Alverca - Arouca

Alverca seek an immediate response following their recent cup exit as they return to league action at Complexo Desportivo Futebol Clube de Alverca on 24 October 2026. This matchday 9 encounter sees the hosts aiming to recapture the momentum that saw them put four goals past Famalicao earlier this month. The expected XI, anchored by Matheus Mendes in goal and featuring Chiquinho in attack, will need to overcome a Tondela defeat to climb the table.

Arouca arrive in strong form, having navigated a high-scoring cup victory last weekend and maintained a steady rhythm in the league. With Ignacio de Arruabarrena expected to start in goal, the visitors hope to build on a recent narrow win over Estrela da Amadora. History suggests a tight affair, as the two sides split their previous league meetings last season, with Alverca securing a 2-1 victory in April.