Primeira Liga
Santa Clara vs 
Rio Ave Shots
Result
We called Under 24.5 at 61.2% and it landed (21 in the match). We called Over 7.5 at 50.7% and it landed (9 in the match).
model probability
Expert AI analysis
Our model lands on Over 24.5 shots at 38.8%, its strongest read on the Shots market. Across the lines, the model goes from 50.9% for over 22.5 to 19.1% for over 28.5, with over 22.5 the closest line to a coin-flip at 50.9%. On the shot count, Santa Clara are the model’s pick to have more shots at 65.4%, with a level count at 5.7%. Calibrated against real results, we show the read, not a sure thing.
Shots
Total shots, every line
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 22.5 shots | 50.9% | 49.1% |
| 24.5 shots | 38.8% | 61.2% |
| 26.5 shots | 28.0% | 72.0% |
| 28.5 shots | 19.1% | 81.0% |
Who takes more shots
Team shot lines
67.5%
51.2%
35.8%
41.4%
25.3%
14.0%
Shot handicap
| Santa Clara line | Santa Clara | Rio Ave |
|---|---|---|
| -4.5 | 40.5% | 59.5% |
| -2.5 | 53.1% | 46.9% |
| -0.5 | 65.4% | 34.6% |
| +0.5 | 71.1% | 28.9% |
Shots on target
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5 shots on target | 64.1% | 35.9% |
| 7.5 shots on target | 50.7% | 49.3% |
| 8.5 shots on target | 38.0% | 62.0% |
| 9.5 shots on target | 26.9% | 73.1% |
Total shots follow which side is chasing the game, below are the model total-shot probabilities. The model leans to Santa Clara.
In-depth analysis
38.8%Over 24.5 shots51.2%Santa Clara over 12.5 shots25.3%Rio Ave over 12.5 shots50.7%Over 7.5 on targetFor the team lines, Santa Clara over 12.5 shots sits at 51.2% and Rio Ave at 25.3%.
Every figure is the model’s own calibrated read, not advice. The track record is public, misses included.
Model lenses
Different analytical lenses our model applies to the same calibrated data, not separate tipsters, and never a tip.
FAQ
How many shots in Santa Clara vs Rio Ave?
Before kickoff, the model rated over 24.5 total shots at 38.8% for Santa Clara vs Rio Ave.
Which team will have more shots in Santa Clara vs Rio Ave?
Before kickoff, the model rated Santa Clara to take more shots at 65.4%.
How is this probability calculated?
We fit a goals and markets model (Dixon-Coles plus an xG strength model and an ensemble) on real match data, then calibrate the output against out-of-sample results. It is a calibrated model probability, not an odds-derived tip.
Is this a betting tip?
No – these are calibrated model probabilities, graded against real results. We publish our full track record, including the misses, and never claim to beat the closing market.
Shots accuracy
How our Shots calls have actually performed, graded out-of-sample against real results.
In 10,984 matches we rated like this one (30–40%), Shots actually happened 39.5% of the time.
Predictions & track record updated 12 Sep 2026. See the full, dated track record →
Our last 10 Shots calls
The model’s most recent graded Shots predictions, out-of-sample. Green means the call hit, red means it missed. The number is the model confidence on each.
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