A high-stakes clash awaits at Estadio dos Arcos as Rio Ave host Benfica at 7:00 PM Jan 18, 2026, both eyeing a key result in the Primeira Liga.

Rio Ave have shown glimpses of consistency, picking up 2 wins recently. Benfica arrive with confidence, securing 3 wins from their last 5.

Historically, Benfica lead the rivalry with 8 wins over Rio Ave's 0. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw they last drew 1-1.

With so much at stake in the Primeira Liga, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.