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Get ready for an electrifying match as Universitario vs Sporting Cristal will clash in a new edition of the Clasico Moderno on Monday, April 24. This outstanding game scheduled for matchday 13 of the Liga 1 will be held at the Estadio Monumental U Marathon in Lima, and it’s expected to have fans at the edge of their seats.
Universitario is heading into the match determined to secure the points they need to regain their position at the top of the Peruvian league standings. To do so, they not only need to win in front of their home crowd but also hope that the current league leader, Alianza Lima, suffers a defeat in their visit to Unión Comercio. On the other hand, Sporting Cristal is fighting tooth and nail to keep its title hopes alive and maintain its unbeaten run in the 2023 campaign.
At JefeBet, your trusted site for sports betting information, we bring you the best analysis and the available betting odds to help you make the most informed bet for this thrilling derby. Don’t miss out on this exciting match between Universitario and Sporting Cristal.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Universitario vs Sporting Cristal Liga 1 Matchday 13 Game on April 24, 2023
- Where: Estadio Monumental U Marathon, Lima, Peru
- When: Monday, April 24, 2023, 8:30 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Universitario (+115) / Tie (+235) / Sporting Cristal (+225)
- Asian Handicap: Universitario (AH -0.25, -114) / Sporting Cristal (AH +0.25, -105)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-105) / Under (-125)
- Both teams score: Yes (-130) / No (+100)
All odds are provided by Unibet.
Betting on Club Universitario de Deportes
Universitario‘s impressive run under Jorge Fossati continues to gather momentum. Since the coach’s arrival, the team has been unbeatable, collecting points in the last six games. Their latest victory, a 2-1 triumph over Deportivo Municipal, saw them maintain their unbeaten streak.
The team‘s impressive form has seen them move up to second place in the Liga 1 table, with 22 points. With only a two-point gap separating them from league leaders Alianza Lima, Universitario will be eager to secure a win in front of their home crowd at the colossal Ate Stadium, with their eyes set on taking the top spot. However, they’ll have to wait for their arch-rivals to play first, as Alianza Lima will face Unión Comercio before Universitario takes to the field.
On the international front, it’s worth noting that Universitario managed to snatch a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Brazil’s Goiás in the second matchday of the Copa Sudamericana group stage. Although the result wasn’t exactly what they were hoping for, it was enough to see them top their group in the international championship.
Possible lineup (3-5-2): José Carvallo; Aldo Corzo, Williams Riveros, Matías Di Benedetto; Rodrigo Ureña, Piero Quispe, Martín Pérez Guedes, Nelson Cabanillas, Nelson Cabanillas; Luis Urruti, Emanuel Herrera.
Betting on Sporting Cristal
Sporting Cristal‘s title aspirations are hanging in the balance after a string of disappointing results. The local team has been struggling to keep pace with the league leaders in recent weeks, and their latest result – a 1-1 draw against Sport Boys at home – has left them further behind at the bottom of the Liga 1 standings.
Adding to their woes, the team suffered a heavy blow on the international stage, as they were defeated 4-2 by River Plate in Buenos Aires during the second round of the Copa Libertadores. The result saw the team from Rimac sitting at the bottom of their group without any points. However, there is some good news for the visitors, as Jesús Castillo will be available for this match after serving his suspension, and Nilson Loyola has recovered from his injury. Although the team faces an uphill battle in the league and in the Copa Libertadores, they will be looking to turn things around and get back to winning ways when they take on Universitario in the Clásico Moderno. For the best analysis and odds on this match, check out JefeBet. Copa Libertadores. The result saw the team from Rimac sitting at the bottom of their group without any points.
However, there is some good news for the visitors, as Jesús Castillo will be available for this match after serving his suspension, and Nilson Loyola has recovered from his injury.
Possible lineup (4-3-3): Renato Solís; Jhilmar Lora, Gianfranco Chávez, Ignácio Da Silva, Nilson Loyola; Jesús Castillo, Yoshimar Yotún, Jostin Alarcón; Leandro Sosa, Joao Grimaldo, Irven Ávila.
JefeBet Prediction
As we often say, derbies are always duels apart, and this one promises to be a real cracker. With both teams in such a similar position, we have all the ingredients for a great game. However, we can’t ignore the numerical data that both clubs bring to this crucial encounter.
In terms of goal difference, Universitario has the edge over Sporting Cristal with a record of +9 compared to +7, highlighting the scoring ability of both teams. The psychological state of both teams will also play a significant role, as both coaches seek to maintain their unbeaten runs.
Prediction: Universitario qMoneyline (UNI 2-1 CRI)
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