The Primeira Liga sees Rio Ave take on Sporting CP on Friday 28 August, kicking off at 20:15 (WAT) at Estádio do Rio Ave FC. Rio Ave are 17th with 7 points from 11 games (in the bottom three), while Sporting CP sit 3rd on 24 points (in the top four). A gap of 17 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Rio Ave's last 5: WLLWD Most recently they beat Estoril 2–0 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Sporting CP's last 5: WWDWW Most recently they beat Alverca 3–1 at home. They are scoring freely – 3.5 goals a game.
Sporting CP arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.7 points a game against 1.7.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 11 May 2026, finished Rio Ave 1–4 Sporting CP.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.1 goals: 0.8 for Rio Ave and 2.3 for Sporting CP. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 62% and both teams to score at 59%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Rio Ave 11%, draw 17%, Sporting CP 71%.
Both teams to score: yes (59%) at 1.77.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Sporting CP to win – a 71% chance at odds of 1.31. Predicted score: Rio Ave 0–2 Sporting CP. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Rio Ave11%fair 8.75 · @8.90
Draw17%fair 5.72 · @5.10
Sporting CP71%fair 1.41 · @1.31
3.12Expected goals
0.81Rio Ave xG
2.31Sporting CP xG
59%Both score
62%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
0–212%
0–110%
1–210%
0–39%
1–18%
1–37%
From our goals model: Rio Ave 0.8 – 2.3 Sporting CP expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
Our pick is Sporting CP to win with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.31.
Who will win Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
On our numbers Rio Ave have a 11% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Sporting CP 71%.
How many goals will there be in Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
We expect about 3.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 62% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
Our predicted score is Rio Ave 0–2 Sporting CP, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.1 goals in total.
When is Rio Ave vs Sporting CP?
Rio Ave vs Sporting CP (Primeira Liga) kicks off on Friday 28 August 2026 at 20:15 (West Africa Time) at Estádio do Rio Ave FC.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
