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Rio Ave vs Benfica (2026-01-17T20:30:00.000Z)

Liga Portugal Round 18
  • Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube


Rio Ave vs Benfica (2026-01-17T20:30:00.000Z)

Who will win?




Injured and suspended players

Team form

About the match

    Rio Ave faces Benfica at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube on Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 20:30 UTC. This match is part of the Liga Portugal. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Rio Ave and Benfica have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Rio Ave vs Benfica live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • Predicted lineups and formations are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be as soon as it is announced, usually an hour ahead of the match.

  • Unavailable players for Rio Ave: Omar Richards (injury), Theofanis Bakoulas (injury). Unavailable players for Benfica: Alexander Bah (injury), Bruma (injury), Dodi Lukebakio (injury), Henrique Araujo (injury), Samuel Soares (injury).

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Rio Ave and Benfica have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Rio Ave 2 win(s), Benfica 29 win(s), and 5 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

    All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Rio Ave vs Benfica, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Insights

  • Have scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Haven't kept a clean sheet in 10 matches

  • Cezary Miszta is ranked 1 in saves per match in the competition (3.9)

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Have been awarded the most penalties this season (9)

  • Vangelis Pavlidis is the competition's top scorer (17)

Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol ClubeVila do Conde, Portugal
Capacity12,815
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Weather forecast
11°C

Who will win?




Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol ClubeVila do Conde, Portugal
Capacity12,815
SurfaceGrass
Weather forecast
11°C

About the match

    Rio Ave faces Benfica at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube on Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 20:30 UTC. This match is part of the Liga Portugal. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Rio Ave and Benfica have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Rio Ave vs Benfica live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • Predicted lineups and formations are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be as soon as it is announced, usually an hour ahead of the match.

  • Unavailable players for Rio Ave: Omar Richards (injury), Theofanis Bakoulas (injury). Unavailable players for Benfica: Alexander Bah (injury), Bruma (injury), Dodi Lukebakio (injury), Henrique Araujo (injury), Samuel Soares (injury).

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Rio Ave and Benfica have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Rio Ave 2 win(s), Benfica 29 win(s), and 5 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

    All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Rio Ave vs Benfica, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.


Insights

  • Have scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Haven't kept a clean sheet in 10 matches

  • Cezary Miszta is ranked 1 in saves per match in the competition (3.9)

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Have been awarded the most penalties this season (9)

  • Vangelis Pavlidis is the competition's top scorer (17)