Gil Vicente defeated Rio Ave 1–0 in Liga Portugal Betclic, dominating possession and chance creation to secure three points at home. The hosts controlled the match with 64% possession and generated 1.53 xG from 13 shots, with five efforts on target; Hector Hernandez converted one of those opportunities to settle the contest. Rio Ave offered limited resistance, managing only 36% possession and 0.31 xG from six shots, with two on target. Gil Vicente's goalkeeper was barely tested, facing just two shots on target and maintaining a clean sheet, whilst Rio Ave's keeper made four saves above expected value but ultimately could not prevent defeat. The visitors' inability to create meaningful chances reflected their defensive setup, leaving them without a response to Gil Vicente's measured control of the encounter. Gil Vicente climb the table with three consecutive wins.