Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa: match statistics
The match promises to be very evenly matched, suggesting a draw. Pérez Zeledón presents stable form at home with a balance of 33% wins, draws, and losses, scoring an average of 1.42 goals per match while maintaining a positive goal difference (+1). Deportivo Saprissa has an identical scoring efficiency rate on the road (11%) and a similar average xG (1.46), but worse form over the last five meetings (1.0 PPG vs 1.2 PPG for the hosts). Both teams have very similar possession statistics (48% vs 50%) and average goals per match (2.75 vs 2.77), which further confirms the balanced nature of the clash. Considering the visitors' weaker disposition in recent matches and the hosts' solidity at their own stadium, a split of points seems to be the most probable result.
Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Pérez Zeledón played against Deportivo Saprissa in Primera División FPD (Costa Rica). The game was played on January 29, 2026. Final score: 3:3.
Recent form
Pérez Zeledón has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Deportivo Saprissa has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Pérez Zeledón scores 1.36 goals per game and allows 1.41. Deportivo Saprissa scores 1.62 and allows 1.19. Games in this league average 2.38 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 73% of Pérez Zeledón's games and 54% of Deportivo Saprissa's. The Over 2.5 rates are 59% and 62%, compared with league averages of 47% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Deportivo Saprissa has the higher season xG average, 1.72 to 1.45 per game. Pérez Zeledón takes 12.4 shots per game, while Deportivo Saprissa takes 14.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Pérez Zeledón leads at halftime in 23% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. Deportivo Saprissa leads at halftime in 38% and scores 0.88 after halftime.
When the teams score
Pérez Zeledón's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (8 goals). For Deportivo Saprissa, it is minutes 76-90+ (13 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División FPD games average 2.38 goals. Both teams score in 47% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 2 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
The match promises to be very evenly matched, suggesting a draw. Pérez Zeledón presents stable form at home with a balance of 33% wins, draws, and losses, scoring an average of 1.42 goals per match while maintaining a positive goal difference (+1). Deportivo Saprissa has an identical scoring efficiency rate on the road (11%) and a similar average xG (1.46), but worse form over the last five meetings (1.0 PPG vs 1.2 PPG for the hosts). Both teams have very similar possession statistics (48% vs 50%) and average goals per match (2.75 vs 2.77), which further confirms the balanced nature of the clash. Considering the visitors' weaker disposition in recent matches and the hosts' solidity at their own stadium, a split of points seems to be the most probable result.
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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
| Pérez Zeledón | Deportivo Saprissa | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.31 |
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.
Pérez Zeledón is 20% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Pérez Zeledón · 1 pts / game - Deportivo Saprissa
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.
Deportivo Saprissa is 19% better for: goals scored per game.
1.36 goals / game - Pérez Zeledón · 1.62 goals / game - Deportivo Saprissa
Deportivo Saprissa is 18% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.41 goals / game - Pérez Zeledón · 1.19 goals / game - Deportivo Saprissa
Pérez Zeledón scores in 82% of games (18 of 22 meczów), while Deportivo Saprissa keeps a clean sheet in 31% (8 of 26 meczów).
Deportivo Saprissa scores in 77% of games (20 of 26 meczów), while Pérez Zeledón keeps a clean sheet in 18% (4 of 22 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 - Pérez Zeledón
Over / Under - Deportivo Saprissa
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.
Deportivo Saprissa is 35% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.14 pts / game - Pérez Zeledón · 1.54 pts / game - Deportivo Saprissa
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Pérez Zeledón - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 23% of games and wins 32%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Deportivo Saprissa - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 38% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -3 |
* 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 16-30 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (13 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +7 - 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
Pérez Zeledón
Deportivo Saprissa
* 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
| Pérez Zeledón | Liga | Deportivo Saprissa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.77 | 2.38 | ▲ 2.81 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 73% | 47% | ▲ 54% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 59% | 46% | ▲ 62% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 18% | 33% | ▼ 31% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 77% | 68% | • 69% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 86% | 74% | ▲ 88% |
^ 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
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 Pérez Zeledón's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses against Deportivo Saprissa. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa?
The Primera División FPD match finished Pérez Zeledón 3:3 Deportivo Saprissa. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Pérez Zeledón and Deportivo Saprissa?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Pérez Zeledón won 0, Deportivo Saprissa won 2 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 Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa?
Pérez Zeledón score 1.36 goals per game on average and Deportivo Saprissa 1.62. The Primera División FPD average is 2.38 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 73% of Pérez Zeledón's matches and 54% of Deportivo Saprissa's.
What form are Pérez Zeledón and Deportivo Saprissa in?
Over the last 5 games Pérez Zeledón have a 1-3-1 record (1.20 points per game) and Deportivo Saprissa 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa?
The statistical background for Pérez Zeledón vs Deportivo Saprissa — 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.