Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

D D W L W

4th place in Group F

3-2

20/05/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal

L D L D W

3rd place in Group F

Copa Libertadores

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal on 20 May 2026 (kick-off: 22:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal preview before placing your bet.

Atletico Junior Barranquilla are currently 4th with 4 points after 6 matches.
Sporting Cristal sit 3rd with 6 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Atletico Junior Barranquilla to win with probability 56%.
Head-to-head history favors Sporting Cristal, who have won 1 of the last 1 meetings. Atletico Junior Barranquilla have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

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Weather

22:00

2026-05-20

Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal - Prediction & Odds

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

Sporting Cristal

2026-05-20 22:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2026

Group F	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cerro Porteno	13	6	4	1	1	6	2	4
02 Palmeiras	11	6	3	2	1	10	5	5
03 Sporting Cristal	6	6	2	0	4	6	9	-3
04 Atletico Junior Barranquilla	4	6	1	1	4	5	11	-6

Head To Head

28/04/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal

2 - 0

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

CON CLA

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

Draw

Sporting Cristal

100%

Atletico Junior Barranquilla Last 6 matches

16/05/2026 21:30

Independiente Santa Fe 1 - 1 Atletico Junior Barranquilla COL D1

13/05/2026 21:15

Atletico Junior Barranquilla 2 - 2 Deportiva Once Caldas COL D1

10/05/2026 19:10

Deportiva Once Caldas 0 - 1 Atletico Junior Barranquilla COL D1

07/05/2026 22:00

Atletico Junior Barranquilla 0 - 1 Cerro Porteno CON CLA

03/05/2026 18:45

Atletico Junior Barranquilla 4 - 3 Deportivo Pasto COL D1

28/04/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal 2 - 0 Atletico Junior Barranquilla CON CLA

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sporting Cristal

15/05/2026 16:00

FC Cajamarca 3 - 1 Sporting Cristal PER L1

09/05/2026 21:00

Alianza Lima 1 - 1 Sporting Cristal PER L1

05/05/2026 18:00

Sporting Cristal 0 - 2 Palmeiras CON CLA

03/05/2026 12:00

Sporting Cristal 2 - 2 Cusco FC PER L1

28/04/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal 2 - 0 Atletico Junior Barranquilla CON CLA

25/04/2026 16:30

Comerciantes Unidos 1 - 0 Sporting Cristal PER L1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Copa Libertadores

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

300

Sporting Cristal

277

Goals

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

164

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

280

Avg. per game

1.01

Conceded

173

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

151 (50%)149 (50%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

168 (61%)109 (39%)

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

Recent matches

Sporting Cristal

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

Sporting Cristal

Shots

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

Total shots

8.94 avg / game

Blocked

459 total

Avg. 2.56

Sporting Cristal

Total shots

12.33 avg / game

Blocked

452 total

Avg. 3.25

Atletico Junior Barranquilla Pass Sporting Cristal

Total passes

87584

Avg. 339 / game

Accurate

103%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

85476

Avg. 398 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

OTHERS

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

300

Played games

Sporting Cristal

277

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.32

3.83

1148

Corners

1585

5.72

5.23

1570

Throw-ins

1481

5.35

1.26

379

Offsides

578

2.09

2.24

673

GK saves

644

2.32

Atletico Junior Barranquilla

DISCIPLINARY

Sporting Cristal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.10

629

625

2.26

0.11

0.14

8.16

2449

Fouls

3136

11.32

9.26

2777

Tackles

2699

9.74

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COL

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How We Build the Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal on 20 May 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 Copa Libertadores 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.

Atletico Junior Barranquilla vs Sporting Cristal Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Atletico Junior Barranquilla's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Sporting Cristal'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.

Copa Libertadores 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 Copa Libertadores standings and the Copa Libertadores form table to understand exactly where Atletico Junior Barranquilla and Sporting Cristal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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