Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa preview and prediction
The match
The Primera División sees Sporting San Jose take on Deportivo Saprissa on Sunday 13 September, kicking off at 23:00 (WAT) at Estadio Puente de Piedra. Sporting San Jose are 3rd with 30 points from 16 games (in the top four), while Deportivo Saprissa sit 1st on 31 points (top of the table). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Sporting San Jose's last 5: LWWWL Most recently they lost to San Carlos 0–1 away. They average 1.3 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Deportivo Saprissa's last 5: DWWLL Most recently they drew with CS Cartagines 2–2 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 16 April 2026, finished Sporting San Jose 1–3 Deportivo Saprissa. Across their last 2 meetings Sporting San Jose have won 1, Deportivo Saprissa 1, with 0 draws and 3.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.3 for Sporting San Jose and 1.4 for Deportivo Saprissa. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 49%, both teams to score at 52%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Sporting San Jose 35%, draw 25%, Deportivo Saprissa 40%.
Both teams to score: yes (52%) at 1.83.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 52% chance at odds of 1.83. Predicted score: Sporting San Jose 1–1 Deportivo Saprissa. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Sporting San Jose35%fair 2.87 · @2.75
Draw25%fair 3.94 · @2.90
Deportivo Saprissa40%fair 2.51 · @2.38
2.64Expected goals
1.27Sporting San Jose xG
1.37Deportivo Saprissa xG
52%Both score
49%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–110%
1–09%
1–29%
2–18%
0–07%
From our goals model: Sporting San Jose 1.3 – 1.4 Deportivo Saprissa expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 52% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.83.
Who will win Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa?
On our numbers Sporting San Jose have a 35% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Deportivo Saprissa 40%.
How many goals will there be in Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 49% likely and both teams score 52% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa?
Our predicted score is Sporting San Jose 1–1 Deportivo Saprissa, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa?
Sporting San Jose vs Deportivo Saprissa (Primera División) kicks off on Sunday 13 September 2026 at 23:00 (West Africa Time) at Estadio Puente de Piedra.
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.
