- San Lorenzo are undefeated in their last 5 games in all competitions (Won 2, drawn 3).
- Deportivo Cuenca have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their last 5 matches in all competitions.
South American fixture to watch on Friday night
San Lorenzo and Deportivo Cuenca currently occupy second and top spot in Copa Sudamericana Group D after the opening round, the former after earning a point away to Deportivo Recoleta and the latter following their 1-0 win over Santos FC Sao Paulo.
The visitors have proven themselves capable of hurting teams on the counter attack, which was exactly what they did in their most recent continental fixture, a crucial 1-0 win at home to the Brazilian side. Their general form, however, has been mixed, so it’s difficult to project whether they can pull off another victory in Buenos Aires; nevertheless, our San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Cuenca prediction suggests this will be a closely contested battle, but they’ll certainly take confidence from their win against Santos into the match-up.
Deportivo Cuenca have the players to hurt San Lorenzo
This Copa Sudamericana Group D fixture is probably more significant than first glance may suggest as, with four teams already in the group, it’s never too early to put down an early marker. The San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Cuenca preview highlights that San Lorenzo are a well-organised and strong team, but a little short on a cutting edge. Gustavo Álvarez has built a team with an identity that values possession and structure, sitting with three centre-backs, wing-backs and a central defensive midfielder with the ability to start attacks.
Deportivo Cuenca, on the other hand, play with tempo, press in waves, can dominate the middle third when on a roll and always look to attack in numbers. Jorge Célico’s side can be a little all over the place at times, but the San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Cuenca prediction underlines that they have proven capable of grinding out a result in continental competition and they have the sort of attacking talent to hurt a team like San Lorenzo.
Deportivo Cuenca can spring a surprise
Deportivo Cuenca have won their away match, a 2-0 success at Emelec Guayaquil, and there is no reason why they can’t travel to Buenos Aires and get the better of San Lorenzo this Friday night. Furthermore, this San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Cuenca prediction leans towards an open encounter, as the odds of 7.6 for an away win are really generous considering the teams are separated by just two points in Group D, but the visitors have shown more attacking intent recently and they can get the job done.
Both teams to score, priced at 2.3, is another way to back the away win as this clash between two contrasting styles should be an entertaining fixture. For those seeking additional insights, our San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Cuenca betting tips suggest considering Over 2.5 goals at 2.45, as both teams will be hungry to make a statement. Álvarez’s men have drawn their last two games and a 1-1 away draw at Recoleta in their Copa Sudamericana opener was a pretty positive result for them.
Rodrigo Auzmendi is San Lorenzo’s main goal threat and scored the only goal they have so far in this group, while Alex Cuello has added a creative spark with 1 assist. Jorge Ordonez comes into this fixture having scored 2 of the team's last 5 goals across all competitions and will be keen to add to that tally in Buenos Aires.
