Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 May

Deportivo Saprissa

W D W W W

2nd place in Costa Rica Primera Division

1 - 0

21/05/2023 20:00

Alajuelense

L D W D W

3rd place in Costa Rica Primera Division

Costa Rica Primera Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense on 21 May 2023 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense preview before placing your bet.

Deportivo Saprissa will face Alajuelense in Costa Rica Primera Division on May 21, 2023 at 20:00.
Deportivo Saprissa are currently 2nd with 36 points after 16 matches.
Alajuelense sit 3rd with 31 points from 16 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 21/05/2023

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

01 Herediano	38	16	11	5	0	37	14	23
02 Deportivo Saprissa	36	16	11	3	2	28	10	18
03 Alajuelense	31	16	9	4	3	26	18	8
04 Puntarenas	25	16	6	7	3	22	16	6
05 Sporting San Jose	22	16	6	4	6	29	26	3
06 AD Grecia	21	16	7	0	9	28	35	-7
07 AD San Carlos	20	16	5	5	6	19	23	-4
08 Perez Zeledon	19	16	6	1	9	19	25	-6
09 Cartagines Deportiva SA	17	16	4	5	7	25	27	-2
10 Guadalupe FC	16	16	5	1	10	19	29	-10
11 Santos De Guapiles	12	16	2	6	8	19	29	-10
12 AD Guanacasteca	9	16	2	3	11	9	28	-19

Head To Head

18/05/2023 22:00

Alajuelense

3 - 0

Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

02/04/2023 19:00

Alajuelense

0 - 2

Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

03/02/2023 22:15

Deportivo Saprissa

1 - 1

Alajuelense

CRC D1

14/10/2022 22:00

Deportivo Saprissa

2 - 0

Alajuelense

CRC D1

08/10/2022 21:00

Alajuelense

0 - 0

Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

10/09/2022 20:00

Alajuelense

0 - 1

Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

Alajuelense

33%

Draw

33%

Deportivo Saprissa

33%

Deportivo Saprissa Last 6 matches

18/05/2023 22:00

Alajuelense 3 - 0 Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

14/05/2023 18:00

Deportivo Saprissa 2 - 0 Herediano

CRC D1

11/05/2023 22:00

Herediano 1 - 2 Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

06/05/2023 22:15

Deportivo Saprissa 5 - 1 AD Grecia

CRC D1

29/04/2023 22:00

Sporting San Jose 0 - 0 Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

23/04/2023 18:00

Deportivo Saprissa 2 - 0 Herediano

CRC D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Alajuelense

18/05/2023 22:00

Alajuelense 3 - 0 Deportivo Saprissa

CRC D1

13/05/2023 22:00

Alajuelense 3 - 0 Cartagines Deportiva SA

CRC D1

10/05/2023 22:00

Cartagines Deportiva SA 2 - 2 Alajuelense

CRC D1

07/05/2023 17:00

Guadalupe FC 3 - 2 Alajuelense

CRC D1

30/04/2023 19:10

Alajuelense 4 - 0 Puntarenas

CRC D1

24/04/2023 22:00

Cartagines Deportiva SA 0 - 5 Alajuelense

CRC D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Costa Rica Primera Div...

Played games

Deportivo Saprissa

Alajuelense

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.80

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored

Avg. per game

1.87

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.02

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 50 matches

YesNo

42 (84%)8 (16%)

In last 50 matches

NoYes

33 (72%)13 (28%)

Deportivo Saprissa

Recent matches

Alajuelense

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Deportivo Saprissa

Alajuelense

Shots

Deportivo Saprissa

Total shots

13.42 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Alajuelense

Total shots

12.51 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Deportivo Saprissa Pass Alajuelense

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Deportivo Saprissa

Played games

Alajuelense

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.52

Clean sheets

0.37

5.42

271

Corners

235

5.11

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.64

Offsides

102

2.22

1.56

GK saves

1.91

Deportivo Saprissa

DISCIPLINARY

Alajuelense

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.28

114

2.11

0.20

0.11

10.60

530

Fouls

425

9.24

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense on 21 May 2023 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.

Deportivo Saprissa vs Alajuelense Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Deportivo Saprissa's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Alajuelense'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 Deportivo Saprissa and Alajuelense sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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