On 28.04.2026, the Latvian Virsliga will witness a highly anticipated match between Rīgas FS and Riga. This game is expected to be a close contest, with both teams evenly matched in skills and tactics. We have analyzed their past performances, key players, and team strategies to bring you reliable betting tips. Follow our predictions, get informed, and place your bets on this exciting matchup.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rīgas FS | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 13/3 | 21 |
| 2 | Riga | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 29/9 | 19 |
| 3 | Auda | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16/11 | 19 |
Key Player Statistics: Rīgas FS vs Riga
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x 2Rīgas FS vs Riga Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virsliga | Riga | Rīgas FS | 07.11.2025 | 3-4 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Riga | 25.09.2025 | 0-0 |
| Virsliga | Riga | Rīgas FS | 18.06.2025 | 3-1 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Riga | 26.04.2025 | 0-1 |
| Super Cup | Rīgas FS | Riga | 01.03.2025 | 3-1 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Riga | 10.11.2024 | 1-2 |
| Cup | Rīgas FS | Riga | 23.09.2024 | 2-1 |
| Virsliga | Riga | Rīgas FS | 25.08.2024 | 0-0 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Riga | 16.06.2024 | 2-2 |
| Virsliga | Riga | Rīgas FS | 27.04.2024 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virsliga | Riga | Rīgas FS | 07.11.2025 | 3-4 |
| Virsliga | Super Nova | Rīgas FS | 02.11.2025 | 1-3 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Grobiņa | 26.10.2025 | 5-0 |
| Virsliga | Tukums | Rīgas FS | 19.10.2025 | 2-4 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Metta / LU | 05.10.2025 | 5-1 |
| Virsliga | FK Liepaja | Rīgas FS | 28.09.2025 | 2-2 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | Riga | 25.09.2025 | 0-0 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | BFC Daugavpils | 21.09.2025 | 5-1 |
| Cup | Rīgas FS | Auda | 17.09.2025 | 0-2 |
| Virsliga | Rīgas FS | FS Jelgava | 13.09.2025 | 1-4 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virsliga | Riga | Ogre United | 22.04.2026 | 4-0 |
| Virsliga | Grobiņa | Riga | 18.04.2026 | 0-3 |
| Virsliga | Super Nova | Riga | 14.04.2026 | 1-4 |
| Virsliga | Riga | Tukums | 09.04.2026 | 3-3 |
| Virsliga | FS Jelgava | Riga | 04.04.2026 | 0-8 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Legia Warszawa | Riga | 27.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| Virsliga | Auda | Riga | 20.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Virsliga | Riga | BFC Daugavpils | 14.03.2026 | 4-2 |
| Virsliga | FK Liepaja | Riga | 07.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Flora Tallinn | Riga | 24.02.2026 | 0-3 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Rīgas FS VS Riga
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Rīgas FS vs Riga
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Rīgas FS vs Riga
Two points. That's all that separates first from second in the Latvian Virsliga right now. Rīgas FS host city rivals Riga FC in what is, without question, the biggest derby on the Latvian football calendar — and this one carries serious title weight.
Rīgas FS sit top with 21 points from 8 games. Riga are right behind them on 19. Every tackle, every goal, every moment matters in this one.
Here's what you need to watch for: Rīgas FS have been quietly building one of the most defensively solid campaigns in recent memory. Just 3 goals conceded in 8 league games. That's extraordinary. They're winning games without being flashy — seven victories in a row in Virsliga play, grinding out results with purpose and discipline.
On the other side, Riga FC are absolutely on fire going forward. Twenty-nine goals scored in 8 games is a staggering return. Reginaldo Ramires leads the charge with 8 goals in 11 appearances, and don't overlook G. Mankenda pulling strings from midfield — 7 assists already this season. He's the creative engine, and neutralizing him could be the key tactical battle of the whole match.
But here's the surprising statistical insight that most people are sleeping on: when these two met at Riga's home ground back in November 2025, Rīgas FS came back to win 4-3 in a thriller. Before that, their home Virsliga fixture ended 0-0 in September. Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is automatically going to be an open, end-to-end game — Rīgas FS have shown the tactical intelligence to control tempo at home.
D. Lemajić is the man to watch for the hosts. Nine goals in 12 matches — clinical, dangerous, and thriving in this system.
From a betting perspective, I find real value in Rīgas FS to win at 2.55. Their defensive record against Riga's firepower is the compelling story here. I'd also look seriously at under 2.5 goals — four of the last six Virsliga meetings between these sides ended with two goals or fewer. The bookmakers are pricing this as a wide-open affair. I'm not convinced.
My bold prediction: Rīgas FS win 1-0, with Lemajić scoring the only goal before halftime. A cold, controlled, ruthless home victory.
This is Latvian football at its absolute peak. Don't miss it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Ikaunieks | Latvia | 32 | Attacker | 184 | 75 |
| J. Porsan-Clemente | France | 28 | Attacker | 177 | 63 |
| D. Lemajić | Serbia | 32 | Attacker | 198 | n/a |
| C. Kouadio | Côte d'Ivoire | 29 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. Meļķis | Latvia | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Diedhiou | Senegal | 25 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| L. Odisharia | Georgia | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| T. Wouter | Netherlands | 23 | Attacker | 179 | n/a |
| M. Koné | Côte d'Ivoire | 22 | Attacker | 186 cm | n/a |
| M. Gaye | Senegal | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Derkach | Ukraine | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| I. Diomandé | Côte d'Ivoire | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| K. Mikuļskis | Latvia | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| V. Osuagwu | Niger | 22 | Attacker | 188 | n/a |
| M. Nagasawa | Japan | 21 | Attacker | 171 | n/a |
| Ceti Junior Taty Tchibinda | Congo | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Ndjiki | Cameroon | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Sylla | Côte d'Ivoire | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| F. Konate | Burkina Faso | 19 | Attacker | 197 | n/a |
| M. Saidy | Latvia | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Ngonda | Congo DR | 31 | Defender | 182 cm | n/a |
| I. Erquiaga | Argentina | 27 | 176 cm | 72 kg | |
| A. Taiwo | Nigeria | 27 | Attacker | 185 cm | n/a |
| N. Puriņš | Latvia | 27 | Goalkeeper | 186 cm | 79 kg |
| K. Zommers | Latvia | 29 | Goalkeeper | 188 cm | n/a |
| E. Birka | Latvia | 26 | Defender | 179 | 72 |
| G. Mankenda | Congo DR | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Iago Siqueira Augusto | Brazil | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Nguena | France | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| E. Dašķevičs | Latvia | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Paulo | Brazil | 24 | 188 cm | 84 kg | |
| M. Diop | Senegal | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Musah | Ghana | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Ngom | Senegal | 25 | Defender | 181 cm | 75 kg |
| K. Keziks | Latvia | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| I. Galajevs | Latvia | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| O. Camara | Burkina Faso | 20 | Attacker | 181 | n/a |
| R. Trifonovs | Latvia | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Kazainis | Latvia | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| N. Prudchenko | Ukraine | 17 | Attacker | 186 cm | n/a |
Rīgas FS vs Riga match odds
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