FBC Melgar vs Alianza Lima Prediction: Two Best Teams Taking on Each Other

With the Peruvian Primera Division coming to a close, we have the finalists ready for action. FBC Melgar will take on Alianza Lima at the Estadio Monumental Virgen de Chapi in Arequipa. Both teams are coming off terrific performances in the past, justifying their qualification. Going in the contest, Melgar is coming off spectacular wins against Sporting Cristal, whereas Alianza Lima managed to win against Deportivo Tarma in its previous game. Talking about the head-to-head wins, Alianza Lima leads with 14, whereas Melgar has won 9. The last time these two sides played against each other, Lima won 2-0. 

FBC Melgar - Coming off a Decent Match Form (WWLLW)

Going in the game, FBC Melgar is coming off a spectacular run against Sporting Cristal, 0-2 and 2-0. In the previous game, Bernardo Cuesta and Luis Iberico scored goals in the crunch moments of the game. For the upcoming final leg, Melgar is likely to continue with the same 4-3-3 formation and Cuesta leading the attack. Along with Cuesta, Bordacahar and Iberico will be sharing the responsibility. With a goal-scoring average of almost 1.6 goals per game in the last 5 games played, Melgar is likely to dominate the upcoming final and maximize the home advantage.

Key Players for FBC Melgar

• Luis Iberico
• Bernardo Cuesta
• Carlos Caceda

Alianza Lima - Has Won Five Consecutive Games (WWWWW)

Going in the game, Alianza Lima is carrying a much more consistent and impressive form as compared to Melgar’s. Alianza Lima managed to win against Deportivo Tarma (2-0) and Ayacucho FC (0-1). In the previous game, Hernan Barcos and Pablo Miguez scored goals, with Rodriguez and Ballon providing support throughout the 9 minutes of play. Alianza Lima is likely to continue aggressing with a 4-4-2 formation, which is quite remarkable, and has been winning games for the team. With a goal-scoring average of over 2.0 goals per game, Alianza Lima can easily push Melgar on the back foot and win.

Key Players for Alianza Lima

• Arley Rodriguez
• Hernan Barcos

Expert Betting Tips

FBC Melgar and Alianza Lima have not drawn any of their last 4 matches against each other, which means we can expect a reasonable outcome. The game total is expected to be over 2.5 goals, and both sides to score. I will back Melgar to win and score a goal or two in the first half of play.

• FBC Melgar to Win for 1.745
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.92
• Correct Score 2-1 for 8.50