Rio Ave vs Benfica – Match preview, predictions, odds & where to watch | 02.04.2023

Rio Ave vs Benfica – Prediction

Bookmaker Ratings prediction one – Benfica To Win – 1.34

Benfica To Win

1.34

Benfica To Win

Benfica will look to extend their lead at the top this weekend when they meet Rio Ave. The side have been the best team so far this season and against a weaker Rio Ave side, it’s no brainer that Benfica will emerge victorious.

Bookmaker Ratings prediction two Team Goals – Over 2.5 Total Goals – 1.70

Over 2.5 Total Goals

1.70

Over 2.5 Total Goals

In just 25 matches, Benfica have managed to net as many as 66 goals and on the other hand, Rio Ave have conceded as many as 28 goals which literally means they are conceding at least once in every match.

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Rio Ave

With just 33 points claimed out of the over 60 they have contested for, Rio Ave are left on the 8th position and could go even lower should Famalicao win this weekend and they inturn drop points against Benfica.

Benfica

Benfica will only look to finalize the work they have done so far and only a victory will see them moving a step closer to this dream. The side have already booked 68 points to their name and will be looking to take it beyond 70 when they clash with Rio Ave this weekend.

Rio Ave vs Benfica Predicted Lineups

Rio Ave: di Siqueira; Pantalon, Aderllan, William; Costinha, Gomes, Guga, Fabio; Boateng, Andre, Graca.

Benfica: Vlachodimos; Bah, Otamendi, Antonio Silva, Grimaldo; Chiquinho, Florentino, Joao Mario; Neres, Ramos, Rafa Silva.

FAQ for Rio Ave vs Benfica

Where will this fixture be played

Saturday’s game will be played at Estadio do Rio Ave (Vila do Conde).

What time is the kick-off – 17:00 GMT. 02.04.2023