Alianza Lima vs Cienciano Prediction: Can Lima Win Another Outing in Clean Sheets?

In the upcoming fixture of the Peruvian Primera Division, Matchday 10, Alianza Lima will be up against Cienciano at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in La Victoria District, Lima. According to table standings of today, Alianza Lima stands 3rd with 5 wins and 15 points and is certainly in the hunt for the top spot. On the other hand, Cienciano stands 12th with 3 wins and 9 points. Alianza Lima and Cienciano last played against each other in October 2022, and Alianza Lima won (0-2). Lima did dominate Cienciano in 2022 by winning both encounters in clean sheets. 

Alianza Lima - Defeated Grau in the Last Outing (WLWWW)

Going in the matchup, Alianza Lima is coming off a win against Atletico Grau (1-2), in which Gabriel Costa scored on penalty, and then Franco Zanelatto scored in the 66th minute of play. Edinson Chavez was also spot on with the timely assist to Franco, which reflects decent gameplay and a degree of understanding in Lima. Coach Guillermo Salas will be confident of another robust performance from his side against Cienciano. Alianza Lima has scored 8 goals in the last 5 matches, averaging 1.6 goals per game. Secondly, Lima will be quite a favorite, as it has secured 4 wins in the last 5 matches played. 

Cienciano - Lost to Universitario de Deportes by Quite a Margin (LWLLW)

After winning over Union Comercio (3-1), Cienciano was taken to the cleaners by Universitario de Deportes (3-0). Cienciano managed a possession of 54% but lacked in clearing the defense and scoring up front. With three defeats and two wins in the last 5 matches played, Cienciano will be looking out for at least a draw against Alianza Lima. Talking about the scoring average, Cienciano has scored just 4 goals in the last 5 matches, averaging 0.8 goals per game. The visitors will depend on the presence of Kevin Sandoval, Carlos Garces, and Juan Romagnoli. 

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the matchup, Alianza Lima is likely to have the winning odds in its favor. Secondly, Alianza Lima won two of its last five matches on clean sheets and is carrying a consistent record. Moreover, Alianza Lima is clicking together as a unit, which is very important at this stage of the league. I am predicting only Lima to score, as Cienciano has failed to score in three of its last five matches. The match total is expected to be under 2.5 goals, and Lima to win (2-0).

• Alianza Lima to Win for 1.45
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.75
• Total Under 2.5 for 2.028