Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(36) 22 Goals 23 (34)
(22) 13 Assists 13 (25)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.4)
28.6 Average Age 25.3
181.9 Average Height (cm) 180.4
(0.7) 0.9 Shots pg 1.1 (0.8)
(50%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 50% (49%)
(0.6) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.7)
(1.3) 1 Tackles pg 1 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Team News

Rio Ave
Vizela
  • Costinha agreed terms with Olympiakos in midweek but will only leave at the end of the season.
  • Emmanuel Boateng was a standout performer last time around with a goal and an assist and will likely be full of confidence here.
  • Matheus Pereira played in the offensive wings last time around but will likely return to left back here.
  • Bruno Wilson is back available after serving a match ban and will likely be paired with Anderson at the heart of the defense.

Prediction

  • Rio Ave FC wasted a 2-goal lead on their trip to Arouca. They had a promising first half, but were brought down to earth by their opponents' reaction. Luís Freire' men, however, are enjoying a 4-match unbeaten run.
  • FC Vizela lost, as expected, to SC Braga last weekend. Pablo Villar' men have been leaky at the back which resonates with their position in the league - they could end this fixture at the bottom of the table.
  • Given Rio Ave' good run of form and their opponents' defensive problems, an home win is the likeliest scenario for Saturday.
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