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Rio Ave is a football club based in Vila do Conde, Portugal, playing their home matches at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube. Follow Rio Ave on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.
André Luiz has been the standout performer for Rio Ave in league play this season with a rating of 7.33. Marios Vrousai and Clayton have also impressed with ratings of 7.27 and 6.93 respectively.
Clayton leads Rio Ave's scoring in league play with 10 goals this season. André Luiz has contributed 7, while Dario Spikic has added 2.
André Luiz is the chief creator for Rio Ave in league play with 5 assists this season. Clayton and Andreas-Richardos Ntoi have also been key playmakers with 4 and 2 assists respectively.
Rio Ave have been in inconsistent form recently, winning 1 of their last 5 matches (20% win rate). They have scored 2 goals and conceded 6 during this period. Overall, finding the net has proven difficult. In the Liga Portugal, their recent results include a 0-3 loss to Braga, a 1-2 loss to Moreirense, a 0-1 loss to FC Porto, a 0-0 draw with Famalicao, and a 1-0 win against Tondela.
Recent results for Rio Ave:
- February 8, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-3 loss at Braga
- February 16, 2026: Liga Portugal - 1-2 loss vs Moreirense
- February 22, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-1 loss at FC Porto
- March 1, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-0 draw vs Famalicao
- March 9, 2026: Liga Portugal - 1-0 win at Tondela
Upcoming fixtures for Rio Ave:
- March 15, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs Estrela da Amadora
- March 22, 2026: Liga Portugal - at Estoril
- April 4, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs Alverca
- April 12, 2026: Liga Portugal - at Santa Clara
- April 19, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs AVS Futebol SAD
Looking ahead, Rio Ave have 3 home games and 2 away fixtures in their next 5 matches. Upcoming opponents: Estrela da Amadora (home), Estoril (away), Alverca (home), Santa Clara (away), and AVS Futebol SAD (home).
Rio Ave currently sits in 13th place in the Liga Portugal with 24 points from 25 matches (5W 9D 11L).
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 25 | 21 | 3 | 1 | +39 | 66 |
| 2 | Sporting CP | 25 | 19 | 5 | 1 | +50 | 62 |
| 3 | Benfica | 25 | 17 | 8 | 0 | +37 | 59 |
| 4 | Braga | 25 | 13 | 7 | 5 | +27 | 46 |
| 5 | Gil Vicente | 26 | 11 | 9 | 6 | +12 | 42 |
| 6 | Famalicao | 26 | 12 | 6 | 8 | +10 | 42 |
| 7 | Moreirense | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | -4 | 35 |
| 8 | Estoril | 25 | 9 | 7 | 9 | +4 | 34 |
| 9 | Vitoria de Guimaraes | 26 | 9 | 5 | 12 | -10 | 32 |
| 10 | Alverca | 26 | 7 | 8 | 11 | -15 | 29 |
| 11 | Arouca | 25 | 7 | 5 | 13 | -21 | 26 |
| 12 | Estrela da Amadora | 25 | 5 | 10 | 10 | -15 | 25 |
| 13 | Rio Ave | 25 | 5 | 9 | 11 | -20 | 24 |
| 14 | Casa Pia AC | 25 | 5 | 9 | 11 | -18 | 24 |
| 15 | Nacional | 25 | 5 | 7 | 13 | -8 | 22 |
| 16 | Santa Clara | 25 | 5 | 7 | 13 | -9 | 22 |
| 17 | Tondela | 25 | 4 | 7 | 14 | -20 | 19 |
| 18 | AVS Futebol SAD | 25 | 1 | 7 | 17 | -39 | 10 |
Rio Ave's squad consists of 35 players. Goalkeepers: Cezary Miszta (Poland), Kevin Chamorro (Costa Rica), Ennio van der Gouw (Netherlands). Defenders: Cressi (Brazil), Hélder Sá (Portugal), Andreas-Richardos Ntoi (Greece), Nelson Abbey (England), João Tomé (Portugal), Francisco Petrasso (Argentina), Leonardo Buta (Portugal), Jakub Brabec (Czechia), Gustavo Mancha (Brazil), Julien Lomboto (France), Omar Richards (England). Midfielders: Junior Colina (Venezuela), Lorent Talla (Kosovo), Ryan Guilherme (Brazil), Brandon Aguilera (Costa Rica), Marios Vrousai (Greece), Tamás Nikitscher (Hungary), Giorgos Liavas (Greece), Dijar Ferati (Albania), Olé Pohlmann (Germany). Forwards: Amine Rehmi (Netherlands), Saba Samushia (Georgia), Diogo Bezerra (Brazil), Tamble Monteiro (Guinea-Bissau), Jalen Blesa (Spain), Karem Zoabi (Israel), Dario Spikic (Croatia), Antonis Papakanellos (Greece), João Graça (Portugal), Rafael Lobato (Brazil), Tobías Medina (Argentina), Marc Gual (Spain).
Rio Ave transfers: New signings include Tamble Monteiro (from Portimonense), Jalen Blesa (from Cesena), Gustavo Mancha (from Olympiacos), Ennio van der Gouw (from Zulte Waregem), Leonardo Buta (from Udinese) and 20 more. Players transferred out include Clayton (to Olympiacos), Alfonso Pastor (to Maritimo), Jonathan Panzo (to Birmingham), Andre Luiz (to Olympiacos), Georgios Okkas (to Panionios) and 5 more.
Sotiris Sylaidopoulos is the current head coach of Rio Ave. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 20% win rate across 25 matches, averaging 0.96 points per game.
Notable previous managers include Luís Freire managed the club for 6 seasons, recording 41 wins from 117 matches (35% win rate). Petit managed the club for one season, recording 7 wins from 24 matches (29% win rate). Other former coaches include Miguel Cardoso, Mário Silva, Carlos Carvalhal, José Gomes, Augusto Gama, Daniel Ramos, Luís Castro, Pedro Martins, and Nuno Espírito Santo.
Rio Ave plays their home matches at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube in Vila do Conde, which has a capacity of 12,815.
FotMob provides comprehensive coverage of Rio Ave, including live match updates, squad information, transfer news, fixture lists, and detailed performance analytics. Follow Rio Ave to receive notifications about upcoming matches, goals, and other key events.
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Rio Ave is a football club based in Vila do Conde, Portugal, playing their home matches at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube. Follow Rio Ave on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.
André Luiz has been the standout performer for Rio Ave in league play this season with a rating of 7.33. Marios Vrousai and Clayton have also impressed with ratings of 7.27 and 6.93 respectively.
Clayton leads Rio Ave's scoring in league play with 10 goals this season. André Luiz has contributed 7, while Dario Spikic has added 2.
André Luiz is the chief creator for Rio Ave in league play with 5 assists this season. Clayton and Andreas-Richardos Ntoi have also been key playmakers with 4 and 2 assists respectively.
Rio Ave have been in inconsistent form recently, winning 1 of their last 5 matches (20% win rate). They have scored 2 goals and conceded 6 during this period. Overall, finding the net has proven difficult. In the Liga Portugal, their recent results include a 0-3 loss to Braga, a 1-2 loss to Moreirense, a 0-1 loss to FC Porto, a 0-0 draw with Famalicao, and a 1-0 win against Tondela.
Recent results for Rio Ave:
- February 8, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-3 loss at Braga
- February 16, 2026: Liga Portugal - 1-2 loss vs Moreirense
- February 22, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-1 loss at FC Porto
- March 1, 2026: Liga Portugal - 0-0 draw vs Famalicao
- March 9, 2026: Liga Portugal - 1-0 win at Tondela
Upcoming fixtures for Rio Ave:
- March 15, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs Estrela da Amadora
- March 22, 2026: Liga Portugal - at Estoril
- April 4, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs Alverca
- April 12, 2026: Liga Portugal - at Santa Clara
- April 19, 2026: Liga Portugal - vs AVS Futebol SAD
Looking ahead, Rio Ave have 3 home games and 2 away fixtures in their next 5 matches. Upcoming opponents: Estrela da Amadora (home), Estoril (away), Alverca (home), Santa Clara (away), and AVS Futebol SAD (home).
Rio Ave currently sits in 13th place in the Liga Portugal with 24 points from 25 matches (5W 9D 11L).
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 25 | 21 | 3 | 1 | +39 | 66 |
| 2 | Sporting CP | 25 | 19 | 5 | 1 | +50 | 62 |
| 3 | Benfica | 25 | 17 | 8 | 0 | +37 | 59 |
| 4 | Braga | 25 | 13 | 7 | 5 | +27 | 46 |
| 5 | Gil Vicente | 26 | 11 | 9 | 6 | +12 | 42 |
| 6 | Famalicao | 26 | 12 | 6 | 8 | +10 | 42 |
| 7 | Moreirense | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | -4 | 35 |
| 8 | Estoril | 25 | 9 | 7 | 9 | +4 | 34 |
| 9 | Vitoria de Guimaraes | 26 | 9 | 5 | 12 | -10 | 32 |
| 10 | Alverca | 26 | 7 | 8 | 11 | -15 | 29 |
| 11 | Arouca | 25 | 7 | 5 | 13 | -21 | 26 |
| 12 | Estrela da Amadora | 25 | 5 | 10 | 10 | -15 | 25 |
| 13 | Rio Ave | 25 | 5 | 9 | 11 | -20 | 24 |
| 14 | Casa Pia AC | 25 | 5 | 9 | 11 | -18 | 24 |
| 15 | Nacional | 25 | 5 | 7 | 13 | -8 | 22 |
| 16 | Santa Clara | 25 | 5 | 7 | 13 | -9 | 22 |
| 17 | Tondela | 25 | 4 | 7 | 14 | -20 | 19 |
| 18 | AVS Futebol SAD | 25 | 1 | 7 | 17 | -39 | 10 |
Rio Ave's squad consists of 35 players. Goalkeepers: Cezary Miszta (Poland), Kevin Chamorro (Costa Rica), Ennio van der Gouw (Netherlands). Defenders: Cressi (Brazil), Hélder Sá (Portugal), Andreas-Richardos Ntoi (Greece), Nelson Abbey (England), João Tomé (Portugal), Francisco Petrasso (Argentina), Leonardo Buta (Portugal), Jakub Brabec (Czechia), Gustavo Mancha (Brazil), Julien Lomboto (France), Omar Richards (England). Midfielders: Junior Colina (Venezuela), Lorent Talla (Kosovo), Ryan Guilherme (Brazil), Brandon Aguilera (Costa Rica), Marios Vrousai (Greece), Tamás Nikitscher (Hungary), Giorgos Liavas (Greece), Dijar Ferati (Albania), Olé Pohlmann (Germany). Forwards: Amine Rehmi (Netherlands), Saba Samushia (Georgia), Diogo Bezerra (Brazil), Tamble Monteiro (Guinea-Bissau), Jalen Blesa (Spain), Karem Zoabi (Israel), Dario Spikic (Croatia), Antonis Papakanellos (Greece), João Graça (Portugal), Rafael Lobato (Brazil), Tobías Medina (Argentina), Marc Gual (Spain).
Rio Ave transfers: New signings include Tamble Monteiro (from Portimonense), Jalen Blesa (from Cesena), Gustavo Mancha (from Olympiacos), Ennio van der Gouw (from Zulte Waregem), Leonardo Buta (from Udinese) and 20 more. Players transferred out include Clayton (to Olympiacos), Alfonso Pastor (to Maritimo), Jonathan Panzo (to Birmingham), Andre Luiz (to Olympiacos), Georgios Okkas (to Panionios) and 5 more.
Sotiris Sylaidopoulos is the current head coach of Rio Ave. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 20% win rate across 25 matches, averaging 0.96 points per game.
Notable previous managers include Luís Freire managed the club for 6 seasons, recording 41 wins from 117 matches (35% win rate). Petit managed the club for one season, recording 7 wins from 24 matches (29% win rate). Other former coaches include Miguel Cardoso, Mário Silva, Carlos Carvalhal, José Gomes, Augusto Gama, Daniel Ramos, Luís Castro, Pedro Martins, and Nuno Espírito Santo.
Rio Ave plays their home matches at Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube in Vila do Conde, which has a capacity of 12,815.
FotMob provides comprehensive coverage of Rio Ave, including live match updates, squad information, transfer news, fixture lists, and detailed performance analytics. Follow Rio Ave to receive notifications about upcoming matches, goals, and other key events.
