Alajuelense vs Cartagines tips and predictions

Fun times not certain for Alajuelense faithful

It will be seen as a massive failure by Alajuelense if they lose this but they can't be backed at the short odds. To be honest it might be a better idea to invest in a bit of cryptocurrency, but you'll get a big price against the visitors.

No question, the hosts are likely to win with ease but they are not unbeatable. Alajuelense's occasional lapses in concentration have not gone unpunished. They conceded at least once in 8 of their last 9 home matches. So perhaps the upset is not ludicrous.

While it is seen as a dismal match-up for them, the visitors will need to do something special here. Cartagines have actually won 4 of their last 7 matches. Most of their good results have been characterised by their strength in the final third. They've scored three or more goals in 2 of their last 7 games and to have any chance of success they'll have to contribute more goals to that total. Their recent defensive displays could be a key for them too. They have conceded no more than once in 14 of their last 15 matches.

If Alajuelense are to justify their short price they may come out eager to maintain a clean sheet. It might not be a popular opinion but the No BTTS bet is the play. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Under 2.5 for this one considering the prices available.

Alajuelense have only won once in the last 4 matches between these two.