Sporting Cristal vs Alianza Lima Prediction: Duel of the Two Top Sides in the Division

In the upcoming fixture of the Peruvian Primera Division, Matchday 3, Sporting Cristal will be up against Alianza Lima at the Alberto Gallardo Stadium. Going in the contes, the two sides have performed quite exceptionally in the previous season. The two competing sides have shared the field on 60 occasions. However, if we draw the comparison to 30 matches, Sporting Cristal leads the head-to-head win count (12-11), whereas 7 matches have ended in a draw. Moreover, 14 of 30 matches have also recorded a game total of over 2.5 goals. Evaluating the statistics, Sporting and Lima are likely to be involved in a competitive and nail biting contest. 

Sporting Cristal - Eager to Develop Impression from the Very First Game of 2023 (LLWWL)

After losing the Liga Professional semi-final to FBC Melgar (0-4), Sporting will be looking forward to a much more concise and developed approach in the context of the game. Now, with the 2023 season progressing, Sporting Crirstal will be confident for making an impact at home. In 60 matches against Alianza Lima, Sporting Cristal has scored 62 goals at an average of 1.03 goals per game. Compared to other teams in the circuit, Sporting did quite well in the previous season, averaging 1.80 goals per game. For the upcoming matchup, Sporting might not be able to resist the defending champions, and play for a draw ultimately.

Alianza Lima - Stood First After Defeating Melgar in Liga Stage Final (WLWWW)

Alianza Lima ended the previous season on a higher note after defeating Alianza Lima (2-1) in the final stage of Peruvian Primera Division. Yordi Vilchez and Pablo Damian Lavandeira were the goal scorers in the most important match of 2022 for Lima. In the previous season Lima averaged around 2.20 goals per game, whereas the conceding rate was just 0.50 goals. Hence, Lima is likely to continue with the same stats and start of 2023 with a win. Alianza Lima will come out as favorites to win.

Expert Betting Tips

The defending champions will have the upper hand in the opener. The game total is likely to be variable, as teams might play with a defensive approach or attack from the very first minute. Hence, I will back Lima, the defending champions, as they have a much better goal scoring rate and tournament form compared to the home side.

• Alianza Lima to Win for 3.60
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.916
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.75