Central Español vs Peñarol: match statistics
Peñarol appear to be the favorites in this match, even though both teams won their opening fixtures of the season 3-0 and 3-1 respectively. The key difference lies in the form over the last five matches – hosts Central Español have averaged 2.0 points per game with a LWWDW record, while Peñarol have averaged 1.6 points per game with a WDLDW form. Peñarol have shown greater offensive efficiency in their last five matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding 5, which indicates their offensive potential. Although Central Español have a better defensive record in recent matches (6 goals scored, 2 conceded), Peñarol, as the more decorated club with greater experience, should be able to impose their style of play away from home. Taking all factors into account, I predict an away win, although a draw cannot be ruled out due to the solid form of both teams.
Central Español vs Peñarol: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Central Español played against Peñarol in Primera División (Uruguay). The game was played on February 15, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Central Español has 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 3.00 points per game. Peñarol has 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses, with 3.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Central Español scores 3.00 goals per game and allows 0.00. Peñarol scores 3.00 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.69 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 0% of Central Español's games and 100% of Peñarol's. The Over 2.5 rates are 100% and 100%, compared with league averages of 62% for BTTS and 54% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Central Español has the higher season xG average, 1.96 to 0.70 per game. Central Español takes 16.0 shots per game, while Peñarol takes 5.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Central Español leads at halftime in 100% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Peñarol leads at halftime in 100% and scores 0.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Central Español's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (1 goals). For Peñarol, it is minutes 0-15 (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 2.69 goals. Both teams score in 62% of games, and 54% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
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
Peñarol appear to be the favorites in this match, even though both teams won their opening fixtures of the season 3-0 and 3-1 respectively. The key difference lies in the form over the last five matches – hosts Central Español have averaged 2.0 points per game with a LWWDW record, while Peñarol have averaged 1.6 points per game with a WDLDW form. Peñarol have shown greater offensive efficiency in their last five matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding 5, which indicates their offensive potential. Although Central Español have a better defensive record in recent matches (6 goals scored, 2 conceded), Peñarol, as the more decorated club with greater experience, should be able to impose their style of play away from home. Taking all factors into account, I predict an away win, although a draw cannot be ruled out due to the solid form of both teams.
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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
| Central Español | Peñarol | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 80% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.14 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.50 | 0.75 |
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.
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.
Central Español scores in 100% of games (1 of 1 meczów), while Peñarol keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 1 meczów).
Peñarol scores in 100% of games (1 of 1 meczów), while Central Español keeps a clean sheet in 100% (1 of 1 meczów).
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 - Central Español
Over / Under - Peñarol
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Central Español - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Peñarol - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 1.0 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 100% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 0% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 0.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 3.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 100% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 100% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 0% |
| No goal | 0% | 100% |
| Goal difference | +3 | -1 |
* 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 0-15 (1 goal). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (2 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* 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
Central Español
Peñarol
* 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).
Teams vs league
| Central Español | Liga | Peñarol | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.00 | 2.69 | ▲ 4.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 0% | 62% | ▲ 100% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 100% | 54% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 100% | 19% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 77% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 77% | ▲ 100% |
^ 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
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
FAQ
What was the result of Central Español vs Peñarol?
The Primera División match finished Central Español 2:1 Peñarol. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Central Español vs Peñarol?
Central Español score 3.00 goals per game on average and Peñarol 3.00. The Primera División average is 2.69 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 54% of games. Both teams score in 0% of Central Español's matches and 100% of Peñarol's.
What form are Central Español and Peñarol in?
Over the last 5 games Central Español have a 1-0-0 record (3.00 points per game) and Peñarol 1-0-0 (3.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Central Español vs Peñarol?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.