Decisive figure's brace propels Rio Ave past Casa Pia

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·4 January 2026

Decisive figure's brace propels Rio Ave past Casa Pia

André Luiz struck in the 54th minute and added a late second to inspire Rio Ave's 3-1 victory over Casa Pia. The Brazilian forward's brace proved the difference in a tight second half.

He broke the deadlock by arriving in the six-yard area to turn in Clayton's square pass on a fast break (54.).

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Late on, he timed his run to meet Clayton's through ball and finished clinically from the centre of the box (86.).

He finished with five attempts, four on target, and was fouled three times, underlining how he constantly offered a direct outlet and carried the threat in transition.

His direct runs and understanding with Clayton on counters repeatedly gave Rio Ave a route to goal when space opened up.

Rio Ave rise from 11th to 10th ahead of hosting Benfica next. Casa Pia remain 15th and visit Sporting CP next.