Our Cartagines vs Alajuelense Prediction: 1-1
Cartagines vs Alajuelense in the Costa Rica Primera Division is scheduled for an 02:00 GMT kick-off on Thursday January 22, 2026. Our analysis suggests a 1-1 stalemate, with both teams capable of scoring, reinforcing BTTS as a valuable choice.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Cartagines's Last Match – Deportivo Saprissa vs Cartagines
Cartagines must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 1-2 Costa Rica Primera Division defeat against Deportivo Saprissa on December 14. In that match, Cartagines saw 60% of the ball and created 12 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Deportivo Saprissa | 40% | 7 (5) | - | 52 |
 Cartagines | 60% | 12 (5) | - | 60 |
Alajuelense's Last Match – Alajuelense vs Deportivo Saprissa
Alajuelense will hope to extend their good run following a 3-1 Costa Rica Primera Division win against Deportivo Saprissa on December 21.
Cartagines vs Alajuelense Stats
Key Stats
| Cartagines | Alajuelense | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.8 | Attacking Strength | 1.56 |
| 0.68 | Defence Strength | 0.51 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cartagines are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Alajuelense average 1.7 scored and 0.6 conceded per game.
AD San Carlos 
Cartagines 
Herediano 
Deportivo Saprissa 
Guadalupe FC 
Alajuelense 
Municipal Liberia 
Municipal Perez Zeledon 
Puntarenas 
Sporting San Jose