Match Preview
In this Copa Sudamericana clash, Academia Puerto Cabello hosts Metropolitanos at the Complejo Deportivo Socialista on March 5th. Both teams have shown inconsistent form recently, with Academia managing just one win in their last five matches (DLWLL), while Metropolitanos have fared slightly better with two wins in the same period (LLWLD). Historically, their encounters have leaned towards home advantage, with Academia winning two out of the last three meetings, while only one match saw over 2.5 goals scored.
A key angle to consider is the defensive frailty of both sides. Academia has struggled to keep clean sheets, and despite their home advantage, they have not been prolific in front of goal. Conversely, Metropolitanos have shown a tendency to concede, which could open the door for Academia to exploit their home turf. With odds of 2.35 for over 2.5 goals, it may be worth considering that the match could see a few goals, particularly if both teams continue their trend of defensive lapses.
Gualberto Villarroel SJ
Racing
Deportes Iquique
Academia Puerto Cabello
Nacional Potosí
Unión Santa Fe
Metropolitanos