The Rio Ave vs Moreirense clash in the Primeira Liga on 16-02-2026 brings a variety of betting opportunities. Our predictions focus on crucial markets like 1X2 and BTTS, backed by insightful analysis for effective betting.
Portugal: Primeira Liga
Rio Ave vs Moreirense
Rio Ave Performance Overview
Rio Ave has achieved 1 win,
tied in 0 games, and faced 4 losses in their last 5 matches.
In the last five matches that Rio Ave played, there were at least 3 goals scored in 4 matches, while there were fewer than 3 goals in 1 match.
Both teams managed to score in 1 game. However, in 4 games, the match didn’t end with goals from both sides.
Rio Ave has scored a total of 3 goals and allowed 13 goals in these matches.
Moreirense Performance Overview
Moreirense has achieved 2 wins,
tied in 0 games, and faced 3 losses in their last 5 matches.
In the last five matches that Moreirense played, there were at least 3 goals scored in 2 matches, while there were fewer than 3 goals in 3 matches.
Both teams managed to score in 2 games. However, in 3 games, the match didn’t end with goals from both sides.
Moreirense has scored a total of 4 goals and allowed 5 goals in these matches.
Rio Ave – Last 5 Matches
Braga
Rio Ave
Rio Ave
Arouca
Nacional
Rio Ave
Rio Ave
Benfica
Rio Ave
Casa Pia
Moreirense – Last 5 Matches
Moreirense
GIL Vicente
Guimaraes
Moreirense
Moreirense
Santa Clara
Alverca
Moreirense
Moreirense
Tondela
Head to Head Matches
Moreirense
Rio Ave
1
Moreirense
Rio Ave
2
Rio Ave
Moreirense
2
Moreirense
Rio Ave
0
Rio Ave
Moreirense
4
Rio Ave – Last 5 Matches
Rio Ave
Arouca
Rio Ave
Benfica
Rio Ave
Casa Pia
Rio Ave
Guimaraes
Rio Ave
Santa Clara
Head to Head Matches
Rio Ave
Moreirense
2
Rio Ave
Moreirense
4
Moreirense – Last 5 Matches
Guimaraes
Moreirense
Alverca
Moreirense
AVS
Moreirense
Estrela
Moreirense
Estoril
Moreirense
Head to Head Matches
Rio Ave
Moreirense
2
Rio Ave
Moreirense
4
Soccer Predictions
Standings
| # | Club | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  FC Porto |
21 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 42 | 7 | 35 | 56 | DLWWW |
| 2 |  Sporting CP |
21 | 16 | 4 | 1 | 55 | 12 | 43 | 52 | DWWWD |
| 3 | Benfica |
22 | 15 | 7 | 0 | 46 | 13 | 33 | 52 | WWDWW |
| 4 | Braga |
21 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 44 | 18 | 26 | 39 | WWWWD |
| 5 | GIL Vicente |
21 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 31 | 17 | 14 | 37 | WWLWD |
| 6 |  Famalicao |
21 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 27 | 20 | 7 | 32 | WLWWL |
| 7 | Estoril |
21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 43 | 35 | 8 | 30 | DWWWL |
| 8 | Moreirense |
21 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 27 | 29 | -2 | 30 | LLWLW |
| 9 | Guimaraes |
21 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 23 | 30 | -7 | 28 | LWLLW |
| 10 | Alverca |
22 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 22 | 37 | -15 | 25 | DLDLW |
| 11 | Estrela |
21 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 25 | 37 | -12 | 23 | WDLLD |
| 12 | Arouca |
21 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 26 | 46 | -20 | 23 | WWLWL |
| 13 | Nacional |
21 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 27 | 30 | -3 | 21 | DLWLD |
| 14 | Rio Ave |
21 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 22 | 41 | -19 | 20 | LLLLW |
| 15 | Casa Pia |
21 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 22 | 39 | -17 | 19 | DWDLL |
| 16 | Santa Clara |
22 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 28 | -11 | 17 | LLLLL |
| 17 | Tondela |
22 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 15 | 36 | -21 | 15 | DDDLL |
| 18 | AVS |
21 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 15 | 54 | -39 | 5 | LLDLL |
What Can We Expect? Rio Ave Takes on Moreirense!
The countdown has begun for 16-02-2026, when Rio Ave faces Moreirense in the Primeira Liga. Both teams are ready to put on a show in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
What to Watch For
Will Rio Ave assert their dominance at home, or can Moreirense rise above expectations to secure an away victory? A draw remains a possibility. Popular predictions, like Both Teams to Score (BTTS) and Over 2.5 goals, point to a game full of excitement.
Key Battles
Looking at their history, Rio Ave has the edge in recent form, but Moreirense is no stranger to overcoming challenges on the road. Both teams bring plenty of talent to the field.
Kickoff is fast approaching—be ready for an unforgettable match!