Santa Clara are in a tough spot at the moment. They haven't won any of their last five games, losing three and drawing two, and they have only scored a single goal across those matches. It has been a really difficult run for them, especially in front of goal. In contrast, Rio Ave arrive in much better shape. They have lost only once in their last five outings, with a big win against a strong opponent, and they have been scoring goals much more freely.

When these two sides meet, it tends to be a tight and low-scoring affair. Five of their last six meetings have seen the game finish with fewer than three goals, and there have been plenty of draws between them. Given Santa Clara's current struggles and Rio Ave's better form, this match looks like it will be a close contest. Rio Ave have the edge because they are playing with more confidence, so they should be able to win this game.