This Primeira Liga encounter sees Nacional welcome Rio Ave to Estadio da Madeira, with both sides needing a result this Jan 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

Nacional have shown glimpses of consistency, picking up 2 wins recently. Rio Ave have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.

Historically, Rio Ave lead the rivalry with 4 wins over Nacional's 1. 5 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw they last drew 1-1.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Nacional may hold the edge at Estadio da Madeira, but Rio Ave's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.