What is the best bet for AFS vs Arouca?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is 'under 3.5' at odds of 1.25.

What are the latest odds for AFS vs Arouca?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 2.8, Draw - 3.2, Away Win - 2.8.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'under 3.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.25.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '1X'. The available odds for this selection are 1.47.

What is the predicted final score for AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI predicts a final score of 2:0.

What is the predicted halftime score for AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be 1:0.

What is the expected ball possession for AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI predicts AFS will have 43% possession, while Arouca will have 57% possession.

How many shots are expected in AFS vs Arouca?

The total number of shots is expected to be 22, with AFS taking 11 shots and Arouca taking 11 shots.

How many corners are predicted in AFS vs Arouca?

The match is expected to have a total of 9 corners, with AFS earning 4 corners and Arouca earning 5 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for AFS vs Arouca?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 4 yellow cards. AFS is projected to receive 2 yellow cards, while Arouca is expected to receive 2 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of AFS before the match against Arouca?

The current estimated market value of AFS is €16.70m. This reflects the financial strength of their squad before facing Arouca.

What is the squad value of Arouca before the match against AFS?

The current estimated market value of Arouca is €21.70m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against AFS.

How many goals are expected in the first half of AFS vs Arouca?

Our AI predicts that the first half of AFS vs Arouca will have a total of 1 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of 1:0.

How many total goals are expected in AFS vs Arouca?

According to our AI prediction, the match between AFS and Arouca is expected to have a total of 2 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 2:0.

AFS vs Arouca Prediction

Finished

Portugal

Primeira Liga

AFS

€16.70m

17 Jan13:00

0 : 1

Arouca

€21.70m

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AFS vs Arouca Prediction: Stats, Odds, and Betting Tips

It’s bottom versus almost-bottom in the Primeira Liga, and while the neutrals may not be circling January 17 on their calendars, the AFS vs Arouca prediction is sure to interest sports betting fans looking for value. With both teams desperate for points and the bookmakers offering enticing betting odds, this fixture at the Estadio do CD das Aves could be more telling than the league table suggests.

Current Form, Head to Head, and Team News

Let’s not sugarcoat it—AFS (also known as AVS Futebol SAD) are having a season to forget. Sitting rock-bottom in 18th place, they’ve collected just 4 points from 17 matches, and are still searching for their first league win. Their stats paint a bleak picture: 13 losses, 4 draws, an average of 0.6 goals scored, and a worrying 2.5 conceded per game. At home, AVS have been equally uninspiring, failing to win any of their last three matches in front of their fans.

Arouca, meanwhile, aren’t exactly setting the world alight. Vasco Seabra’s side are 16th, two points clear of the relegation zone, with 3 wins, 5 draws, and 9 defeats. Their away form is especially shaky—just 1 point from their last 6 road trips. Still, they have a slightly better attack, scoring 18 goals so far (1 per game), though their defense is also leaky, conceding 42.

Head to head history is firmly on Arouca’s side. They’ve not lost to AVS in their last six meetings, winning five and drawing one. Their last encounter in August 2025 ended 3-1 to Arouca.
Key players to watch: For AVS, Oscar Perea (2 goals) is their brightest spark. Arouca’s main man is Alfonso Trezza, who’s notched up 6 goals and 2 assists.
Both teams have some injury headaches: AVS are without Diego Duarte, Guillem Molina, and Tiago Galletto, while Arouca miss Mateo Flores.

With both sides struggling, expect AVS to focus on defense, while Arouca will likely try to control possession—recent stats predict them seeing 57% of the ball, compared to AVS’s 43%. Both teams average a modest 11 shots per game, with just 3 on target each, so don’t expect a goal-fest.

Betting Odds, Tips, and Our AFS vs Arouca Prediction

Bookmakers have set the odds as follows:

Home win: 2.8
Draw: 3.2
Away win: 2.82

The value here is tricky. Arouca are favorites, but not by much—reflecting their poor away form and AVS’s slight uptick after a shock win away to Guimaraes in December. Still, with AVS yet to win at home and Arouca’s dominance in the head to head, it’s a tough call.

NerdyTips’ best bet: Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.25, trust 2.8/10). Both teams have struggled to score, and recent stats suggest a cagey affair.
1X2 prediction: 1X (AVS double chance) at 1.57 (trust 2.0/10). There’s a sense that AVS might finally get something at home, even if it’s just a draw.
Expected final score: 2:0 to AVS, with a predicted halftime score of 1:0.

Other stats to keep in mind for your AFS vs Arouca prediction:

Both sides are expected to rack up 11 shots and 3 on target.
Total corners predicted: 9 (4 for AVS, 5 for Arouca).
Yellow cards: 2 apiece—so don’t expect a bloodbath, just a bit of frustration.
Squad values: AVS at €16.70m, Arouca at €21.70m—a modest gap, but it reflects the away side’s slightly deeper resources.

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

If you’re hunting for value in the sports betting market, the under 3.5 goals tip looks solid, especially given both teams’ recent attacking woes. The 1X double chance is a bit riskier, but with AVS desperate to break their home duck and Arouca’s travel sickness, it’s not out of the question. Just don’t expect fireworks—unless you count a scrappy goal and a couple of yellow cards as pyrotechnics.

For those who love a good AFS vs Arouca prediction, this is a match that’s more about grit than glamour. Our advice? Keep your bets sensible, your expectations realistic, and maybe have your favorite comfort snack on hand—just in case the football doesn’t provide enough excitement.

AFS vs Arouca Prediction: Stats, Odds, and Betting Tips

Current Form, Head to Head, and Team News

Head to head history is firmly on Arouca’s side. They’ve not lost to AVS in their last six meetings, winning five and drawing one. Their last encounter in August 2025 ended 3-1 to Arouca.
Key players to watch: For AVS, Oscar Perea (2 goals) is their brightest spark. Arouca’s main man is Alfonso Trezza, who’s notched up 6 goals and 2 assists.
Both teams have some injury headaches: AVS are without Diego Duarte, Guillem Molina, and Tiago Galletto, while Arouca miss Mateo Flores.

Betting Odds, Tips, and Our AFS vs Arouca Prediction

Bookmakers have set the odds as follows:

Home win: 2.8
Draw: 3.2
Away win: 2.82

NerdyTips’ best bet: Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.25, trust 2.8/10). Both teams have struggled to score, and recent stats suggest a cagey affair.
1X2 prediction: 1X (AVS double chance) at 1.57 (trust 2.0/10). There’s a sense that AVS might finally get something at home, even if it’s just a draw.
Expected final score: 2:0 to AVS, with a predicted halftime score of 1:0.

Other stats to keep in mind for your AFS vs Arouca prediction:

Both sides are expected to rack up 11 shots and 3 on target.
Total corners predicted: 9 (4 for AVS, 5 for Arouca).
Yellow cards: 2 apiece—so don’t expect a bloodbath, just a bit of frustration.
Squad values: AVS at €16.70m, Arouca at €21.70m—a modest gap, but it reflects the away side’s slightly deeper resources.

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

AI Predictions

Warning

Arouca didn't play better in the last H2H match!

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for AFS vs Arouca

U3.5 -400

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -400

3/10

1x2 Tip

1X -213

AFS to win or draw

2/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -400

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match

3/10

Both Teams To Score

No -111

At least one team is not expected to score

2/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 -154

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals

1/10

Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:0

Stats Predictions

1.1

0.94

43%

Ball Possession

57%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

0.96

Expected Goals

0.72

2.8

Total Goals

3.4

0.7

Goals Scored

0.9

2.1

Goals Against

2.5

41%

Possession

50%

10.1

Total Shots

9.4

3.3

Shots on Goal

2.7

3.9

Shots off Goal

4.4

13.6

Fouls

12.9

Corners

0.9

Offsides

1.1

2.9

Yellow Cards

2.6

308

Total Passes

412

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

0 - 1 - 3

Arouca	^09-Aug-25 3:1	AFS
AFS	^08-Mar-25 0:1	Arouca
Arouca	^05-Oct-24 1:1	AFS
AFS	^26-Sep-23 1:2	Arouca

Recent Matches of AFS

23 Jan	D	Casa Pia.	3:3	AFS.
17 Jan	L	AFS.	0:1	Arouca.
03 Jan	L	AFS.	0:2	Moreirense.
29 Dec	L	FC Porto.	2:0	AFS.
21 Dec	D	AFS.	2:2	Nacional.
17 Dec	W	Guimaraes.	0:1	AFS.
13 Dec	L	Sporting C.	6:0	AFS.
06 Dec	L	AFS.	1:2	Rio Ave.
28 Nov	L	Guimaraes.	4:0	AFS.
22 Nov	D	AFS.	0:0	Academico.

Recent Matches of Arouca

31 Jan		Rio Ave.	-	Arouca.
24 Jan	L	Arouca.	1:2	Sporting C.
17 Jan	W	AFS.	0:1	Arouca.
03 Jan	L	Tondela.	3:1	Arouca.
28 Dec	D	Arouca.	2:2	Gil Vicent.
21 Dec	D	Santa Clar.	0:0	Arouca.
14 Dec	W	Arouca.	1:0	Alverca.
07 Dec	L	Estrela.	3:1	Arouca.
01 Dec	L	Arouca.	0:4	Braga.
23 Nov	L	AD Fafe.	2:1	Arouca.

Portugal - Primeira Liga

	Team	Matches	Goals	Points
1	FC Porto	19	40-4	55
2	Sporting CP	19	52-10	48
3	Benfica	19	42-11	45
4	SC Braga	19	37-18	33
5	GIL Vicente	19	24-16	31
6	Moreirense	19	26-26	30
7	Famalicao	19	24-14	29
8	Estoril	19	37-31	26
9	Guimaraes	19	20-27	25
10	Alverca	19	19-33	23
11	Nacional	19	26-28	20
12	Rio Ave	19	22-35	20
13	Estrela	19	23-36	19
14	Santa Clara	19	14-21	17
15	Arouca	19	20-44	17
16	Casa Pia	19	20-38	15
17	Tondela	19	12-33	12
18	AVS	19	14-47	5

AFS vs Arouca Prediction

AFS vs Arouca Prediction: Stats, Odds, and Betting Tips

Current Form, Head to Head, and Team News

Betting Odds, Tips, and Our AFS vs Arouca Prediction

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

AFS vs Arouca Prediction: Stats, Odds, and Betting Tips

Current Form, Head to Head, and Team News

Betting Odds, Tips, and Our AFS vs Arouca Prediction

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

Warning

Best Tip

1x2 Tip

Total Goals

Both Teams To Score

Bet Builder Tip

Half-Time Score

Correct Score

Stats Predictions

Average / Match

Overview Last 10 Matches

Head to Head

Latest Matches

Recent Matches of AFS

Recent Matches of Arouca

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