San Carlos vs Municipal Liberia: match statistics
Municipal Liberia appears to be the favorite for this meeting despite playing away. San Carlos presents very poor home form with only 18% home wins and as many as 64% losses, conceding an average of 1.55 goals per match. The hosts also have a very low scoring efficiency (7%) and fail to score in 64% of home games. Municipal Liberia, despite weaker away form (17% wins), possesses a significantly better offense - averaging 1 goal per away game and 3.5 shots on target, which is nearly double the result of San Carlos. The goal difference of both teams (-10 for the hosts, -7 for the visitors) and recent results (San Carlos: 2 wins in the last 5, Municipal Liberia: 1 win) suggest a balanced struggle; however, the technical and offensive advantage of the visitors tips the scales in their favor. I expect a tight result with a slight edge for Municipal Liberia.
San Carlos vs Municipal Liberia: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
San Carlos played against Municipal Liberia in Primera División FPD (Costa Rica). The game was played on January 29, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
San Carlos has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Municipal Liberia has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
San Carlos scores 0.86 goals per game and allows 1.64. Municipal Liberia scores 1.08 and allows 1.25. Games in this league average 2.38 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 41% of San Carlos's games and 46% of Municipal Liberia's. The Over 2.5 rates are 41% and 46%, compared with league averages of 47% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Municipal Liberia has the higher season xG average, 1.59 to 1.00 per game. San Carlos takes 8.4 shots per game, while Municipal Liberia takes 13.5.
First-half and second-half trends
San Carlos leads at halftime in 23% of its games and scores 0.36 goals per game after halftime. Municipal Liberia leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.58 after halftime.
When the teams score
San Carlos's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (5 goals). For Municipal Liberia, it is minutes 76-90+ (8 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 1.50 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
Municipal Liberia appears to be the favorite for this meeting despite playing away. San Carlos presents very poor home form with only 18% home wins and as many as 64% losses, conceding an average of 1.55 goals per match. The hosts also have a very low scoring efficiency (7%) and fail to score in 64% of home games. Municipal Liberia, despite weaker away form (17% wins), possesses a significantly better offense - averaging 1 goal per away game and 3.5 shots on target, which is nearly double the result of San Carlos. The goal difference of both teams (-10 for the hosts, -7 for the visitors) and recent results (San Carlos: 2 wins in the last 5, Municipal Liberia: 1 win) suggest a balanced struggle; however, the technical and offensive advantage of the visitors tips the scales in their favor. I expect a tight result with a slight edge for Municipal Liberia.
View the statistical overviewStats 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
| San Carlos | Municipal Liberia | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 30% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.27 |
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.
San Carlos is 20% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - San Carlos · 1 pts / game - Municipal Liberia
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.
Municipal Liberia is 26% better for: goals scored per game.
0.86 goals / game - San Carlos · 1.08 goals / game - Municipal Liberia
Municipal Liberia is 31% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.64 goals / game - San Carlos · 1.25 goals / game - Municipal Liberia
San Carlos scores in 50% of games (11 of 22 meczów), while Municipal Liberia keeps a clean sheet in 38% (9 of 24 meczów).
Municipal Liberia scores in 75% of games (18 of 24 meczów), while San Carlos keeps a clean sheet in 9% (2 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 - San Carlos
Over / Under - Municipal Liberia
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.
Municipal Liberia is 36% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.95 pts / game - San Carlos · 1.29 pts / game - Municipal Liberia
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
San Carlos - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 23% of games and wins 23%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Municipal Liberia - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -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 16-30 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (7). 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
San Carlos
Municipal Liberia
* 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
| San Carlos | Liga | Municipal Liberia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.50 | 2.38 | • 2.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 41% | 47% | • 46% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 41% | 46% | • 46% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 9% | 33% | ▲ 38% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 68% | ▲ 75% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 82% | 74% | ▲ 79% |
^ 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
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.
Head-to-head
Record from San Carlos's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses against Municipal Liberia. Games average 1.50 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of San Carlos vs Municipal Liberia?
The Primera División FPD match finished San Carlos 1:0 Municipal Liberia. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between San Carlos and Municipal Liberia?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches San Carlos won 0, Municipal Liberia won 2 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before San Carlos vs Municipal Liberia?
San Carlos score 0.86 goals per game on average and Municipal Liberia 1.08. The Primera División FPD average is 2.38 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 41% of San Carlos's matches and 46% of Municipal Liberia's.
What form are San Carlos and Municipal Liberia in?
Over the last 5 games San Carlos have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Municipal Liberia 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for San Carlos vs Municipal Liberia?
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.