Cerro Largo vs Racing CM Prediction: Expecting a Competitive Draw

In the upcoming fixture of the Uruguayan Primera Division, Matchday 12, Cerro Largo will be up against Racing CM at the Estadio Arquitecto Antonio Eleuterio Ubilla in Melo. According to the table standings of today, Cerro Largo stands 5th with 5 wins and 19 points, whereas Racing CM stands 10th with 3 wins and 14 points. Cerro Largo and Racing CM last played against each other in November 2019, and Cerro Largo won (2-1). Cerro Largo will be starting as a favorite as it has managed to stay unbeaten in 9 of the last 11 matches played in the Uruguayan Primera Division. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup and likely outcomes. 

Cerro Largo - Has Conceded Fewest Goals in the Ongoing Primera Division (LDWWL)

Going in the contest, Cerro Largo is coming off a defeat against Plaza Colonia (2-0), in which the opposition neutralized Facundo Rodriguez, Facundo Nunez, and Augusto Max. Coach Eduardo Espinel will be looking to back to his boys and register a win in the upcoming match against Racing. In the last five matches played, Cerro scored just 3 goals, averaging 0.60 per game. Moreover, the home scoring average is also just 0.67 in the Primera Division. Regarding the conceding average, Cerro Largo has conceded 6 goals in the last five, averaging 1.2. 

Racing CM - Coming off a Draw Against Liverpool FC (DWLWD)

Going in the matchup, Racing CM is coming off a draw against Liverpool FC (1-1), in which Javier Mendez scored the equalizer in the 83rd minute. With Rodrigo Rey, Matias Benitez, and Axel Perez in the lineup, Racing CM will be looking to play naturally and at least secure a draw. In the last five matches played, Racing scored 7 goals, averaging 1.40 per game. On the other hand, Racing has conceded 4 goals, averaging 0.80 goals. When playing away from home, Racing has managed to win three consecutive matches. Hence, the upcoming matchup is likely to be balanced and Racing to at least secure a draw. 

Expert Betting Tips

Racing CM has positively scored in all of the away matches this season, which makes both sides score in the upcoming matchup. With Racing CM coming off a three-match win streak in away matches, I am backing Racing to win or the match to end in a draw. As Cerro Largo hasn’t scored 2 or more in the last 5 home games, the match is likely to have a total of under 2.5 goals. 

• Draw or Racing CM for 1.61
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.10
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.43