Rio Ave

Rio Ave

Rio Ave FC is a Portuguese football club founded in 1939 in Vila do Conde, a charming coastal town in northern Portugal. Competing in the Primeira Liga, the club plays at the Estádio dos Arcos. Named after the Ave River that runs through the region, Rio Ave has established itself as one of Portugal's consistently competitive clubs despite modest resources. Known for their green and white colours, the club has achieved European competition qualification and is celebrated for an intelligent, technically refined playing style. Rio Ave has developed and attracted talented players throughout its history and maintains a loyal fanbase in the greater Porto metropolitan area. The club's story is one of consistent ambition, smart recruitment, and a strong footballing identity built on the banks of the beautiful Ave River.