Statistical Prediction
Based on xG from last 11+ matches
Over / Under 2.5
54%
Over
46%
Under
Both Score
57%
Yes
43%
No
Most Likely Scores
1-1
12%
1-2
9%
0-1
9%
xG Profile (14 home / 11 away matches)
Rio Ave
xG 1.42 · xGA 1.16
-0.28 vs xG
Benfica
xG 2 · xGA 1.14
+0.18 vs xG
Statistical model based on expected goals (xG). For informational purposes only.
- Date
- Dec 20, 2026, 4:00 PM
- Tournament
- Primeira Liga · Regular Season - 15
- Venue
- Vila do Conde
Season form
Both teams' recent trends — not a prediction for this match.
Rio Ave
Over / Under 2.5
- Over 2.52456%
- Under 2.51944%
Both teams scored
- Yes2353%
- No2047%
Benfica
Over / Under 2.5
- Over 2.54159%
- Under 2.52841%
Both teams scored
- Yes3652%
- No3348%
Probable lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed ~1 hour before kickoff
Head to Head
FC Porto
Sporting CP
Benfica
SC Braga
Famalicao
GIL Vicente
Moreirense
Guimaraes
Arouca
Estoril
Alverca
Santa Clara
Rio Ave
Nacional
Casa Pia
Estrela
Tondela
AVS
TorreenseIf points are equal: 1. Goal difference 2. Goals scored 3. Head-to-head
P = Played · W = Won · D = Drawn · L = Lost · GF = Goals for · GA = Goals against · GD = Goal difference · Pts = Points
Rio Ave host Benfica on Sunday, 20 December 2026 at 16:00. The match is part of the Primeira Liga 2026/2027 season.
Rio Ave face Benfica (Primeira Liga)
Primeira Liga returns with Rio Ave hosting Benfica. Match starts December 20, 2026. Live commentary, lineups, and stats appear here from kickoff. Submit your prediction below for a chance to earn XP.
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