Alajuelense vs Puntarenas: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Prediction

Alajuelense

2nd place in Costa Rica Primera Division

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16/08/2026 16:00

Puntarenas

5th place in Costa Rica Primera Division

Costa Rica Primera Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Alajuelense vs Puntarenas on 16 August 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Alajuelense vs Puntarenas preview before placing your bet.

Alajuelense are currently 2nd with 4 points after 2 matches.
Puntarenas sit 5th with 2 points from 2 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Deportivo Saprissa	6	2	2	0	0	7	2	5
02 Alajuelense	4	2	1	1	0	3	2	1
03 Escorpiones Belen	3	2	1	0	1	4	2	2
04 Cartagines Deportiva SA	3	1	1	0	0	3	1	2
05 Puntarenas	2	2	0	2	0	2	2	0
06 Sporting San Jose	2	2	0	2	0	2	2	0
07 Herediano	1	1	0	1	0	1	1	0
08 International San Carlos	0	1	0	0	1	1	3	-2
09 Perez Zeledon	0	1	0	0	1	1	5	-4
10 AD San Carlos	0	2	0	0	2	1	5	-4

Alajuelense Last 6 matches

02/08/2026 09:00

Alajuelense 2 - 1 Escorpiones Belen Costa Rica Primera Division

30/07/2026 09:00

Alajuelense 1 - 0 Xelaju MC CONCACAF Central American Cup

26/07/2026 09:00

Sporting San Jose 1 - 1 Alajuelense Costa Rica Primera Division

13/07/2026 06:00

Alajuelense 0 - 1 Herediano Costa Rica Super Cup

27/04/2026 05:00

Municipal Liberia 2 - 1 Alajuelense Costa Rica Primera Division

24/04/2026 09:00

Alajuelense 5 - 2 Puntarenas Costa Rica Primera Division

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Puntarenas

02/08/2026 06:00

Puntarenas 1 - 1 Sporting San Jose Costa Rica Primera Division

24/07/2026 09:00

Herediano 1 - 1 Puntarenas Costa Rica Primera Division

27/04/2026 05:00

Puntarenas 1 - 3 Deportivo Saprissa Costa Rica Primera Division

24/04/2026 09:00

Alajuelense 5 - 2 Puntarenas Costa Rica Primera Division

19/04/2026 08:00

Puntarenas 1 - 2 Sporting San Jose Costa Rica Primera Division

12/04/2026 07:00

Perez Zeledon 3 - 3 Puntarenas Costa Rica Primera Division

Win

Draw

50%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Costa Rica Primera Div...

Played games

Goals

Scored

480

Avg. per game

1.60

Conceded

270

Avg. per game

0.90

Scored

276

Avg. per game

1.21

Conceded

270

Avg. per game

1.18

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

237 (79%)63 (21%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

159 (69%)70 (31%)

Alajuelense

Recent matches

Puntarenas

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Alajuelense

Puntarenas

Shots

Alajuelense

Total shots

12.09 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 2.88

Puntarenas

Total shots

9.61 avg / game

Blocked

4 total

Avg. 4.00

Alajuelense Pass Puntarenas

Total passes

8147

Avg. 407 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Alajuelense

300

Played games

Puntarenas

229

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

121

Clean sheets

0.30

5.31

1593

Corners

1090

4.76

1.06

318

Throw-ins

0.00

1.16

348

Offsides

234

1.02

1.40

421

GK saves

319

1.39

Alajuelense

DISCIPLINARY

Puntarenas

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.88

563

488

2.13

0.11

0.16

7.35

2205

Fouls

1768

7.72

0.96

289

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Cartagines Deportiva SA

CRC

09/13

International San Carlos

Puntarenas

CRC

How We Build the Alajuelense vs Puntarenas Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Alajuelense vs Puntarenas on 16 August 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Costa Rica Primera Division fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Alajuelense vs Puntarenas Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Alajuelense's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Puntarenas's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Costa Rica Primera Division Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Costa Rica Primera Division standings and the Costa Rica Primera Division form table to understand exactly where Alajuelense and Puntarenas sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Costa Rica Primera Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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