Santa Clara - Rio Ave betting tips and odds

The visitors are aware of the challenge that awaits them. To come out on top against Santa Clara on their own field would be a major achievement, and it is always a tough task.

With the betting odds being what they are, this match could still go either way. Still, the fact that Rio Ave are generally the weaker team makes this match an uphill battle for them.

Santa Clara went into their previous Primeira Liga match on the back foot, yet managed to get a draw half-time result in spite of the home-field disadvantage. Their opponents, Paços de Ferreira , scored the deciding goal in the second half, resulting in a narrow 1:0 defeat in hte end.

Last round we saw Rio Ave play a relatively balanced matchup against Gil Vicente. They had the advantage of playing at home, but victory was by no means assured at kick-off. However, records show that they maintained a steady lead throughout, ultimately ending the bout with a $RESULT home win.

Santa Clara have been struggling to keep the ball out of their net lately. For instance, their previous 3 Primeira Liga matches were marked by more than 5 goals conceded in total.

The away team’s previous three away games left a lot to be desired when it comes to how they perform defensively. Over 5 conceded goals in just 3 matches is never a good look, even if you’re playing as visitors.

Though the odds are clearly in the hosts’ favour, the head-to-head history for this Primeira Liga clash tells a different story. Santa Clara lost the last time these two teams met on the pitch, so an upset is definitely possible.

If you’re hunting for betting value, a Draw bet is by far your best option. Success is definitely not guaranteed, but the 3.10 odds provide a decent enough return to make the risk worth it.