O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica: match statistics
Universidad Católica presents decidedly higher form and quality of play this season, occupying 2nd place in the table compared to O'Higgins' 12th position. The visitors stand out with possession dominance (61% average away) and offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 2 goals per away match with a 100% scoring rate. O'Higgins has poor form in the last 5 matches (1.2 points per match) and only 67% efficiency in home matches, which is insufficient against such a strong rival. Universidad Católica surpasses the hosts in xG statistics (1.54 vs 1.26), average number of shots (15.33 vs 10.67), and shots on target (5.33 vs 4). Taking into account all indicators, especially the advantage in possession, scoring efficiency, and the visitors' better form, a victory for Universidad Católica is the most likely scenario for this meeting.
O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
O'Higgins played against Universidad Católica in Primera División (Chile). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
O'Higgins has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Universidad Católica has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
O'Higgins scores 1.20 goals per game and allows 1.60. Universidad Católica scores 2.20 and allows 1.40. Games in this league average 2.31 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 60% of O'Higgins's games and 80% of Universidad Católica's. The Over 2.5 rates are 60% and 80%, compared with league averages of 42% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Universidad Católica has the higher season xG average, 1.49 to 1.36 per game. O'Higgins takes 12.2 shots per game, while Universidad Católica takes 15.0.
First-half and second-half trends
O'Higgins leads at halftime in 20% of its games and scores 0.60 goals per game after halftime. Universidad Católica leads at halftime in 0% and scores 1.40 after halftime.
When the teams score
O'Higgins's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (3 goals). For Universidad Católica, it is minutes 31-45+ (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 2.31 goals. Both teams score in 42% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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
Universidad Católica presents decidedly higher form and quality of play this season, occupying 2nd place in the table compared to O'Higgins' 12th position. The visitors stand out with possession dominance (61% average away) and offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 2 goals per away match with a 100% scoring rate. O'Higgins has poor form in the last 5 matches (1.2 points per match) and only 67% efficiency in home matches, which is insufficient against such a strong rival. Universidad Católica surpasses the hosts in xG statistics (1.54 vs 1.26), average number of shots (15.33 vs 10.67), and shots on target (5.33 vs 4). Taking into account all indicators, especially the advantage in possession, scoring efficiency, and the visitors' better form, a victory for Universidad Católica is the most likely scenario for this meeting.
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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
| O'Higgins | Universidad Católica | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.10 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.29 | 0.39 |
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.
Universidad Católica is 67% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - O'Higgins · 2 pts / game - Universidad Católica
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.
Universidad Católica is 83% better for: goals scored per game.
1.2 goals / game - O'Higgins · 2.2 goals / game - Universidad Católica
Universidad Católica is 14% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.6 goals / game - O'Higgins · 1.4 goals / game - Universidad Católica
O'Higgins scores in 80% of games (4 of 5 meczów), while Universidad Católica keeps a clean sheet in 20% (1 of 5 meczów).
Universidad Católica scores in 100% of games (5 of 5 meczów), while O'Higgins keeps a clean sheet in 20% (1 of 5 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 - Universidad Católica
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.
O'Higgins is 133% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.4 pts / game - O'Higgins · 0.6 pts / game - Universidad Católica
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
O'Higgins - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 40%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.8 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Universidad Católica - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 2.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +6 |
* 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 (3 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (4 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - 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
Universidad Católica
* 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 | Universidad Católica | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.80 | 2.31 | ▲ 3.60 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 60% | 42% | ▲ 80% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 60% | 47% | ▲ 80% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 31% | ▼ 20% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 60% | 67% | ▲ 80% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 78% | ▲ 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
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 0 losses against Universidad Católica. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica?
The Primera División match finished O'Higgins 1:0 Universidad Católica. 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 Universidad Católica?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches O'Higgins won 2, Universidad Católica won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica?
O'Higgins score 1.20 goals per game on average and Universidad Católica 2.20. The Primera División average is 2.31 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 60% of O'Higgins's matches and 80% of Universidad Católica's.
What form are O'Higgins and Universidad Católica in?
Over the last 5 games O'Higgins have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Universidad Católica 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for O'Higgins vs Universidad Católica: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.