Postmatch editorial
Alverca followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Alverca 2-1 Arouca. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Kaiky Marques Naves put the first mark on the match 9', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The raw numbers were a little messier than the result: Arouca led Total shots 7-14, even though the scoreboard went another way. Arouca also shaded Possession 35%-65%.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Alverca the favourite at 46.5% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Alverca
46.5%
Key stats
Match numbers
Total shots
AroucaAlverca
Arouca
7
14
Possession
AroucaAlverca
Arouca
35%
65%
Corners
AlvercaAlverca
Arouca
6
3