Match Summary
FC Porto defeated Arouca 3:1. The match was played in Primeira Liga 2025. Goals were scored by O. Pietuszewski 1′, N. Djouahra 70′, William Gomes 90′ (pen.), T. Moffi 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. FC Porto had 57% possession while Arouca held 43%. FC Porto had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Arouca. Expected goals: FC Porto 3.16 — Arouca 0.24. FC Porto made 5 substitutions, Arouca made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Oskar Pietuszewski 4′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC Porto and Arouca — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: V. Froholdt
Penalty
assist: William Gomes
Match Statistics
FC Porto had 57% possession against Arouca's 43%. FC Porto registered 20 shots (7 on target) while Arouca managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 11–14.
Lineups
FC Porto lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Francesco Farioli, while Arouca deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vasco Seabra.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Porto is 6.82, compared to 6.67 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. FC Porto's highest-rated starter is D. Costa (7.06), while Arouca's best-rated player is T. Fukui (6.86).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Porto have contributed 7 goals and 11 assists this season, led by G. Veiga (2G). Arouca's starters account for 17 goals and 9 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
FC Porto deploy 4 defenders rated 6.92 on average, against Arouca's 4-man backline averaging 6.50. 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
FC Porto field 3 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus Arouca's 5 rated 6.71. 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
FC Porto start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.68, compared to 1 for Arouca averaging —. 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 FC Porto and 78% 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
FC Porto's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 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 FC Porto's starting XI is 25.2 (youngest: D. Gul (21), oldest: Zaidu (28)), while Arouca average 24.2 (youngest: T. Fukui (21), oldest: A. Trezza (26)). 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
FC Porto's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 24 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Porto have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Arouca show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FC Porto and Arouca have met 1 times — FC Porto won 1, Arouca won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Porto leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026