Antigua vs Comunicaciones Prediction: We expect a close performance at halftime

The 13th round of the Guatemala Liga Nacional Clausura will begin at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium with a match between Antigua and Comunicaciones from Guatemala. Antigua, who are currently in first place in the league table, will be hoping to get back to winning ways after their match that ended in a tie because they will be playing on their home turf. On the other hand, Comunicaciones, who are currently in fourth place in the league table, will be hoping to extend their recent winning streak to four matches despite the fact that they will be playing away from home. Please find below the necessary information to take you through your betting possibilities. 

Antigua has been displaying exceptional form in their recent matches, with a commendable record of one draw and four victories in their last five encounters. Despite their recent draw against Malacateco, in which they salvaged a 2-2 result, Antigua has showcased their resilience and determination on the field. Prior to this match, they achieved victories in four consecutive matches against Municipal, Zacapa, Guastatoya, and Coatepeque.

Throughout these matches, Antigua has demonstrated their offensive prowess by scoring a total of eleven goals, highlighting their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Additionally, their defense has proven to be solid, conceding only two goals in these encounters. As they prepare to compete on their home turf, Antigua will be aiming to continue their impressive run and secure another important victory.

In their recent matchup against Coatepeque, Comunicaciones continued their winning streak, securing a narrow 1-0 victory. This win marked their third consecutive victory in their last five encounters, showcasing their strong form on the field. Prior to this match, they achieved victories against Malacateco and Coatepeque, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure and secure crucial wins.

However, Comunicaciones faced a setback in their match against Coban Imperial, where they suffered a defeat, and they also settled for a draw in their encounter against Xelaju. Despite these challenges, they have maintained a solid defensive record, conceding only three goals in total during these matches while managing to score four goals themselves.

As they prepare for their upcoming match on the road, Comunicaciones will be eager to continue their winning momentum and secure another important victory.

In four out of their most recent five confrontations, they scored more than two goals, while they scored against each other in three matches. Conversely, both sides achieved a draw in a single encounter. Antigua emerged victorious in a single match, whereas Comunicaciones emerged victorious in three matches.

Recently, both teams have displayed solid defensive performances in their matches, which suggests that they may prioritize maintaining a strong defensive shape in their upcoming encounter. As they face each other, it's reasonable to anticipate a closely contested match, potentially resulting in a tight scoreline at halftime. However, even with the focus on defense, the match is likely to see at least one goal scored.

Additionally, considering that the home team currently holds a slight advantage over the visiting team in terms of points, they may have a psychological edge heading into the match. Playing on their home turf often provides teams with a boost in confidence and support from their fans, which could contribute to their performance on the field.