Rio Ave U23 vs Vizela U-23: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Rio Ave U-23 prepare to host Vizela U-23 on February 24, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this PORTUGAL: League U-23, Relegation Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Rio Ave U-23, currently 1st in the standings with 18 points from 8 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 6 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Vizela U-23, sitting 6th with 9 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 2 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 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Rio Ave U-23 and Vizela U-23 have favored Rio Ave U-23, with Vizela U-23 claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). This fixture has generally favored Rio Ave U-23 in recent years.

In their previous league match against Leiria U-23, Rio Ave U-23 recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Vizela U-23's last outing came against Farense U-23, where they secured a 1-4 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Rio Ave U-23 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Rio Ave U-23 and Vizela 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: Rio Ave U-23's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Vizela U-23's games average 2.7 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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