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Nacional desperately need points on Sunday, Oct 11 at 4:30 PM in the Primeira Liga. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.
Rio Ave come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Nacional travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.
In 10 previous meetings, Rio Ave lead 4–2 with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Rio Ave won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: Rio Ave look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Nacional will make it uncomfortable. Rio Ave to win.