Atletico Mineiro vs Alianza Lima Prediction: Alianza Lima Leading the Libertadores Table Standings

In the upcoming fixture of Copa Libertadores, Matchday 3, Atletico Mineiro will be up against Alianza Lima at the Estádio Raimundo Sampaio. With Lima leading the points table, Mineiro will have to do something about its continental match form, as it has lost two matches and stands 4th with a -2 goal difference. The two teams haven’t played against each other in the past, and this will be the very first meeting. Hence, the pressure is likely to get the best of the two competing sides.

Going in the matchup, Atletico Mineiro is coming off a win against Athletico Paranaense (2-1), in which Hulk scored back-to-back goals. The previous win at home was certainly a booster for the entire team and is likely to give them confidence ahead of the match against Lima. From the last five matches played across all competitions, Atletico Mineiro has drawn 2, lost 2, and won just one. When playing at home, Mineiro has managed to secure a win and a defeat in the last two matches played. Talking about the scoring, Atletico MG has scored 5 goals, averaging 1.00 goals per game. Against the scoring average, Atletico MG has conceded 6 goals, averaging 1.20 goals. Eduardo Coudet is confident that his team will be demonstrating winning spirit in the upcoming Libertadores outing. 

Everson; Renzo Saravia, Mauricio Lemos, Jemerson, Dodô; Rodrigo Battaglia, Patrick, Matías Zaracho; Pedrinho, Hulk, Paulinho.

Going in the matchup, Alianza Lima has secured four consecutive wins and a draw in the last five matches played across all competitions. In the last game against Union Comercio (1-3), Gino Peruzzi and Hernan Barcos scored goals. Hailing with five consecutive wins in the Peruvian Primera Division, Alianza Lima will be looking to maximize the scoring and register another win in Libertadores. Talking about the scoring, Lima has scored 9 goals, averaging 1.80 goals per game. Hence, the striking average of Lima has remained quite consistent and is likely to earn them another win. In the last three away fixtures, Alianza Lima has registered wins and won by at least a goal difference of two goals. 

Angelo Fields; Gino Peruzzi, Carlos Zambrano, James Garcia, Ricardo Lakes; Josepmir Ballon, Jesus Castle; Aldair Rodriguez, Andrew Andrade, Bryan Reyna; Paul Sabbag.

For the upcoming Libertadores fixture in Brazil, Lima will be coming in with a fresh and active squad. Though Lima has been performing so well across tournaments, the upcoming matchup is likely to challenge them. With the home advantage favouring the Brazilian favorites, I am expecting a draw. Lima will have to pull out exceptional performances in order to secure a win. The match total is likely be over 2.5 goals, as Lima has a striking average of around 1.80, and Atletico MG has conceded at an average of 1.20 goals. 

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.06
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.725
• Double Chance - Draw or Alianza Lima for 4.00