Cartaginés vs Puntarenas: match statistics
Cartaginés vs Puntarenas: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Cartaginés played against Puntarenas in Primera División FPD (Costa Rica). The game was played on October 14, 2026. Venue: Estadio José Rafael Fello Meza. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
Cartaginés has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Puntarenas has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Cartaginés scores 1.90 goals per game and allows 1.30. Puntarenas scores 1.00 and allows 1.20. Games in this league average 2.48 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 70% of Cartaginés's games and 70% of Puntarenas's. The Over 2.5 rates are 70% and 30%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 40% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Cartaginés has the higher season xG average, 1.88 to 1.14 per game. Cartaginés takes 15.2 shots per game, while Puntarenas takes 9.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Cartaginés leads at halftime in 30% of its games and scores 1.20 goals per game after halftime. Puntarenas leads at halftime in 30% and scores 0.30 after halftime.
When the teams score
Cartaginés's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (5 goals). For Puntarenas, it is minutes 31-45+ (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División FPD games average 2.48 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 40% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 5 previous meetings were available. The record was 3 home wins, 2 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.60 goals, with both teams scoring in 60% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Cartaginés have won all 4 of their home matches so far, scoring an average of 2.25 goals and conceding just 0.75, while Puntarenas have won 1 of their 4 away fixtures. The hosts create chances worth an average xG of 1.48 at home, while the visitors allow opponents an xG of 1.92 on the road, boosting Cartaginés’ chances of finding the net. The hosts’ attacking edge is also reflected in their average of 5.25 shots on target compared with 2.5 for the visitors, as well as shot conversion rates of 19% and 14%, respectively. Both teams have collected 10 points from their last 5 matches, so Puntarenas’ current form means the visitors should not be underestimated. However, Cartaginés’ significantly stronger home record points to a home win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
BTTS landed in 100% of Puntarenas’ away matches, and the visitors kept no clean sheets in those games, increasing the likelihood of a Cartaginés goal. The hosts have averaged 2.2 goals across their last 5 matches, while Puntarenas have allowed opponents chances worth an average xG of 1.90. The visitors’ chances of scoring are supported by an average of 1.25 goals away from home and the 1.4 goals Cartaginés have conceded recently. BTTS landed in 80% and 60% of the teams’ respective last 5 matches, although the hosts’ 40% clean-sheet rate warrants caution. Overall, these figures point to BTTS - Yes as the more likely outcome.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Cartaginés matches finished with Under 3.5 goals in 80% of cases, while Puntarenas matches did so in 100%, making this line the strongest signal. The home side scores an average of 0.8 goals and concedes 1.2, whereas the visitors average 1.25 goals scored and conceded, pointing more towards a two- or three-goal outcome. Cartaginés did average 2.2 goals scored across their last five matches, but Puntarenas conceded just 1.0 goal per game over the same period. Both teams record 1.12 xG in attack, so despite higher figures for xG conceded, I do not expect three goals to be exceeded regularly. A forecast of 2.45 total goals supports backing Under 3.5 goals, although the home side’s recent scoring form increases the risk of this pick.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
A half-time draw appears most likely: Cartaginés were level at the break in 3 of the 5 matches considered, while Puntarenas were level in 2 of 4. Although the visitors have made stronger starts more often, leading at the break in 3 of their last 5 matches, this is not enough to rule out a closely contested first half. Cartaginés’ post-break form supports a later home win: over their last 5 matches, they averaged 1.4 goals after half-time, compared with 0.4 for Puntarenas. In the same period, Cartaginés won the second half in 60% of matches, while the visitors did so in 20%. I therefore rate a draw at half-time followed by a Cartaginés win at full-time as the most likely HT/FT outcome, although the visitors’ first-half advantage leaves a significant chance of other scenarios.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Cartaginés | Puntarenas | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 41% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.36 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cartaginés is 13% better for: last-5 form.
1.8 pts / game - Cartaginés · 1.6 pts / game - Puntarenas
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Cartaginés is 90% better for: goals scored per game.
1.9 goals / game - Cartaginés · 1 goals / game - Puntarenas
Puntarenas is 8% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.3 goals / game - Cartaginés · 1.2 goals / game - Puntarenas
Cartaginés scores in 80% of games (8 of 10 games), while Puntarenas keeps a clean sheet in 20% (2 of 10 games).
Puntarenas scores in 90% of games (9 of 10 games), while Cartaginés keeps a clean sheet in 10% (1 of 10 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Cartaginés
Over / Under - Puntarenas
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Puntarenas is 17% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.2 pts / game - Cartaginés · 1.4 pts / game - Puntarenas
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Cartaginés - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 60%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Puntarenas - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (5 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (4 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Cartaginés
Puntarenas
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Primera División FPD).
Teams vs league
| Cartaginés | Liga | Puntarenas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.20 | 2.48 | ▼ 2.20 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 70% | 48% | ▲ 70% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 70% | 40% | ▼ 30% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 10% | 27% | ▼ 20% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 90% | 76% | ▲ 90% |
| Goal after half-time | • 70% | 70% | • 70% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Other recorded players
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Cartaginés's perspective: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses against Puntarenas. Games average 2.60 goals, and both teams scored in 60% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Cartaginés vs Puntarenas?
The Primera División FPD match finished Cartaginés 3:1 Puntarenas. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Cartaginés and Puntarenas?
In the last 5 head-to-head matches Cartaginés won 3, Puntarenas won 0 and 2 ended level. These games averaged 2.60 goals, with both teams scoring in 60% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Cartaginés vs Puntarenas?
Cartaginés score 1.90 goals per game on average and Puntarenas 1.00. The Primera División FPD average is 2.48 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 40% of games. Both teams score in 70% of Cartaginés's matches and 70% of Puntarenas's.
What form are Cartaginés and Puntarenas in?
Over the last 5 games Cartaginés have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Puntarenas 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Cartaginés vs Puntarenas?
The statistical background for Cartaginés vs Puntarenas — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.