Estoril Praia hosted Rio Ave at Estádio Antonio Coimbra da Mota on August 22, 2026, recording 20 shots on target from Yanis Begraoui, who already has 20 goals this season.

How did Estoril Praia perform?

The home side dominated possession in the first 30 minutes, creating three clear chances. Yanis Begraoui, although he didn't find the net, fired 20 attempts, showing the coach's trust in his main striker. Mid‑fielder Jalen Blesa controlled the tempo, completing seven key passes that opened spaces for the forwards.

Which players stood out?

Beyond Begraoui, Joao Carvalho added nine assists throughout the campaign, keeping his creation rate high. Dario Spikic contributed three tackles, displaying defensive solidity, while goalkeeper Joel Robles still has no clean sheet from this match but made two crucial saves that prevented a draw. New signing Cezary Miszta has yet to appear in the goal statistics.

What does this mean for the Primeira Liga table?

With the win, Estoril Praia moved up to 7th place, pulling away from the bottom three battling relegation. Rio Ave, coming off a string of draws, stays in the mid‑table without a major shift in standing. The result bolsters the club's ambition to secure a European spot next season.

What are the club's next challenges?

The next fixture is against Sporting CP at home on September 5. The team aims to keep Begraoui's offensive consistency and tighten defensive work, especially on set pieces. The manager has hinted at a possible switch to a 4‑3‑5 formation, seeking more pace on the flanks. Fans hope the atmosphere at Estádio Antonio Coimbra da Mota will continue to drive the side toward a strong season finish.