Porto - Rio Ave betting tips and odds

It’s quite easy to predict that Porto will take the 3 points here. Though a different result is not entirely impossible, it would still be quite a notable upset.

Though it may not be particularly attractive to punters, this match is at least easy to predict. Anything but a Home Win is probably wishful thinking for Rio Ave, whose victory has been priced at a hefty 9.50.

Porto were on an away match at Farense last round and brought home three points after a solid performance throughout the match. It may have been close at 0:1, but an away win always sends a clear message.

Despite a slightly favourable match-up and a home-field advantage, Rio Ave’s latest Primeira Liga match did not end well for them. The first half ended in a draw, but the match ultimately went to the underdogs Santa Clara.

The hosts have been careful not to let their goalscoring stats slip. They’ve scored more than 5 times during the last 3 matches, indicating consistent offensive results.

Rio Ave’s recent performance as visitors has been marked by a lot of conceded goals – 6 in their previous 3 away games.

The season is quite promising for Porto so far – with a 2nd spot in the standings, they’re still in the race for a shot at the title. They are trailing the Primeira Liga leaders by 4 points and not all is lost at this stage of the season.

With just 15_TO_SAFE_ZONE points between them and the relegation zone and a clash with Porto ahead of them, Rio Ave’s prospects this season seem grim going into round 16. Surviving in the Primeira Liga is likely their only goal moving forward.

An Over 2.5 Goals is a great bet if you like staying on the safe side. The betting value for this market is strong compared even to the 1.70, which makes this an easy betting prediction to make.