their last five encounters. It’s important to consider their home/away performance; Nacional tends to deliver different results at home compared to away fixtures.

Team analysis: Nacional

After 9 wins, 6 draws, and 17 losses, the home team currently sits in 11th position with a total of 33 points. In their last outing, they lost 2-1 against Vitória SC at home after previously drawing with Moreirense 1-1 away. Nacional has fared better on their home turf, boasting 7 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, compared to 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses in away matches over the last 30. For the championship, they accumulated only 13 points from the last 30 available, recording 4 wins, 1 draw, and 5 losses in their last 10 home games. Unfortunately, defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, conceding goals in 9 of their last 10 matches in this league. In 32 league games, Nacional has never turned the score around after falling behind in the 19 instances where they conceded first. Notably, they’ve scored 8 out of their 20 total goals during the last 16 home matches between the 31st and 45th minutes.

Having achieved their primary objective of remaining in the Primeira Liga, Nacional can now breathe a sigh of relief. This has been a much-needed respite for the Alvi-Negra squad, which struggled with negative results of late, having lost 3 out of their last 5 games, winning only once and drawing once. Their most recent home defeat was against Vitória de Guimarães. However, Nacional took advantage of the struggles exhibited by Boavista and AVS. Now, with a more relaxed atmosphere, they will welcome Rio Ave, aiming to solidify their position above the relegation zone. Nacional is just 1 point behind Arouca and 2 points behind Moreirense.

Team analysis: Rio Ave

The visitors currently occupy 13th place, having also claimed 33 points through 9 wins, 9 draws, and 14 losses. In their penultimate match, they lost 3-0 to Vitória SC away. The last fixture saw them win against Estrela at home, with a score of 2-0. Rio Ave has maintained a consistent performance when playing away, with a record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses over the last 30 matches. At home, they have secured 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses. In their last 10 away games, Rio Ave has managed 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, earning them 8 points from a possible 30. Defensive weaknesses persist, with 8 goals conceded in the last 10 matches, although they have found the net in 7 of those contests. In 32 league games, they have never come back to win after falling behind in the 18 occasions where they conceded first. Among their last 16 away games, they have notably scored 5 of their 11 goals during the final stages from the 76th to 90th minute.

Rio Ave sits in 10th place and cannot rise any higher. However, the essential goal of securing their spot in the Primeira Liga has been accomplished. They recently broke a streak of 3 matches with 1 draw and 2 consecutive losses by winning against Estrela. Moving forward, against Nacional, a victory would firmly secure their 10th position and prevent any dependency on results from Moreirense and Arouca. A defeat could allow Nacional to overtake them in the standings.