Deportivo Iztapa vs Antigua GFC Prediction: Expect a Nail Biting Encounter

In the upcoming fixture of the Liga Nacional Guatemala, Matchday 7, Iztapa will take on Antigua GFC at the Estadio Municipal El Morón in Iztapa. At the moment, Izatapa stands 11the with just a win and 5 points from 6 matches played. On the other hand, Antigua GFC stands 8th with 2 wins and 7 points. Though the two competing sides stand below the top 6 standings, they are also likely to produce substantial results as the league progresses. Deportivo Iztapa and Antigua last played in November 2022 and Antigua won (4-1). 

Going in the matchup, Izatapa is yet to get consistent in the competition, as securing alternate draws won’t get them through the next stage. Though Deportivo Iztapa lost to Coban Imperial (2-0), it will be backing itself to make a decent comeback against Antigua. Going in the matchup, much will depend on the likes of King Alejandro Morales, who is capable of infiltrating opposition’s ranks independently. In home fixtures Deportivo averages 2.07 goals per game and has a conceding average of 1.36 goals. However, the upcoming contest will test Iztapa’s defense. In the last 17 matches, Deportivo Iztapa has conceded a goal at least, hence, the upcoming matchup is likely to see both teams scoring.

Going in the matchup, Antigua carries fine match form, backed by three wins and a draw from the last 5 played. The match against Cotzumalguapa was a competitive one, as OScar Santis scored in the 4th minute and then it was sheer defense. However, Tomas Lerman from the opposition secured the equalizer in the 81st minute of play. In away fixtures, Antigua averages 1.50 goals per game, whereas the conceding average is 1.44 goals. Hence, Antigua will back itself to score at least two or more goals. Secondly, Antigua GFC has defeated Iztapa in 1 of their last 8 away encounters. Hence, winning will take extra effort.

Comparing the two sides and their overall game form, Antigua will have a slight advantage . However, the home support is likely to favor Iztapa. Secondly, in Iztapa’s last three home games, the game total has remained over 2.5 goals, which is why the upcoming matchup is likely to produce a total of over 2.5 goals. I am backing Antigua to win and score over 2 goals.

• Total Over 2.5 for 2.08
• Antigua GFC to Win or X for 1.56
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.79