Match Summary
Santa Clara defeated GIL Vicente 1:0. The match was played in Primeira Liga 2025. Goals were scored by Vinicius Lopes 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Santa Clara had 54% possession while GIL Vicente held 46%. Santa Clara had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 8 (0 on target) for GIL Vicente. Expected goals: Santa Clara 0.30 — GIL Vicente 0.79. Santa Clara made 5 substitutions, GIL Vicente made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Santa Clara and GIL Vicente — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Tavares
Match Statistics
Santa Clara had 54% possession against GIL Vicente's 46%. Santa Clara registered 7 shots (2 on target) while GIL Vicente managed 8 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 6–6. Fouls committed: 15–17.
Lineups
Santa Clara lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Vasco Matos, while GIL Vicente deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Cesar Peixoto.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Santa Clara is 6.84, compared to 6.78 for GIL Vicente. 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. Santa Clara's highest-rated starter is Sidney Lima (6.89), while GIL Vicente's best-rated player is Luís Esteves (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Santa Clara have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Serginho (4G). GIL Vicente's starters account for 8 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by Gustavo Varela (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Santa Clara deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against GIL Vicente's 4-man backline averaging 6.71. 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
Santa Clara field 3 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus GIL Vicente's 5 rated 6.88. 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
Santa Clara start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.84, compared to 1 for GIL Vicente averaging 6.70. 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 75% for Santa Clara and 81% for GIL Vicente. 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
Santa Clara's starters have collected 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 33 for GIL Vicente. 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 Santa Clara's starting XI is 26.2 (youngest: Gabriel Silva (23), oldest: Sidney Lima (28)), while GIL Vicente average 25.4 (youngest: Gustavo Varela (20), oldest: Jonathan Buatu (32)). 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
Santa Clara's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 24 for GIL Vicente. 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, Santa Clara have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. GIL Vicente show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Santa Clara and GIL Vicente have met 1 times — Santa Clara won 0, GIL Vicente won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. GIL Vicente leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026