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Libertad vs Cerro Porteño Prediction – Professional Division
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Here you will find the best prediction for Libertad vs Cerro Porteño in the Professional Division, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our comprehensive analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from the last encounters to provide the best prediction for this match between Libertad vs Cerro Porteño.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Libertad vs Cerro Porteño
The best prediction for the match Libertad vs Cerro Porteño in the Professional Division is over 2.5 goals. This classic encounter is set to be fiercely contested, with both teams enjoying strong form in the league. Libertad, buoyed by a solid campaign, will aim to control the tempo at home, while Cerro Porteño looks to maintain its recent unbeaten streak and create an upset away. Given the attacking prowess of both sides and the stakes involved, a bet on over 2.5 goals appears to be a sensible wager, reflecting the anticipated excitement and numerous opportunities likely to arise during the match.
The best prediction for Libertad vs Cerro Porteño
Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (suggestion for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.5 goals (riskier suggestion)
Match preview: Libertad vs Cerro Porteño
Libertad and Cerro Porteño will face off at the Dr. Nicolás Leoz Stadium in a fixture of the 12th round of the Professional Division. In their last meeting within this competition on 26th January 2025, the match ended in a 2-2 draw. Historical encounters at this venue favour the home side, as they have secured 4 victories, 3 draws, and only 1 loss across the last 8 matches. Indeed, in their last contest here in the Professional Division on 14th September 2024, Libertad triumphed with a score of 2-1, with goals coming from Ruben Lezcano (63′) and Alejandro Silva (78′) for Libertad, while Derlis Rodríguez (23′) netted for Cerro Porteño. The home advantage could prove crucial, as Cerro Porteño has displayed inconsistent performances when playing away compared to their home matches.
Team analysis: Libertad
Currently leading the league, the home team has gathered 27 points from 8 wins and 3 draws. In their last match, they drew 1-1 against Mayo 2 at home, following a convincing 5-0 victory over General Caballero JLM in the prior outing. This side shows little dependence on home advantage, as their performances are quite balanced; across the last 30 matches, they recorded 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses as visitors, with 24 goals scored and 17 conceded, compared to 8 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses at home, scoring 21 and conceding 13. They arrive at this fixture on the back of a 1-0 victory against Alianza Lima. In this campaign, they have collected 13 points from a possible 15, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 games at home.
Libertad has consistently found the net, scoring in every one of their last 10 matches in this competition. Their home matches also tend to produce goals, with 24 of their last 28 fixtures exceeding 1.5 goals. In the 11 games played in the current competition, they conceded the first goal on 4 occasions but managed to turn the scoreline around in 2 of those matches.
Libertad and Cerro Porteño have a history of intense matches, and this clash is unlikely to disappoint. Libertad is having an excellent season and is determined to maintain their position at the top of the standings. Knowing the importance of upholding their form, the team will seek to claim three points in this crucial encounter of the season.
Team analysis: Cerro Porteño
The visitors currently sit in 4th place with 18 points, having achieved 5 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses. Their previous fixture ended in a 1-1 draw against Mayo 2 away from home, while their last match saw them secure a narrow 1-0 victory against Atletico Tembetary on home soil. They are stronger at home; in their last 30 games as visitors, they have recorded 5 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses, in contrast to 8 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses at their stadium. They head into this match following a comfortable 4-2 home win over Bolivar. In the league, Cerro Porteño gathered only 5 points from 15 possible, recording 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 5 away matches. The team has conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 fixtures, which indicates a lack of defensive firmness, although their attack has remained active, scoring in 8 of the last 10 matches in this competition. Out of 11 matches played, they managed to come back in only 1 of the 5 encounters where they conceded the first goal. In their last 20 away matches in all competitions, there is a notable trend: they have scored 7 of their 20 goals between the minutes of 31 and 45.
Cerro Porteño recognises the challenge ahead as they aim to surprise an unbeaten opponent in the league thus far. However, it is imperative that the team holds on to their confidence and continues to believe in their capabilities. Coming off a run of four matches without a loss, they approach this round of Apertura with the goal of solidifying their defence and minimizing errors, particularly in their defensive setup.
The best prediction for Libertad vs Cerro Porteño
Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (suggestion for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.5 goals (riskier suggestion)
