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Arouca vs Rio Ave: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | Feb 10, 2025

Arouca will look to continue their impressive start to 2025 when they take on Rio Ave at Estádio Municipal de Arouca on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 8:15 pm UK time. Both sides have found their form in recent weeks, with Arouca unbeaten in five league matches, while Rio Ave are hoping to extend their strong run under manager Petit.

Interesting Fact:

Arouca are looking to win three consecutive games across all competitions for the first time since April 2024.

Team Analysis

Arouca

Arouca have been one of the most improved teams in 2025, picking up 10 points from their last four matches. Their latest 2-1 victory over Nacional showcased their resilience, playing with 10 men for over 30 minutes while securing all three points.

Form:

  • Last 5 matches: W-W-D-W-D
  • Last match: 2-1 win vs Nacional

Key Players:

  • Henrique Araujo – The forward has been clinical, scoring the decisive penalty in the last match.
  • Jason – The team’s top scorer with five goals, including key strikes in their recent unbeaten run.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Boris Popovic (suspended, red card vs Nacional)
  • Nino Galovic (out, injury)
  • Pedro Moreira (out, injury)

Rio Ave

Rio Ave are also in fine form, having lost only once in their last eight matches. A 2-2 draw against Porto last time out demonstrated their ability to compete with the league’s best teams.

Form:

  • Last 5 matches: D-W-W-L-D
  • Last match: 2-2 draw vs Porto

Key Players:

  • Clayton – Rio Ave’s top scorer with 11 goals, including five match-openers.
  • Joaquim Pohlmann – The midfielder has been instrumental in controlling play and creating chances.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Jonathan Panzo (suspended, red card vs Porto)
  • Brandon Aguilera (doubtful, injury)

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters

Rio Ave won the reverse fixture 1-0 in September, with Clayton scoring the only goal.

Recent Meetings:

  • Sep 2024: Rio Ave 1-0 Arouca
  • Mar 2024: Arouca 2-1 Rio Ave
  • Nov 2023: Rio Ave 0-0 Arouca

Key Stats:

  • Arouca have taken seven points from their last three home games.
  • Rio Ave have struggled on the road, with just two wins in nine away matches this season.

Prediction

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Arouca 1-1 Rio Ave

Arouca’s home form gives them an edge, but Rio Ave’s strong recent performances suggest they can grab a point.

Betting Tips

  1. Both Teams to Score: Yes
  2. Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
  3. Anytime Goalscorer: Clayton

Possible Lineups

Arouca (4-2-3-1):
Mantl; Esgaio, Lamba, Fontan, Weverson; Fukui, Simao; Sylla, Gozalbez, Trezza; Araujo

Rio Ave (4-2-3-1):
Miszta; Vrousai, Petrasso, Ntoi, Richards; Neto, Tiknaz; Bondoso, Pohlmann, Morais; Clayton

Hot Stat

Clayton has scored five match-opening goals this season, ranking third in the Primeira Liga’s top scorers list.

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