Puntarenas vs Alajuelense: match statistics
Puntarenas vs Alajuelense: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Puntarenas played Alajuelense in Primera División FPD (Costa Rica). The match was played on 10 October 2026. Venue: Estadio Municipal de Puntarenas Miguel Ángel Lito Pérez Treacy. Final score: 1:1.
Current form
Puntarenas: 3-1-1, 2.00 points/match. Alajuelense: 1-1-3, 0.80 points/match.
Goal statistics
Puntarenas scores 1.00 and concedes 1.22 goals per match. Alajuelense scores 1.67 and concedes 1.11. League average: 2.55 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Puntarenas 67%, Alajuelense 56%. Over 2.5: Puntarenas 33%, Alajuelense 56%. League level: BTTS 49%, Over 2.5 43%.
xG, shots and style
Alajuelense has higher xG: 1.78 vs 1.12. Puntarenas: 8.7 shots per match, Alajuelense: 14.4.
Match halves
Puntarenas: half-time lead 33%, second-half goals 0.22. Alajuelense: half-time lead 33%, second-half goals 1.11.
Goals by minute
Puntarenas: 31-45+ (4 goals). Alajuelense: 61-75 (5 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Primera División FPD: 2.55 goals per match, BTTS 49%, Over 2.5 43%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 5 previous H2H matches were available: 1-2-2. Average goals 3.20, BTTS 60%.
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 favour 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 favourites, 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 statisticsHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Puntarenas is 150% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / match - Puntarenas · 0.8 pts / match - 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 match.
1 goals / match - Puntarenas · 1.67 goals / match - Alajuelense
Alajuelense is 10% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.22 goals / match - Puntarenas · 1.11 goals / match - Alajuelense
Puntarenas scores in 89% of matches (8 of 9 matches), while Alajuelense keeps a clean sheet in 22% (2 of 9 matches).
Alajuelense scores in 78% of matches (7 of 9 matches), while Puntarenas keeps a clean sheet in 22% (2 of 9 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Puntarenas
Over / Under - Alajuelense
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - Puntarenas · 1.33 pts / match - Alajuelense
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Puntarenas - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 33% of matches and wins 33%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.1 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Alajuelense - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 33% of matches and wins 44%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 2.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 1.40 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Puntarenas
Alajuelense
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▼ 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
Recent meetings (5): Puntarenas 1 - 2 - 2 Alajuelense. Average goals 3.20, both teams scored in 60% matches.
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.