FBC Melgar vs Sporting Cristal Prediction: Can Sporting Cristal Continue its Unbeaten Away Streak?

In the upcoming fixture of the Peruvian Primera Division, we have the top two teams of the contes taking on each other at the Estadio Monumental Virgen de Chapi in Arequipa, Peru. Going in the contest, FBC Melgar and Sporting Cristal will be all geared up looking to create an impact and move into the next leg with added advantage. In the head to head win count, FBC Melgar has won 13 games against Sporting, whereas Sporting has won 12 games. This depicts the reasonable competition between the two sides. 

FBC Melgar - Coming off a Defeat Against Alianza Atletico (LLWDW)

Going in the game, FBC Melgar is coming off a defeat against Alianza Atletico (0-1) and Atletico Grau (2-1). FBC Melgar’s only recent win came against Sport Boys (3-0), in which Luis Iberico and Bruno Portugal scored goals. For the upcoming high pressure semi-final, FBC Melgar is likely to demonstrate a 4-2-2-2 formation and back Arias to score. In the previous game against Alianza Atletico, Melgar secured 77% possession but wasn’t able to strike the equalizer. For tomorrow’s game, Melgar might sense a bit of discomfort among themselves, even though they will be playing at home. 

Sporting Cristal - Carrying a Fantastic Away Record (WWLWD)

Going in the game, Sporting Cristal has been completely in possession of their recent match form and importantly the consistency in the away games. In the win against Carlos A. Mannucci (4-0), Joffre Escobar, Diego Buonanotte, and Alejandro Hohberg scored goals. With a robust formation of 4-3-3, Sporting Cristal will certainly attack and look to neutralize the opposition’s home advantage. With a goal scoring average of over 2 goals per game, Sporting Cristal will certainly have the unsung advantage in its favor. 

Expert Betting Tips

For the upcoming Leg 1 semi-final, Sporting Cristal will be the favorites for winning as they are coming off a comprehensive win over Carlos A. Mannucci and are averaging over 2 goals per game. The game total is likely to be over 2.5 goals and both sides to score.

• Sporting Cristal to Win for 4.2
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.84
• Correct Score 1-2 for 15.00