Universitario Junior betting prediction


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This clash between Universitario and Junior is more than just a game; it's a battle for a chance to advance in the Copa Libertadores. Both teams are in positions that allow them to dream of qualification but also risk complicating their campaigns with an adverse result. Universitario, supported by their home crowd, is expected to adopt a more aggressive stance. However, Junior possesses players capable of exploiting spaces in quick counter-attacks. In this game, we will bet on over 1.5 goals scored.

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Preview
Universitario and Junior face at Estadio Monumental, in a match for this stage of the CONMEBOL Libertadores (Group Stage). In this match the home advantage may play an important role, as both teams present significant differences between home and away performances.

Analysis Universitario

After 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss, the home team is currently in the 3rd position, with 4 points won. In the last match, they have lost (3‑1) in an away match against Botafogo, after in the previous round they have tied (1‑1) in an away match against Junior FC. This is a team that is often stronger at home, with the help of its supporters, so they usually make good use of the home advantage, since in the last 30 matches they register 6 wins, 7 draws and 2 losses in away matches; against 11 wins and 4 draws at their stadium. In their last match, for the Primera División, they got an away loss against ADT by (2‑0). In the last 10 home matches Universitario has won 7 and tied 3. Their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 8 of the last 10 matches. In the last 20 home matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 3 of their 7 goals between minutes (76'‑90').

Universitario de Deportes has shown resilience in this year's Copa Libertadores. With 4 points after three games, they are in a position to compete for a spot in the next phase. Their performance at home has been a blend of strength and opportunity, leveraging the atmosphere of the Estadio Monumental to boost their performance. The team needs a win against Junior to reinforce their chances of advancing, making this clash a critical moment in their campaign. The ability to convert goal-scoring opportunities and maintain defensive solidity will be crucial in this decisive encounter.


Confirmed Lineup: Sebastián Britos Rodríguez, Aldo Corzo, Matías Di Benedetto, Rodrigo Ureña, Segundo Portocarrero, Martin Perez Guedes, Jairo Concha, William Riveros, Edison Flores, Alex Valera Sandoval, Andy Polo.
Coach: J. Fossati Lurachi.

Analysis Junior

The away team is currently in the 1st position, with 5 points won, after 1 win and 2 draws. In the penultimate round, they have tied a home match agaisnt Universitario by (1‑1). In the last round, they have tied a home match against LDU Quito by (1‑1). This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 4 draws and 7 losses in away matches, with 19 goals scored and 25 conceded; against 10 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss at their stadium, with 27 goals scored and 11 conceded. In their last match, for the Primera A, they got a home win against Millonarios by (2‑1). In the last 10 away matches Junior has won 3, tied 2 and lost 5. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 9 of the last 10 matches. In 15 matches, they have conceded the first goal 4 times and have never been able to turn the score around.

Junior de Barranquilla currently occupies the first position in the group with 5 points, putting them in a pressure situation to win and keep their qualification hopes alive. With a solid campaign so far, the Colombian team knows that every game from now on is crucial. Their ability to perform under pressure will be tested in Lima, where they will have to deal not only with the opponent but also with a hostile environment. Success will depend on their ability to maintain possession and exploit Universitario's defensive weaknesses to take another step towards qualification.


Confirmed Lineup: Santiago Mele Castanero, Emanuel Olivera, Jermein Pena, Gabriel Fuentes, José Enamorado Gómez, Didier Moreno, Victor Cantillo, Edwin Herrera, Bryan Castrillón, Yimmi Chará, Carlos Bacca.
Coach: J. Comesaña López.

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The tip and bet suggestion for the Universitario vs Junior match, on 8 May 2024, of the preview written by the editors of Online Betting Academy, goes to: Over 1,5 goals ⇒ bet available on bet365.

The Universitario vs Junior on 8 May 2024 will be played at Lima, Estadio Monumental.

The most voted bet by tipsters at Online Betting Academy, for the Universitario Junior match, on the "match odds" market, was a draw at with 50% of the tips.

 

CONMEBOL Libertadores - 2024

  • 86% 108 / 126 Games

  • Home team wins 51.85%
  • Draws 25%
  • Away team wins 23.15%
  • Over 1.5 73.15%
  • Over 2.5 39.81%
  • Over 3.5 22.22%
  • Goals 261
  • Goals /match 2.42
  • Goals /match home 1.44
  • Goals /match away 0.98
  • Both teams score 50%
  • Goals after 80' 15.33%
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