- Juan Pablo II College have failed to win their last 5 matches (D2, L3).
- Alianza Atletico have won two and lost three of their last 5 games (D0).
Both teams to score and goals at both ends on the cards
Juan Pablo II College (15th) and Alianza Atletico (9th) are separated by 2 points and 6 places in the Liga 1 - Apertura table after 14 games (Juan Pablo II College - 15pts, Alianza Atletico - 17pts). This Juan Pablo II College vs Alianza Atletico preview will help break down what to expect in this crucial encounter.
Alianza Atletico have yet to win away at Juan Pablo II College, a fact which could have a psychological influence on the game this weekend.
Juan Pablo II College have struggled in recent weeks, drawing 1-1 away to Sport Boys and losing 1-4 at home to Universitario de Deportes, following a 2-1 defeat away to Sport Huancayo.
Alianza Atletico have also been struggling, winning two and losing three of their last 5, including back-to-back defeats in Copa Sudamericana (0-2 vs America de Cali, H) and Liga 1 - Apertura (2-1 vs Deportivo Garcilaso, A).
Alianza Atletico must be more positive away from home
Juan Pablo II College will line up in a 4-2-3-1, looking to play a possession-based game, and unlock the visiting team’s compact defence, while Alianza Atletico, usually set up in 4-4-2 or 4-1-4-1, are likely to focus on remaining organised and hoping to catch the hosts off guard on the counter.
The contrast in styles could lead to an open game, where both teams will have to deal with the ball in the final third at some stage, and thus, both sides will be expected to create chances.
Looking at the recent form of both sides and considering our Juan Pablo II College vs Alianza Atletico prediction, it’s clear that defensive errors may play a decisive role.
Juan Pablo II College’s top scorer this season is Martin Alaniz with 4 goals in 12 league appearances, 2 of his 4 goals have come in the team’s last 5. Alianza Atletico’s top goal scorer is Franco Coronel with 3 in 11.
For those seeking the best approach to this match, the section with Juan Pablo II College vs Alianza Atletico betting tips suggests a high-scoring draw looks the most likely outcome.
