Rio Ave and GIL Vicente are all set for their thrilling Portugal Primeira Liga encounter on 03.05.2026. As these teams prepare, we've analyzed their tactics and strengths. Our prediction dives deep into the nuances of the matchup. Explore our analysis, get a sense of both teams' potential, and consider our insights when placing your bet on this game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Famalicao | 31 | 14 | 9 | 8 | 39/27 | 51 |
| 6 | GIL Vicente | 31 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 46/32 | 49 |
| 7 | Guimaraes | 31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 38/43 | 42 |
| 11 | Arouca | 31 | 10 | 5 | 16 | 39/60 | 35 |
| 12 | Rio Ave | 31 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 33/52 | 34 |
| 13 | Santa Clara | 31 | 8 | 8 | 15 | 28/38 | 32 |
Key Player Statistics: Rio Ave vs GIL Vicente
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x 1 x 3 x 8Rio Ave vs GIL Vicente Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 20.12.2025 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 02.08.2025 | 3-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | GIL Vicente | 16.05.2025 | 1-1 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 06.01.2025 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 24.07.2024 | 2-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | GIL Vicente | 06.04.2024 | 3-0 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 12.11.2023 | 1-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | GIL Vicente | 12.03.2023 | 2-1 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Rio Ave | 17.09.2022 | 2-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | GIL Vicente | 03.04.2021 | 0-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primeira Liga | Guimaraes | Rio Ave | 25.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | AVS | 17.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Santa Clara | Rio Ave | 11.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | Alverca | 04.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Estoril | Rio Ave | 22.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | Estrela | 15.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Tondela | Rio Ave | 09.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | Famalicao | 01.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| Primeira Liga | FC Porto | Rio Ave | 22.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Primeira Liga | Rio Ave | Moreirense | 16.02.2026 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Casa Pia | 27.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Guimaraes | 18.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primeira Liga | Tondela | GIL Vicente | 13.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | AVS | 03.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| Primeira Liga | Santa Clara | GIL Vicente | 21.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Alverca | 14.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Estrela | GIL Vicente | 08.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | Benfica | 02.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primeira Liga | Estoril | GIL Vicente | 22.02.2026 | 3-1 |
| Primeira Liga | GIL Vicente | SC Braga | 14.02.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Rio Ave VS GIL Vicente
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Rio Ave vs GIL Vicente
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Rio Ave vs GIL Vicente
htmlThere's something quietly compelling about this fixture. Rio Ave hosting Gil Vicente in the Primeira Liga might not grab the headlines like a Lisbon derby, but for anyone watching closely, this game carries real weight — and some genuinely interesting betting angles.
Gil Vicente sit 6th in the table with 46 points from 30 games. They are firmly in the hunt for European football. Rio Ave, meanwhile, are 12th with just 34 points and a goal difference of minus 19. That gap tells its own story.
Here's what you need to watch for — Gil Vicente's recent form is a mixed bag, and that's where the value hides. They've drawn four of their last six league games. They're not blowing teams away right now. Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is a simple away win.
The head-to-head record backs that up. Of the last five Primeira Liga meetings between these sides, three ended level. This fixture loves a draw. That 3.30 on the draw market deserves serious attention given the pattern.
Here's the surprising stat casual fans will miss entirely — Rio Ave have actually won two of their last five away trips, beating Estoril and Santa Clara on the road. At home, they beat Casa Pia 3-1 as recently as January. They are not the pushover their league position suggests.
The key individual battle is Gil Vicente's Luis Esteves against Rio Ave's left flank. Esteves has eight assists this season — he's the engine behind everything good Gil Vicente do going forward. If Rio Ave's A. Ntoi, who already has eight yellow cards, loses his discipline trying to stop him, it could change the whole game. A card for Ntoi before half time is genuinely worth a small flutter.
Pablo leads Gil Vicente's scoring with 10 goals in just 13 matches — that's a remarkable return that screams danger. But Rio Ave's Clayton has 10 goals himself and will back himself to threaten on the counter. Both teams to score looks compelling here at what will likely be short odds, but it earns its place in your selections.
My prediction? Gil Vicente edge a 2-1 win, with Pablo netting at some point. But I'd strongly consider backing both teams to score alongside it. The value bet of the match, though, is the draw — if you fancy something bolder, it's the most historically supported outcome in this exact fixture.
Saturday night football in Portugal. Goals expected, drama guaranteed. Set your alarm and get involved.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Brabec | Czechia | 33 | Defender | 186 | 78 |
| K. Chamorro | Costa Rica | 26 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 86 |
| B. Aguilera | Costa Rica | 22 | Midfielder | 179 | 60 |
| D. Špikić | Croatia | 27 | Attacker | 183 | 79 |
| O. Richards | England | 28 | Midfielder | 174 | 69 |
| G. Liavas | Greece | 25 | Midfielder | 181 | n/a |
| T. Nikitscher | Hungary | 26 | Midfielder | 193 | 82 |
| M. Vrousai | Greece | 27 | Midfielder | 183 | 78 |
| C. Miszta | Poland | 24 | Goalkeeper | 193 | 80 |
| Marc Gual | Spain | 30 | Attacker | 184 | 73 |
| J. Panzo | England | 25 | Defender | 188 | 72 |
| Clayton | Brazil | 27 | Attacker | 184 | 80 |
| Ole Pohlmann | Germany | 25 | Attacker | 183 | 80 |
| A. Ntoi | Greece | 23 | Midfielder | 188 | 85 |
| N. Athanasiou | Greece | 25 | Defender | 177 | n/a |
| André Luiz | Brazil | 24 | Attacker | 185 | 77 |
| Eric Emanuel da Silva Moreira | Germany | 20 | Attacker | 184 | 82 |
| F. Petrasso | Argentina | 24 | Defender | 191 | 79 |
| A. Sina | Albania | 22 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 75 |
| Valentim Sousa | Portugal | 21 | Attacker | 156 | 42 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Baturina | Croatia | 25 | Attacker | 187 | 82 |
| G. Konan | Côte d'Ivoire | 30 | Defender | 176 | 77 |
| Jonathan Buatu | Angola | 32 | Defender | 187 | 87 |
| Daniel Figueira | Portugal | 27 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 83 |
| Josué Sá | Portugal | 33 | Defender | 187 | 80 |
| Andrew | Brazil | 24 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 76 |
| Sergio Bermejo | Spain | 28 | Midfielder | 170 | 68 |
| Zé Carlos | Portugal | 27 | Defender | 177 | 77 |
| Santi García | Spain | 24 | Midfielder | 184 | 77 |
| Luís Esteves | Portugal | 28 | Midfielder | 171 | 63 |
| F. Cáseres | Argentina | 24 | Midfielder | 176 | 68 |
| M. Fernández | Uruguay | 22 | Midfielder | 168 | 73 |
| M. Elimbi Gilbert | France | 23 | Defender | 186 | 78 |
| Pablo | Portugal | 22 | Attacker | 184 | 74 |
| Thomas Luciano | Brazil | 24 | Defender | 180 | n/a |
| Hevertton Santos | Brazil | 25 | Defender | 182 | 73 |
| Zé Carlos | Portugal | 24 | Midfielder | 172 | 64 |
| Gustavo Varela | Portugal | 21 | Attacker | 184 | 74 |
| A. Bamba | Côte d'Ivoire | 21 | Midfielder | 177 | 65 |
| Rodrigo Rodrigues | Portugal | 18 | Midfielder | 175 | n/a |
Rio Ave vs GIL Vicente match odds
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