Alverca vs Rio Ave predictions, Sep 19, 2026

Liga Portugal, on Saturday,

Alverca

Rio Ave

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The upcoming Liga Portugal clash between FC Alverca and Rio Ave FC on September 19, 2026, promises to be a closely contested encounter as both teams seek to improve upon their recent performances. FC Alverca heads into the match with a modest record, having secured victory in only 1 of their last 5 matches. This struggle for form may put additional pressure on the home side to capitalize on their familiar surroundings at Estádio do FC Alverca.

In contrast, Rio Ave FC finds themselves in a similar situation, also winning just once in their last 5 outings. This inconsistency raises questions about both teams’ tactical setups and ability to perform under pressure. Alverca may look to leverage their home advantage and implement an aggressive press, while Rio Ave could adopt a more counter-attacking strategy, aiming to exploit any potential gaps left by the hosts.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.09 for a home win, favoring Alverca slightly, while the model predicts a 39.2% chance of a home victory, a 24.3% probability for a draw, and a 30.7% likelihood of an away win for Rio Ave. With both teams in search of form, this encounter is set to be an intriguing battle with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Alverca
45.2%
Draw
28.1%
Rio Ave
26.6%

Outrights of Liga Portugal Alverca: 0.45% Rio Ave: 0.29%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.08 3.30 3.55
MarathonBet 2.14 3.47 3.63
Best for US Customers 2.04 3.30 3.45

Latest Results

12.09.26 Atletico Nacional – FC Alverca – 1:3
05.09.26 FC Alverca – SC Braga – 1:2
29.08.26 FC Alverca – CD Santa Clara – 1:1
22.08.26 Sporting Lisbon – FC Alverca – 3:1
15.08.26 FC Alverca – Estrela da Amadora – 2:2
06.09.26 CD Santa Clara – Rio Ave FC – 4:0
28.08.26 Rio Ave FC – Sporting Lisbon – 0:4
22.08.26 Estoril Praia – Rio Ave FC – 0:2
15.08.26 Rio Ave FC – FC Porto – 0:2
09.08.26 Gil Vicente – Rio Ave FC – 1:0

Facts

  • A meeting between a mid-table team and the outsider will take place in this match (ranked 11 and 16 in the zone Liga Portugal (Relegation)).
  • Recent performances by Alverca have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Rio Ave is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Alverca may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Alverca will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 4 head-to-head matches, Alverca won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 5:6. (average 1.3:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Alverca won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 3:4. (average 1.5:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.04.26 Rio Ave FC – FC Alverca – 1:2
    08.11.25 FC Alverca – Rio Ave FC – 1:1
    23.11.24 FC Alverca – Rio Ave FC – 2:3 penalties
    24.11.19 Rio Ave FC – FC Alverca – 1:0

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 FC Porto 6 6 0 0 15:2 13 18
    2 Benfica 6 5 1 0 21:4 17 16
    3 Santa Clara 6 4 2 0 11:4 7 14
    4 Sporting CP 5 4 1 0 14:5 9 13
    5 Arouca 6 3 1 2 8:5 3 10
    6 Estrela 5 2 3 0 11:9 2 9
    7 Academico Viseu 6 2 2 2 7:9 -2 8
    8 Braga 4 2 1 1 6:5 1 7
    9 Gil Vicente 5 2 1 2 4:4 0 7
    10 Maritimo 5 2 1 2 6:8 -2 7
    11 Alverca 6 1 2 3 8:11 -3 5
    12 Vitoria Guimaraes 6 1 1 4 4:7 -3 4
    13 Nacional 6 1 1 4 7:11 -4 4
    14 Moreirense 5 1 1 3 4:12 -8 4
    15 Famalicao 5 0 3 2 4:6 -2 3
    16 Rio Ave 5 1 0 4 2:11 -9 3
    17 Estoril 5 0 2 3 2:7 -5 2
    18 Casa Pia 6 0 1 5 1:15 -14 1

    Liga Portugal Outrights

    1. FC Porto: 2.32 (34.72%)

    2. Benfica: 2.76 (29.19%)

    3. Sporting CP: 3.15 (25.57%)

    4. Braga: 44.6 (1.81%)

    5. Arouca: 88.2 (0.91%)

    6. Santa Clara: 88.2 (0.91%)

    7. Famalicao: 100.2 (0.8%)

    8. Gil Vicente: 100.2 (0.8%)

    9. Vitoria Guimaraes: 110.2 (0.73%)

    10. Maritimo: 110.2 (0.73%)

    11. Estoril: 110.2 (0.73%)

    12. Nacional: 130.2 (0.62%)

    13. Estrela da Amadora: 130.2 (0.62%)

    14. Moreirense: 130.2 (0.62%)

    15. Alverca: 180.2 (0.45%)

    16. Rio Ave: 280.2 (0.29%)

    17. Academico Viseu: 280.2 (0.29%)

    18. Casa Pia: 380.2 (0.21%)

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