Union Comercio vs Alianza Lima Prediction: Lima Advancing as Favorite to Score Two or More Goals

In the upcoming fixture of the Peruvian Primera Division, Matchday 13, Union Comercio will take on Alianza Lima at the Estadio IPD de Moyobamba in Moyobamba. With Alianza Lima leading the points table with 8 wins and 24 points from 10 matches played, the upcoming matchup will be an interesting away duel. On the other hand, Union Comercio stands 13th with 4 wins and 13 points. The two competing sides previously played against each other in November 2019, and Alianza Lima won (2-3). Considering the top-match form of Alianza Lima, the upcoming fixture is likely to have Lima as a favorite. Continue reading to find out possible outcomes and interesting statistics. 

Union Comercio - Coming off a Sharp Win Over Academia Cantolao (WDLLW)

Going in the matchup, Union Comercio is coming off a win against Academia Cantolao (1-2), in which Marlon De Jesus and Miguel Carranza scored goals. Antonio Romero and Christian Neira provided the assists during the goal-scoring opportunities. In the last five matches played, Union Comercio has scored 8 goals, averaging 1.60 goals per game. When playing at home, Union Comercio averages 1.60 goals in the last 10 outings. In comparison to the scoring average, the conceding average is just 1.10 goals. Hence, Union Comercio might have the resilient defense to pressurize Lima and produce a competitive fixture. With the likes of Marlon De Jesus, Antonio Romero, and Miguel Carranza in the lineup, Union Comercio will be looking to demonstrate decent gameplay. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Union Comercio

Willy Díaz; Paulo Goyoneche, Nicolás Palacios, Maelo Reátegui, Denilson Vargas; Oscar Barreto, Yorkman Tello; Antonio Romero, Christian Neira, Gino Guerrero; Marlon De Jesús.

Alianza Lima - Has Secured Four Wins in the Last Five Played (WWWDW)

Going in the matchup, Alianza Lima is coming off a win against Libertad (1-2) in the Libertadores tournament. Talking about the local league, Lima defeated Academia Cantolao (3-0), in which Pablo Sabbag, Bryan Reyna, and Hernan Barcos scored goals. In the last five outings, Alianza Lima has scored 8 goals and conceded just 1 goal. Hence, scoring against Alianza Lima will be tough for the home side. When playing away from home, Alianza Lima has scored an average of 1.20 goals and conceded an average of 1.10 goals. With the likes of Pablo Sabbag, Franco Zanelatto, and Gabriel Costa active with the scoring, Lima will be looking for another clean sheet win.

Expected Lineup for Alianza Lima

Franco Saravia; Edinson Chávez, Carlos Zambrano, Santiago García, Ricardo Lagos; Josepmir Ballón, Jairo Concha, Christian Cueva; Gabriel Costa, Bryan Reyna, Pablo Sabbag.

Expert Betting Tips

Union Comercio has conceded 2 or more goals in 12 of the last 20 matches, which makes Alianza Lima score positively. Alianza Lima has won 16 of the last 20 matches, which makes them the ultimate favorite for winning. With a striking average of 1.60 goals, I am backing Lima to score 2 or more goals. Secondly, Lima has only conceded a goal in the last five matches; I am expecting only Lima to score. The final scoreline is expected to be 0-2.

• Alianza Lima to Win for 1.80
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.95
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.85