Primeira Liga· Season 2025
Match Summary
Arouca defeated GIL Vicente 3:1. The match was played in Primeira Liga 2025. Goals were scored by B. Kuipers 61′, L. Esteves 63′, I. Barbero 67′, T. Fukui 82′. 3 yellow cards were shown. GIL Vicente had 45% possession while Arouca held 55%. GIL Vicente had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for Arouca. Expected goals: GIL Vicente 0.81 — Arouca 1.39. GIL Vicente made 5 substitutions, Arouca made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between GIL Vicente and Arouca — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Sanchez
assist: G. Varela
assist: P. Gozalbez
assist: D. Nandin
Match Statistics
GIL Vicente had 45% possession against Arouca's 55%. GIL Vicente registered 15 shots (5 on target) while Arouca managed 13 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 13–17.
Lineups
GIL Vicente lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Cesar Peixoto, while Arouca deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vasco Seabra.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for GIL Vicente is 6.81, compared to 6.73 for Arouca. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. GIL Vicente's highest-rated starter is L. Esteves (7.03), while Arouca's best-rated player is J. Sanchez (6.99).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of GIL Vicente have contributed 30 goals and 20 assists this season, led by Murilo de Souza (11G). Arouca's starters account for 34 goals and 23 assists, spearheaded by A. Trezza (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
GIL Vicente deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Arouca's 4-man backline averaging 6.71. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
GIL Vicente field 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Arouca's 5 rated 6.75. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
GIL Vicente start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 1 for Arouca averaging 6.52. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 78% for GIL Vicente and 79% for Arouca. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
GIL Vicente's starters have collected 49 yellow cards this season, compared to 53 for Arouca. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of GIL Vicente's starting XI is 26.2 (youngest: G. Varela (20), oldest: J. Buatu (32)), while Arouca average 26.2 (youngest: T. Fukui (21), oldest: B. Kuipers (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
GIL Vicente's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 26 for Arouca. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Cesar Peixoto
Substitutes
Coach: Vasco Seabra
Rivalry since 2013
GIL Vicente vs Arouca Head to Head Results· 16
GIL Vicente and Arouca have met 16 times — GIL Vicente won 0, Arouca won 9, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. Arouca leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.63 per match (12 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. GIL Vicente are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, GIL Vicente have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Arouca show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: GIL Vicente or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
GIL Vicente
1.70
Betano
Draw
4.10
Betano
Arouca
5.29
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
Historical data only — not for betting
This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.7
Average goals per game
50%
Games with 3+ goals
80%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (56%) — the odds may underestimate Arouca.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 7.6%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1.66 | 3.80 | 4.75 |
| Max | 1.66 | 3.80 | 4.75 |
Result vs. Market
Result differed from market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: GIL Vicente
Away Record: Arouca
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026