CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC preview and prediction
The match
The Primera División sees CS Cartagines take on Puntarenas FC on Wednesday 14 October, kicking off at 01:00 (WAT). CS Cartagines are 2nd with 31 points from 16 games (in the top four), while Puntarenas FC sit 7th on 19 points (in the bottom half). A gap of 12 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
CS Cartagines's last 5: LLWWD Most recently they lost to Sporting San Jose 1–3 away. Goals have not been a problem: 2.0 per game.
Puntarenas FC's last 5: DWDLW Most recently they drew with LD Alajuelense 1–1 at home. They average 1.2 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 6 September 2026, finished Puntarenas FC 1–3 CS Cartagines. Across their last 2 meetings CS Cartagines have won 2, Puntarenas FC 0, with 0 draws and 4.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 2.1 for CS Cartagines and 0.6 for Puntarenas FC. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 51%, both teams to score at 51%.
Betting angles
Win chances: CS Cartagines 70%, draw 21%, Puntarenas FC 10%.
Both teams to score: yes (51%) at 1.85.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was CS Cartagines to win – a 70% chance at odds of 1.40. Predicted score: CS Cartagines 2–0 Puntarenas FC. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
CS Cartagines70%fair 1.43 · @1.40
Draw21%fair 4.85 · @3.80
Puntarenas FC10%fair 10.52 · @6.50
2.70Expected goals
2.06CS Cartagines xG
0.64Puntarenas FC xG
51%Both score
51%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–014%
1–014%
3–010%
2–19%
1–19%
0–07%
From our goals model: CS Cartagines 2.1 – 0.6 Puntarenas FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC?
Our pick is CS Cartagines to win with a 70% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.40.
Who will win CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC?
On our numbers CS Cartagines have a 70% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Puntarenas FC 10%.
How many goals will there be in CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 51% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC?
Our predicted score is CS Cartagines 2–0 Puntarenas FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC?
CS Cartagines vs Puntarenas FC (Primera División) kicks off on Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 01:00 (West Africa Time).
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.
