Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Prediction Match Centre

Rio Ave U23

WLWLW

2nd place in Portugal U23

3-2

Gil Vicente U23
Win Probability 37%

18/03/2026 08:00

Gil Vicente U23

WLWWW

1st place in Portugal U23

Portugal U23

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 on 18 March 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 preview before placing your bet.

Rio Ave U23 will face Gil Vicente U23 in Portugal U23 on March 18, 2026 at 08:00.
Rio Ave U23 are currently 2nd with 33 points after 16 matches.
Gil Vicente U23 sit 1st with 37 points from 16 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.38.

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

08:00

2026-03-18

Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 - Prediction & Odds

Rio Ave U23

Gil Vicente U23

2026-03-18 08:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Gil Vicente U23	37	16	12	1	3	35	21	14
02 Rio Ave U23	33	16	11	0	5	25	16	9
03 Farense U23	27	16	8	3	5	22	17	5
04 Estoril U23	25	16	7	4	5	21	18	3
05 Estrela FC U23	19	16	5	4	7	18	16	2
06 Uniao Leiria U23	18	16	5	3	8	24	26	-2
07 Vizela U23	18	16	5	3	8	20	31	-11
08 Maritimo U23	17	16	5	2	9	17	25	-8
09 Portimonense U23	11	16	3	2	11	21	33	-12

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Academico Viseu U23	26	14	7	5	2	29	16	13
02 Leixoes U23	25	14	6	7	1	28	17	11
03 Famalicao U23	23	14	7	2	5	30	19	11
04 Braga U23	23	14	6	5	3	24	22	2
05 Gil Vicente U23	17	14	4	5	5	17	18	-1
06 Rio Ave U23	15	14	4	3	7	19	25	-6
07 Vizela U23	14	14	4	2	8	16	27	-11
08 Maritimo U23	9	14	2	3	9	13	32	-19

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Benfica U23	35	16	11	2	3	27	15	12
02 Santa Clara U23	31	16	10	1	5	21	14	7
03 Torreense U23	30	16	10	0	6	25	16	9
04 Sporting Lisbon Sad U23	27	16	8	3	5	28	14	14
05 Farense U23	25	16	8	1	7	19	18	1
06 Uniao Leiria U23	17	16	4	5	7	17	23	-6
07 Portimonense U23	16	16	5	1	10	13	23	-10
08 Estrela FC U23	14	16	3	5	8	17	28	-11
09 Estoril U23	9	16	1	6	9	15	31	-16

Championship Round	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Academico Viseu U23	32	14	10	2	2	18	8	10
02 Famalicao U23	31	14	9	4	1	32	19	13
03 Torreense U23	24	14	7	3	4	19	13	6
04 Benfica U23	18	14	6	0	8	24	28	-4
05 Braga U23	17	14	5	2	7	20	24	-4
06 Santa Clara U23	14	14	4	2	8	20	23	-3
07 Leixoes U23	14	14	3	5	6	20	24	-4
08 Sporting Lisbon Sad U23	8	14	2	2	10	15	29	-14

Head To Head

20/01/2026 04:00

Gil Vicente U23

2 - 0

Rio Ave U23

Por U23

16/12/2025 08:00

Gil Vicente U23

2 - 2

Rio Ave U23

Por U23

01/10/2025 03:00

Rio Ave U23

1 - 1

Gil Vicente U23

Por U23

18/12/2024 07:30

Rio Ave U23

0 - 3

Gil Vicente U23

Por U23

02/10/2024 07:00

Gil Vicente U23

1 - 1

Rio Ave U23

Por U23

19/12/2023 08:00

Rio Ave U23

2 - 1

Gil Vicente U23

Por U23

Gil Vicente U23

33%

Draw

50%

Rio Ave U23

17%

Rio Ave U23 Last 6 matches

10/03/2026 04:00

Farense U23 0 - 1 Rio Ave U23

Por U23

24/02/2026 13:00

Rio Ave U23 3 - 2 Vizela U23

Por U23

19/02/2026 08:00

Rio Ave U23 2 - 0 Uniao Leiria U23

Por U23

11/02/2026 08:10

Rio Ave U23 2 - 1 Estrela FC U23

Por U23

07/02/2026 04:00

Portimonense U23 1 - 3 Rio Ave U23

Por U23

03/02/2026 05:00

Rio Ave U23 1 - 0 Estoril U23

Por U23

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Last 6 matches Gil Vicente U23

09/03/2026 08:00

Gil Vicente U23 3 - 1 Vizela U23

Por U23

03/03/2026 09:30

Uniao Leiria U23 2 - 3 Gil Vicente U23

Por U23

24/02/2026 04:00

Gil Vicente U23 5 - 3 Portimonense U23

Por U23

19/02/2026 04:30

Gil Vicente U23 2 - 1 Estoril U23

Por U23

07/02/2026 03:00

Maritimo U23 0 - 1 Gil Vicente U23

Por U23

03/02/2026 08:00

Gil Vicente U23 1 - 1 Estrela FC U23

Por U23

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Portugal U23

Played games

Rio Ave U23

Gil Vicente U23

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.37

Scored

Avg. per game

1.73

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

25 (83%)5 (17%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

29 (97%)1 (3%)

Rio Ave U23

Recent matches

Gil Vicente U23

Under /Over

(77%)23 7(23%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)26 4(13%)

Under /Over

(23%)7 23(77%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)12 18(60%)

Under /Over

(57%)17 13(43%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(57%)17 13(43%)

/Yes

(60%)18 12(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(77%)23 7(23%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rio Ave U23

Gil Vicente U23

Shots

Rio Ave U23

Total shots

10.93 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Gil Vicente U23

Total shots

12.79 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Rio Ave U23 Pass Gil Vicente U23

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rio Ave U23

Played games

Gil Vicente U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.23

4.93

148

Corners

127

4.23

0.60

Throw-ins

0.00

0.90

Offsides

1.17

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Rio Ave U23

DISCIPLINARY

Gil Vicente U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.40

2.53

0.17

0.10

4.20

126

Fouls

270

9.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 on 18 March 2026 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 U23 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.

Rio Ave U23 vs Gil Vicente U23 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rio Ave U23's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Gil Vicente U23'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 U23 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 U23 standings and the Portugal U23 form table to understand exactly where Rio Ave U23 and Gil Vicente U23 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 U23 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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