FC Arouca secured a comfortable 3-0 away victory against Rio Ave in the Portuguese Primera Liga on February 1, 2026. Arouca executed their game plan perfectly, controlling the match and converting their chances efficiently to leave with all three points. The win solidified Arouca's position in the secure mid-table region and continued their positive run of form on the road. For Rio Ave, the defeat at home was a significant setback, leaving them deeper in the relegation conversation. Arouca's defensive discipline and clinical edge were the defining features of a match that highlighted the competitive balance in the middle of the Primeira Liga table.