Rio Ave FC vs CD Tondela, Primeira Liga 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Rio Ave FC vs CD Tondela — Primeira Liga .
- Rio Ave FC 7 games · 4 pts (2026/27)
- CD Tondela 32 games · 27 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Pedro Vilaca
- Referee Luis Ferreira
- Referee Rui Oliveira
- Referee Nelson Cunha
- Referee Carlos Campos
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Sport Lisboa e Benfica | 7 | 16 |
| 3 | Sporting Clube de Portugal | 7 | 15 |
| 4 | CD Santa Clara | 7 | 15 |
| 5 | FC Arouca | 7 | 11 |
| 6 | Sporting Clube de Braga | 6 | 11 |
| 7 | Académico de Viseu FC | 7 | 11 |
| 8 | CF Estrela da Amadora | 7 | 10 |
| 9 | Moreirense FC | 7 | 8 |
| 10 | Gil Vicente FC | 6 | 8 |
| 11 | CS Marítimo | 7 | 8 |
| 12 | FC Alverca | 7 | 8 |
| 13 | FC Famalicão | 7 | 7 |
| 14 | Vitória SC | 7 | 5 |
| 15 | CD Nacional | 7 | 4 |
| 16 | Rio Ave FC | 7 | 4 |
| 17 | Casa Pia AC | 7 | 4 |
| 18 | GD Estoril Praia | 7 | 2 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | CD Tondela | H | 2–4 | L |
| 08 Sep | Vitória SC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 31 Aug | Sporting Clube de Portugal | A | 3–2 | W |
| 23 Aug | CD Aves | H | 5–1 | W |
| 16 Aug | FC Famalicão | A | 0–1 | L |
| 18 May | Vitoria FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | Rio Ave FC | A | 4–2 | W |
| 01 Sep | CD Santa Clara | H | 0–0 | D |
| 25 Aug | CS Marítimo | A | 3–2 | W |
| 19 Aug | Portimonense SC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 12 Aug | Vitoria FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 19 May | GD Chaves | H | 5–2 | W |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
63%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
14%
Clean Sheets
Rio Ave FC this season
Rio Ave FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rio Ave FC
0-15
1/4
16-30
–/3
31-45
1/1
46-60
1/3
61-75
1/1
76+
1/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Rio Ave FC
| Jalen Blesa | 2 G | 1 A |
| Tamble Monteiro | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Rio Ave FC have kicked off against CD Tondela. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 5' The deadlock is broken! Pite gets on the scoresheet on 5 minutes.
- 10' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Diego Lopes suffering a number of foals already.
- 15' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 17' A goal from the Brazil international Denilson! He fires home on 17 to make it 0-2!
- 22' Diogo Figueiras has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 3 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 27' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 32' Jonathan Rubio is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Rio Ave FC tonight.
- 34' A tactical swap from CD Tondela — Joao Jaquite on, Joao Pedro off on 34 minutes.
- 39' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 44' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 45' Controversy at the stadium! Matheus Reis argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 46' Diogo Figueiras makes way for Lucas Piazon at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Rio Ave FC.
- 51' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Rio Ave FC and CD Tondela are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 52' The Portugal Tarantini breaks the deadlock on 45 minutes. 1-2!
- 57' What a moment for Jonathan Toro! That strike on 57 puts his side firmly in control.
- 62' Denilson has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 62 minutes.
- 67' The crowd applauds Tarantini as he leaves the pitch. Ronan Jeronimo steps in for Rio Ave FC.
- 72' Bruno Monteiro has been relatively quiet despite scoring 2 goals in his last 172 appearances.
- 73' That is a Yellow card for CD Tondela. Joao Jaquite will be fuming at that decision.
- 78' Nikola Jambor is replacing Diego Lopes for the Rio Ave FC side.
- 83' Rio Ave FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 83.
- 84' Magnificent from Bruno Moreira! That is 13 goals in 329 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 86' The CD Tondela bench stirs into life. Antonio Xavier is withdrawn and Bruno Monteiro gets his opportunity.
- 87' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Aderllan Santos.
- 90' The referee has no hesitation. Pite is booked for CD Tondela — Yellow card on 90.
- With this win, CD Tondela is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Rio Ave FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 1
- 21
- 9
- 2
- 4
-
8
Tarantini C ↓ Ronan Jeronimo 67'
-
10
Diego Lopes ↓ Nikola Jambor 78'
- 11
-
7
Diogo Figueiras ↓ Lucas Piazon 46'
- 5
Bench
- 33
-
14
Lucas Piazon ↑ 46'
-
23
Nikola Jambor ↑ 78'
- 88
-
19
Ronan Jeronimo ↑ 67'
- 70
- 24
Coach
Carlos Carvalhal
CD Tondela Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
- 23
- 15
-
7
Antonio Xavier ↓ Bruno Monteiro 86'
- 1
- 10
- 14
-
77
Richard ↓ Jonathan Rubio 46'
- 30
-
8
Joao Pedro ↓ Joao Jaquite 34'
- 3
Bench
-
27
Bruno Monteiro ↑ 86'
-
5
Joao Jaquite ↑ 34'
- 20
- 94
- 99
- 28
-
70
Jonathan Rubio ↑ 46'
Coach
Natxo Gonzalez
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Galeno | 2 |
| Bruno Moreira | 2 |
| Denilson | 2 |
| Gelson Dala | 2 |
| Ryotaro Meshino | 1 |
| Juan Delgado | 1 |
| Jhon Murillo | 1 |
| Tomane | 1 |
Head to Head
Rio Ave FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.61
Rio Ave FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.78
CD Tondela xG
I would bet for:
Rio Ave FC or CD Tondela 74% + Both teams to score 66%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: CD Tondela win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.39
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 85% |
|
15% |
| ± 2.5 | 65% |
|
35% |
| ± 3.5 | 44% |
|
56% |
| ± 4.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
Double Chance
Rio Ave FC or Draw
61%
Draw or CD Tondela
65%
Rio Ave FC or CD Tondela
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: CD Tondela win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–4 not predicted2 – 4Actual
1 – 1
10.5%
1 – 2
8.3%
2 – 1
7.5%
2 – 2
6.6%
0 – 2
5.3%
0 – 1
5.3%
1 – 3
4.9%
0 – 0
4.8%
1 – 0
4.7%
2 – 0
4.4%
3 – 1
4%
2 – 3
4%
Asian Handicap — Rio Ave FC
| Handicap | Rio Ave FC covers | Push | CD Tondela covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 10% | 83% |
| -1.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -1 | 17% | 17% | 66% |
| -0.5 | 34% | — | 66% |
| +0.5 | 59% | — | 41% |
| +1 | 59% | 19% | 22% |
| +1.5 | 78% | — | 22% |
| +2 | 78% | 13% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Rio Ave FC keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
CD Tondela keeps clean sheet
21%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

