Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 May

Pacos de Ferreira

L W L L W

17th place in Portugal Primera Liga

3-1

21/05/2023 13:00

Rio Ave

L W D L L

12th place in Portugal Primera Liga

Portugal Primera Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave on 21 May 2023 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave preview before placing your bet.

Pacos de Ferreira are currently 17th with 23 points after 34 matches.
Rio Ave sit 12th with 40 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Pacos de Ferreira to win with probability 42%.
Head-to-head history favors Pacos de Ferreira, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Rio Ave have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

13:00

2023-05-21

Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave - Prediction & Odds

Pacos de Ferreira

Rio Ave

2023-05-21 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/05/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Benfica	87	34	28	3	3	82	20	62
02 FC Porto	85	34	27	4	3	73	22	51
03 Sporting Braga	78	34	25	3	6	75	30	45
04 Sporting CP	74	34	23	5	6	71	32	39
05 FC Arouca	54	34	15	9	10	36	37	-1
06 Vitoria Guimaraes	53	34	16	5	13	34	39	-5
07 GD Chaves	46	34	12	10	12	35	40	-5
08 FC Famalicao	44	34	13	5	16	39	47	-8
09 Boavista FC	44	34	12	8	14	43	54	-11
10 Casa Pia AC	41	34	11	8	15	31	40	-9
11 Vizela	40	34	11	7	16	34	38	-4
12 Rio Ave	40	34	10	10	14	36	43	-7
13 Gil Vicente	37	34	10	7	17	32	41	-9
14 Estoril	35	34	10	5	19	33	49	-16
15 Portimonense	34	34	10	4	20	25	48	-23
16 Maritimo	26	34	7	5	22	32	63	-31
17 Pacos de Ferreira	23	34	6	5	23	26	62	-36
18 Santa Clara	22	34	5	7	22	26	58	-32

Head To Head

14/01/2023 14:00

Rio Ave

0 - 1

Pacos de Ferreira

POR D1

16/07/2022 05:30

Rio Ave

0 - 0

Pacos de Ferreira

INT CF

25/04/2021 12:30

Rio Ave

1 - 1

Pacos de Ferreira

POR D1

03/01/2021 15:00

Pacos de Ferreira

2 - 0

Rio Ave

POR D1

02/09/2020 05:30

Pacos de Ferreira

1 - 2

Rio Ave

INT CF

07/06/2020 16:00

Rio Ave

2 - 3

Pacos de Ferreira

POR D1

Pacos de Ferreira

50%

Draw

33%

Rio Ave

17%

Pacos de Ferreira Last 6 matches

13/05/2023 10:30

GD Chaves 2 - 0 Pacos de Ferreira POR D1

07/05/2023 15:30

Pacos de Ferreira 0 - 4 Sporting CP POR D1

29/04/2023 13:00

Vizela 1 - 2 Pacos de Ferreira POR D1

22/04/2023 15:30

Pacos de Ferreira 0 - 2 FC Porto POR D1

15/04/2023 10:30

Maritimo 3 - 1 Pacos de Ferreira POR D1

08/04/2023 13:00

Pacos de Ferreira 1 - 3 FC Famalicao POR D1

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Rio Ave

14/05/2023 10:30

Rio Ave 0 - 1 Vitoria Guimaraes POR D1

07/05/2023 10:30

Maritimo 2 - 2 Rio Ave POR D1

28/04/2023 15:15

Rio Ave 1 - 0 FC Arouca POR D1

22/04/2023 13:00

Boavista FC 3 - 2 Rio Ave POR D1

16/04/2023 10:30

Rio Ave 1 - 1 Casa Pia AC POR D1

08/04/2023 13:00

Portimonense 2 - 2 Rio Ave POR D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Portugal Primera Liga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

136

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

187

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored

192

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

187

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 259 matches

YesNo

106 (41%)153 (59%)

In last 259 matches

NoYes

134 (52%)126 (48%)

Pacos de Ferreira

Recent matches

Rio Ave

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

/Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Pacos de Ferreira

Rio Ave

Shots

Pacos de Ferreira

Total shots

11.02 avg / game

Blocked

350 total

Avg. 3.02

Rio Ave

Total shots

10.87 avg / game

Blocked

408 total

Avg. 2.81

Pacos de Ferreira Pass Rio Ave

Total passes

37912

Avg. 379 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

67487

Avg. 407 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Pacos de Ferreira

259

Played games

Rio Ave

260

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.26

4.65

1204

Corners

1087

4.18

9.42

2441

Throw-ins

3266

12.56

1.25

324

Offsides

365

1.40

2.24

580

GK saves

670

2.58

Pacos de Ferreira

DISCIPLINARY

Rio Ave

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.48

642

586

2.25

0.12

0.12

13.15

3405

Fouls

2879

11.07

5.93

1536

Tackles

2460

9.46

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How We Build the Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave on 21 May 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Portugal Primera Liga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Pacos de Ferreira vs Rio Ave Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Pacos de Ferreira's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Rio Ave's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Portugal Primera Liga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Portugal Primera Liga standings and the Portugal Primera Liga form table to understand exactly where Pacos de Ferreira and Rio Ave sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Portugal Primera Liga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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