Xinabajul vs Guastatoya Prediction: The Home Advantage Making a Difference

In the upcoming fixture of Liga Nacional de Guatemala, Clausura Quarter Final Leg 2 of 2, Xinabajul will take on Guastatoya at the Estadio Los Cuchumatanes in Huehuetenango. With Guastatoya winning the first leg comprehensively, the upcoming matchup would be a tough outing for the home side. For the upcoming matchup, let’s revise the head-to-head stats of the two. From the last five matches played between the two, Guastatoya has won thrice, whereas Xinabajul has been only successful twice. Continue reading to find out interesting insights and predictions for the upcoming game. 

Starting with a pressure of two goals deficit, Xinabajul is likely to stick to the basics and produce something extra special against Guastatoya in the upcoming matchup. Though Xinabajul won its last away outing against Antigua Guatemala but looked a bit under pressure playing away from home. However, with the motive to start fresh, Xinabajul will be looking forward to maintaining the right balance and striking early in the matchup. With 45% wins at home this season, Xinabajul will be looking to come out positive. In the home fixtures, Xinabajul averages 1.36 goals per game, whereas the conceding average is 0.91. In order to win the upcoming match and cover the deficit, Xinabajul has to play with a much-improved scoring average. With the presence of Bruno Paladini and Jesus Zuinga in the lineup, Xinabajul should be confident about leveling the lead early in the game.

Before the last outing at home, Deportivo Guastatoya was struggling with its match form. However, the win (2-0) at home has given Deportivo Guastatoya reasonable confidence ahead of the second leg. In the last match, Jonatan Moran and Anderson Ortiz scored goals. For the upcoming home game, it’s important to discuss Guastatoya’s away form. In the last couple of away matches, Guastatoya has managed to secure a low-scoring draw against Mixco (1-1) and lost to Santa Lucia Cotzumalguapa (2-1) previously. Hence, Xinabajul can take full advantage of visitors’ poor form in away matches. In the ongoing season, Guastatoya has managed to win just 9% of its away matches, which is why they are likely to start a little defensively. 

Moving forward in the contest, now the side playing at home will have a reasonable advantage and momentum. However, being down and out by 2 goals adds significant pressure. Valuing the home advantage for Xinabajul, I am backing Xinabajul to score 2 goals. However, the final scoreline for tomorrow’s matchup is likely to be 2-1. Hence, Guastatoya is likely to secure a spot in the next stage of the competition. 

• Deportivo Xinabajul to Win for 1.72
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.95
• Correct Score 2-1 for 10