Our Cartagines vs Sporting San Jose Prediction: 1-1
Cartagines vs Sporting San Jose in the Costa Rica Primera Division is scheduled for an 21:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday January 28, 2026. Our forecast favors a 1-1 draw, with both sides expected to find the net, making BTTS a highly probable scenario.
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 to recover from their recent 1-2 Costa Rica Primera Division defeat against Deportivo Saprissa on December 14 and regain momentum. In that match, Cartagines recorded 60% possession, firing 12 shots at goal, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Deportivo Saprissa | 40% | 7 (5) | - | 52 |
 Cartagines | 60% | 12 (5) | - | 60 |
Sporting San Jose's Last Match – Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa
Sporting San Jose must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 0-0 Costa Rica Primera Division draw against Deportivo Saprissa on December 6. In that match, Sporting San Jose saw 55% of the ball and created 14 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sporting San Jose | 55% | 14 (5) | - | 85 |
| Deportivo Saprissa | 45% | 11 (6) | - | 43 |
Cartagines vs Sporting San Jose Stats
Key Stats
| Cartagines | Sporting San Jose | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.8 | Attacking Strength | 0.88 |
| 0.68 | Defence Strength | 1.01 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 1.6 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cartagines are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Sporting San Jose average 1.5 scored and 0.7 conceded per game.
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Sporting San Jose