Puntarenas vs Alajuelense: match statistics
Puntarenas vs Alajuelense: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Puntarenas played against Alajuelense in Primera División FPD (Costa Rica). The game was played on October 10, 2026. Venue: Estadio Municipal de Puntarenas Miguel Ángel Lito Pérez Treacy. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Puntarenas has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. Alajuelense has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Puntarenas scores 1.00 goals per game and allows 1.22. Alajuelense scores 1.67 and allows 1.11. Games in this league average 2.55 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Puntarenas's games and 56% of Alajuelense's. The Over 2.5 rates are 33% and 56%, compared with league averages of 49% for BTTS and 43% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Alajuelense has the higher season xG average, 1.78 to 1.12 per game. Puntarenas takes 8.7 shots per game, while Alajuelense takes 14.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Puntarenas leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.22 goals per game after halftime. Alajuelense leads at halftime in 33% and scores 1.11 after halftime.
When the teams score
Puntarenas's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (4 goals). For Alajuelense, it is minutes 61-75 (5 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División FPD games average 2.55 goals. Both teams score in 49% of games, and 43% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 5 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 2 draws and 2 away wins. Those games averaged 3.20 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
Alajuelense have the edge in chance creation: they average 1.66 xG and 5.25 shots on target per match away from home, while Puntarenas record 1.12 xG and 2.8 shots on target at home. The visitors average 1.5 goals on the road, compared with just 0.8 for the hosts at home; Puntarenas also allow opponents chances worth 1.99 xG per match. However, the last five matches favor the hosts in terms of results: they have won three times, compared with two wins for Alajuelense. The visitors scored 11 goals in that stretch to Puntarenas’ 6, but also conceded 8 compared with 5, so their attacking edge comes with defensive risk. Given their higher-quality chances and stronger away scoring record, Alajuelense are slight favorites, although a draw remains a realistic outcome—it has occurred in 50% of their away matches so far.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The case for both teams to score is supported by Alajuelense averaging 1.5 goals per match and having scored in every game so far, while Puntarenas average 1.8 goals. Their attacking potential is further reflected in xG figures of 1.87 for the home side and 1.66 for the visitors, alongside averages of 6.2 and 5.25 shots on target per match, respectively. In their last five matches, both teams landed BTTS in 60% of games, while Alajuelense conceded an average of 1.6 goals over that period, increasing the chances of Puntarenas finding the net. However, caution is warranted: the hosts have failed to score in 40% of their matches this season, and their season BTTS rate is 40%, compared with 75% for the visitors. Despite this risk, the attacking data advantage and both teams’ recent scoring form point to BTTS - Yes as the more likely outcome.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Puntarenas average 1.8 goals per game this season, while Alajuelense average 1.5; their xG averages are 1.87 and 1.66, respectively, pointing to potential from both attacks. In their last five matches, Alajuelense averaged 2.2 goals, while Puntarenas allowed opponents chances worth 1.9 xG per game. At least two goals were scored in 80% of the hosts’ matches and 100% of the visitors’ matches, making Over 1.5 the strongest pick. The 2.5 line is less certain: it was cleared in 60% of Puntarenas matches and 50% of Alajuelense matches, so a forecast of 2.9 goals does not support an equally strong recommendation.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The most likely scenario is for Puntarenas to take the lead at the break and hold on to it through full-time. In their last five matches, the home side led at half-time three times, while Alajuelense were trailing at that stage twice; Puntarenas conceded an average of just 0.2 goals before the break in those matches, compared with 0.8 for the visitors. The case for a home win is also supported by their 60% win rate this season, against 25% for Alajuelense, and their higher average xG: 1.87 versus 1.66. Puntarenas score an average of 1.2 goals after half-time, giving them the potential to maintain or extend their advantage. The risk of a draw at half-time remains significant, as the home side were level at the break in three of the five season matches considered.
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
| Puntarenas | Alajuelense | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 40% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.29 |
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.
Puntarenas is 150% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / game - Puntarenas · 0.8 pts / game - Alajuelense
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.
Alajuelense is 67% better for: goals scored per game.
1 goals / game - Puntarenas · 1.67 goals / game - Alajuelense
Alajuelense is 10% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.22 goals / game - Puntarenas · 1.11 goals / game - Alajuelense
Puntarenas scores in 89% of games (8 of 9 games), while Alajuelense keeps a clean sheet in 22% (2 of 9 games).
Alajuelense scores in 78% of games (7 of 9 games), while Puntarenas keeps a clean sheet in 22% (2 of 9 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 - Puntarenas
Over / Under - Alajuelense
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).
1.56 pts / game - Puntarenas · 1.33 pts / game - Alajuelense
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Puntarenas - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Alajuelense - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +3 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | 0 |
* 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 31-45 (4 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (5 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - 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
Puntarenas
Alajuelense
* 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
| Puntarenas | Liga | Alajuelense | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.22 | 2.55 | ▲ 2.78 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 49% | ▲ 56% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 33% | 43% | ▲ 56% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 22% | 27% | ▼ 22% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 89% | 74% | ▲ 78% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 67% | 72% | ▲ 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 Puntarenas's perspective: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses against Alajuelense. Games average 3.20 goals, and both teams scored in 60% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Puntarenas vs Alajuelense?
The Primera División FPD match finished Puntarenas 1:1 Alajuelense. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Puntarenas and Alajuelense?
In the last 5 head-to-head matches Puntarenas won 1, Alajuelense won 2 and 2 ended level. These games averaged 3.20 goals, with both teams scoring in 60% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Puntarenas vs Alajuelense?
Puntarenas score 1.00 goals per game on average and Alajuelense 1.67. The Primera División FPD average is 2.55 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 43% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Puntarenas's matches and 56% of Alajuelense's.
What form are Puntarenas and Alajuelense in?
Over the last 5 games Puntarenas have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Alajuelense 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Puntarenas vs Alajuelense?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Puntarenas vs Alajuelense: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.