Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon preview and prediction
The match
The Primera División sees Puntarenas FC take on Perez Zeledon on Saturday 22 August, kicking off at 02:00 (WAT) at Estadio Municipal de Puntarenas Miguel Angel Lito Perez Treacy. Puntarenas FC are 7th with 19 points from 16 games (in the bottom half), while Perez Zeledon sit 10th on 11 points (in the bottom three).
Form guide
Puntarenas FC's last 5: LLDDL Most recently they lost to LD Alajuelense 1–2 away. At home they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 2.3 conceded.
Perez Zeledon's last 5: LDWLD Most recently they lost to Inter San Carlos 0–1 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 1 of their last 3. Goals have dried up – just 0.5 per game.
Perez Zeledon arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 0.8 points a game against 0.3.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 12 April 2026, finished Perez Zeledon 3–3 Puntarenas FC. Across their last 2 meetings Puntarenas FC have won 1, Perez Zeledon 0, with 1 draw and 3.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.3 for Puntarenas FC and 1.1 for Perez Zeledon. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 45%, both teams to score at 57%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Puntarenas FC 42%, draw 24%, Perez Zeledon 34%.
Both teams to score: yes (57%) at 1.70.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: Puntarenas FC 1–1 Perez Zeledon. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Puntarenas FC42%fair 2.38 · @2.20
Draw24%fair 4.21 · @3.25
Perez Zeledon34%fair 2.92 · @2.95
2.37Expected goals
1.26Puntarenas FC xG
1.10Perez Zeledon xG
57%Both score
45%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–012%
0–110%
0–09%
2–18%
2–07%
From our goals model: Puntarenas FC 1.3 – 1.1 Perez Zeledon expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon?
On our numbers Puntarenas FC have a 42% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Perez Zeledon 34%.
How many goals will there be in Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 45% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon?
Our predicted score is Puntarenas FC 1–1 Perez Zeledon, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon?
Puntarenas FC vs Perez Zeledon (Primera División) kicks off on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 02:00 (West Africa Time) at Estadio Municipal de Puntarenas Miguel Angel Lito Perez Treacy.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
