Rio Ave vs Gil Vicente

Estádio do Rio Ave Futebol Clube (Vila do Conde)
F. Verissimo
2025/2026
Match Report
Rio Ave and Gil Vicente shared a frustrating 0-0 draw at Estádio do Rio Ave on Sunday, with goalkeeper Cezary Miszta the standout performer, earning the player of the match award for his crucial stops throughout.
No goals, red cards, or penalties broke the stalemate. Rio Ave fashioned the better chances — 18 shots and three clear-cut opportunities — but an xG of 1.58 went unrewarded in a profligate attacking display. Gil Vicente bossed possession at 56% yet rarely threatened in return, and Sérgio Bermejo's 90+5 minute strike was the closest either side came to a winner.
The point leaves Rio Ave rooted in 12th place with relegation worries still looming, while Gil Vicente, currently sixth, drop two valuable points in their push for a European finish as the Primeira Liga season enters its closing weeks.
Match Events
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63'
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88'
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82'
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Standings
| # | W | D | L | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Gil Vicente | 13 | 11 | 8 | +14 | 50 |
| 12 | Rio Ave | 8 | 11 | 13 | -19 | 35 |
Statistics
44%Possession56%
18Shots13
2Shots on Target2
9Corners7
9Fouls12
3Offsides1
1Yellow Cards2
335Passes427
2Saves2
Injuries & Suspensions
Head to Head
14
Rio Ave wins
13
Draws
12
Gil Vicente wins
Goals: 44 - 44

