O'Higgins vs Palestino: match statistics
O'Higgins vs Palestino: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
O'Higgins played against Palestino in Primera División (Chile). The game was played on August 23, 2026. Venue: Estadio El Teniente. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
O'Higgins has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Palestino has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
O'Higgins scores 1.26 goals per game and allows 1.58. Palestino scores 1.63 and allows 1.42. Games in this league average 2.88 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 53% of O'Higgins's games and 63% of Palestino's. The Over 2.5 rates are 53% and 58%, compared with league averages of 54% for BTTS and 55% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
O'Higgins has the higher season xG average, 1.53 to 1.45 per game. O'Higgins takes 13.9 shots per game, while Palestino takes 14.2.
First-half and second-half trends
O'Higgins leads at halftime in 21% of its games and scores 0.74 goals per game after halftime. Palestino leads at halftime in 37% and scores 0.84 after halftime.
When the teams score
O'Higgins's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). For Palestino, it is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 2.88 goals. Both teams score in 54% of games, and 55% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 3 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.33 goals, with both teams scoring in 67% 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
O'Higgins have the stronger case at home, averaging 1.81 xG from 16.89 shots and 5.67 shots on target per match, while Palestino manage just 1.19 xG away from home. The visitors are higher in the table, sitting 4th compared with the hosts in 10th, and have scored 11 goals in their last five matches, winning three of them. However, their away record is a major concern: they lose 67% of their matches, concede an average of 2 goals, and allow opponents 1.84 xG per game. O'Higgins win 44% of their home matches, while Palestino keep a clean sheet away from home in only 11% of cases, which supports the expectation of at least one goal for the hosts. Palestino's superior recent form reduces confidence in the pick, but O'Higgins' advantage in chance creation and the visitors' defensive weaknesses point towards a narrow home win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The signal for goals from both sides is clear, as BTTS has occurred in 60% of O'Higgins matches and 67% of Palestino matches this season, compared with the league average of 52%. In Palestino's last five matches, both teams scored in as many as 80% of cases, while both sides conceded an average of 1.6 goals per game during that period. O'Higgins average 2.2 goals at home, while Palestino allow opponents 2.0 goals per away match and keep a clean sheet in only 11% of games. Palestino are also in good offensive form, scoring 2.2 goals per match across their last five appearances, while the O'Higgins defense allowed an xG of 1.83 during that spell. The hosts have failed to score in 30% of their matches, but the favourable matchup between Palestino's attack and O'Higgins' recent defensive problems provides stronger support for BTTS - Yes.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
O'Higgins average 2.2 goals, while Palestino concede 2.0 away from home, clearly supporting a goal-heavy scenario for the hosts. O'Higgins' attacking potential is backed by an average xG of 1.68 and 5.7 shots on target per match, while Palestino's xG conceded stands at a high 1.84. In their last five matches, games with Over 2.5 goals occurred in 60% and 80% of cases respectively, with both teams conceding 8 goals during this period. The Over 1.5 goals line was covered in 60% of O'Higgins' matches and 78% of Palestino's, giving it stronger support than the higher lines. The projected total of 2.90 goals indicates that at least two goals are the most likely and safest direction.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
O'Higgins have a clear advantage over the full season, averaging 2.2 goals per match, while Palestino concede 2.0, with xG figures of 1.68 for the hosts' attack and 1.84 in expected goals conceded by the visitors. However, the first half may not produce a decisive result, as O'Higgins were level at the break in 6 of 10 matches, while Palestino went into half-time level in 40% of their last five games. The hosts are significantly stronger after the interval, scoring an average of 1.4 goals in second halves and earning an average of 2.1 points per match in them, compared with just 0.22 goals and 0.78 points for Palestino. In addition, the visitors failed to score after half-time in 78% of their matches this season, which favors O'Higgins taking control in the final stages. The most logical HT/FT selection is therefore a draw at half-time followed by a home win at full-time (X/1).
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
| O'Higgins | Palestino | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.10 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 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.
Palestino is 125% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - O'Higgins · 1.8 pts / game - Palestino
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.
Palestino is 29% better for: goals scored per game.
1.26 goals / game - O'Higgins · 1.63 goals / game - Palestino
Palestino is 11% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.58 goals / game - O'Higgins · 1.42 goals / game - Palestino
O'Higgins scores in 68% of games (13 of 19 meczów), while Palestino keeps a clean sheet in 21% (4 of 19 meczów).
Palestino scores in 74% of games (14 of 19 meczów), while O'Higgins keeps a clean sheet in 21% (4 of 19 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 - O'Higgins
Over / Under - Palestino
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.
Palestino is 47% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - O'Higgins · 1.47 pts / game - Palestino
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
O'Higgins - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 21% of games and wins 37%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Palestino - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 47%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -5 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 100% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +5 |
* 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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). 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
O'Higgins
Palestino
* 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
| O'Higgins | Liga | Palestino | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.84 | 2.88 | ▲ 3.05 |
| Both teams scored | • 53% | 54% | ▲ 63% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 53% | 55% | ▲ 58% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 21% | 26% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 79% | 73% | ▲ 79% |
| Goal after half-time | • 79% | 78% | ▼ 68% |
^ 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
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 O'Higgins's perspective: 2 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Palestino. Games average 3.33 goals, and both teams scored in 67% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of O'Higgins vs Palestino?
The Primera División match finished O'Higgins 0:1 Palestino. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between O'Higgins and Palestino?
In the last 3 head-to-head matches O'Higgins won 2, Palestino won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.33 goals, with both teams scoring in 67% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before O'Higgins vs Palestino?
O'Higgins score 1.26 goals per game on average and Palestino 1.63. The Primera División average is 2.88 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 55% of games. Both teams score in 53% of O'Higgins's matches and 63% of Palestino's.
What form are O'Higgins and Palestino in?
Over the last 5 games O'Higgins have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Palestino 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for O'Higgins vs Palestino?
The statistical background for O'Higgins vs Palestino — 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.