FBC Melgar vs Club Atletico Patronato Prediction: Can Melgar Bounce Back and Make a Rise in the Points Table

In the upcoming fixture of the Copa Libertadores, Group H, Matchday 5, Club Melgar will face Club Atletico Patronato at the Estadio Monumental de la UNSA in Arequipa, Peru. According to the current table standings, Melgar is in 4th place with just one point from 4 matches, while Patronato is in 3rd place with one win and three points. A win in the upcoming matchup against Melgar would secure Patronato's spot in Group H. However, a loss would give Melgar the 3rd position in the table standings. The two teams previously played against each other a month ago, with Patronato winning (4-1). Considering the momentum of the two sides, the upcoming matchup promises to be an interesting one. Keep reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup, including lineups and the best possible outcomes.

FBC Melgar - Coming off a Draw Against Cesar Vallejo in the Local League (DWLWL)

With Melgar moving forward at a steady pace, they are coming off a hard-fought draw against Universidad Cesar Vallejo (2-2), with Leonael Galeano scoring the opening goal assisted by Kenji Cabrera. Jhamir D'Arrigo then scored the second goal in the 62nd minute, this time assisted by Bernardo Cuesta. However, Melgar let the lead slip away as Universidad Cesar Vallejo produced quick goals in just a period of 4 minutes. Speaking of Melgar's recent run across all competitions, they have managed 2 wins, 2 defeats, and a draw. Moreover, Melgar has played 4 of its last five matches at home but has only managed to win one. In terms of scoring, the Peruvian side has scored 8 goals and allowed 9 goals, averaging 1.60 and 1.80 goals per game.

Expected Opening Lineup for FBC Melgar

Carlos Cáceda; Alec Deneumostier, Leonardo Galeano, Jean Archimbaud; Walter Tandazo, Horacio Orzán, Cristian Bordachar, Sebastián Cavero; Kenji Cabrera; Bernardo Cuesta, Pablo Magnin.

Club Atletico Patronato - Has Lost Three of the Last Five Matches Played (LWLLW)

Moving forward in the competition, Patronato will be looking to consolidate its position in the points table standings. According to the current Primera Nacional B standings, Patronato is in 11th place with only 5 wins from 17 matches played. Despite average performances in the local league, the team under the command of Walter Otta is likely to challenge the Peruvian side on their home turf. In terms of scoring, Patronato has scored 6 goals in the last five matches, averaging 1.20 goals per game. However, they have also conceded 8 goals, averaging 1.60 goals per game. Now, Patronato will face Melgar away from home, and their away form has been quite under par, as they have managed to win only 2 of their last 10 away matches played in 2023.

Expected Opening Lineup for Club Atletico Patronato

César Salva; Lautaro Geminiani, Sergio Ojeda, Joel Ghiraldello, Facundo Cobos; Nicolás Domingo, Jorge Valdez; Ignacio Russo, Damian Arce, Nazareno Solis; Matthew Lovato.

Expert Betting Tips

With Melgar managing draws in their last two home matches in the Copa Libertadores, the upcoming fixture is likely to result in a draw. However, I am backing theArgentine side to either win or settle for a draw. Taking inspiration from the last meeting between the two, Patronato will be backing Esquivel and Ojeda to score at least a goal. The match total is expected to be over 2.5 goals as well.

• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.00
• Double Chance - Club Atletico Patronato Or X for 2.12
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.11