Portimonense U23 vs Rio Ave U23: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Portimonense U-23 prepare to host Rio Ave U-23 on February 7, 2026, with kick-off at 12:00, this PORTUGAL: League U-23, Relegation Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Portimonense U-23, currently 7th in the standings with 6 points from 5 games, are within reach of the top with 7 points behind. They've earned 3 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Rio Ave U-23, sitting 3rd with 9 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 4 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Portimonense U-23 and Rio Ave U-23 have favored Rio Ave U-23, with Rio Ave U-23 claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Vizela U-23, Portimonense U-23 recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Rio Ave U-23's last outing came against Estoril U-23, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Portimonense U-23 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Portimonense U-23 and Rio Ave U-23 are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Portimonense U-23's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Rio Ave U-23's games average 2.6 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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