FBC Melgar vs Cienciano: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

FBC Melgar

1st place in Clausura

2-0

31/01/2026 23:30

Cienciano

18th place in Clausura

Peru Primera Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FBC Melgar vs Cienciano on 31 January 2026 (kick-off: 23:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FBC Melgar vs Cienciano preview before placing your bet.

FBC Melgar are currently 1st with 6 points after 2 matches.
Cienciano sit 18th with 0 points from 2 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FBC Melgar to win with probability 56%.
Head-to-head history favors FBC Melgar, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Cienciano have one win, 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

23:30

2026-01-31

FBC Melgar vs Cienciano - Prediction & Odds

FBC Melgar

Cienciano

2026-01-31 23:30

STANDINGS UP TO 31/01/2026

Clausura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FBC Melgar	6	2	2	0	0	5	2	3
02 Universitario De Deportes	6	2	2	0	0	4	2	2
03 Juan Pablo II College	4	2	1	1	0	4	2	2
04 Alianza Lima	4	2	1	1	0	4	3	1
05 Cusco FC	3	2	1	0	1	5	3	2
06 Sport Huancayo	3	2	1	0	1	3	2	1
07 Sport Boys	3	2	1	0	1	2	1	1
08 Atletico Grau	3	2	1	0	1	3	3	0
09 Sporting Cristal	3	2	1	0	1	2	2	0
10 Deportivo Garcilaso	3	2	1	0	1	2	2	0
11 Alianza Atletico Sullana	3	2	1	0	1	4	5	-1
12 Los Chankas	3	2	1	0	1	2	3	-1
13 Comerciantes Unidos	2	2	0	2	0	4	4	0
14 UCV Moquegua	2	2	0	2	0	2	2	0
15 FC Cajamarca	1	2	0	1	1	3	4	-1
16 UTC Cajamarca	1	2	0	1	1	1	3	-2
17 AD Tarma	0	2	0	0	2	1	4	-3
18 Cienciano	0	2	0	0	2	1	5	-4

Apertura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Alianza Lima	40	17	12	4	1	30	8	22
02 Los Chankas	34	17	10	4	3	25	21	4
03 Cienciano	33	17	10	3	4	34	22	12
04 Universitario De Deportes	29	17	8	5	4	24	15	9
05 FBC Melgar	28	17	8	4	5	29	20	9
06 Cusco FC	27	17	8	3	6	21	24	-3
07 Deportivo Garcilaso	26	17	7	5	5	21	18	3
08 Alianza Atletico Sullana	21	17	5	6	6	20	18	2
09 Comerciantes Unidos	21	17	5	6	6	18	20	-2
10 AD Tarma	20	17	5	5	7	22	21	1
11 Sport Boys	20	17	5	5	7	15	19	-4
12 Sporting Cristal	19	17	5	4	8	28	30	-2
13 UTC Cajamarca	18	17	4	6	7	21	26	-5
14 UCV Moquegua	18	17	5	3	9	17	24	-7
15 FC Cajamarca	17	17	4	5	8	23	28	-5
16 Atletico Grau	16	17	4	4	9	12	18	-6
17 Sport Huancayo	16	17	4	4	9	21	31	-10
18 Juan Pablo II College	16	17	4	4	9	22	40	-18

Head To Head

03/10/2025 00:30

FBC Melgar

2 - 0

Cienciano

PER L1

11/05/2025 02:00

Cienciano

1 - 2

FBC Melgar

PER L1

26/08/2024 01:00

Cienciano

3 - 1

FBC Melgar

PER L1

30/03/2024 21:45

FBC Melgar

2 - 0

Cienciano

PER L1

10/09/2023 00:00

Cienciano

0 - 1

FBC Melgar

PER L1

15/04/2023 00:00

FBC Melgar

1 - 0

Cienciano

PER L1

FBC Melgar

83%

Draw

Cienciano

17%

FBC Melgar Last 6 matches

25/01/2026 23:00

FBC Melgar 2 - 1 Macara INT CF

20/01/2026 15:00

Universitario De Deportes 3 - 1 FBC Melgar INT CF

17/01/2026 19:30

FBC Melgar 2 - 0 UCV Moquegua INT CF

01/11/2025 01:00

Alianza Lima 2 - 2 FBC Melgar PER L1

26/10/2025 23:00

FBC Melgar 2 - 0 Sport Huancayo PER L1

20/10/2025 23:00

Sport Boys 1 - 0 FBC Melgar PER L1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Cienciano

25/01/2026 22:00

Cienciano 1 - 1 Bolivar INT CF

23/11/2025 20:00

Cienciano 2 - 1 Ayacucho Futbol Club PER L1

07/11/2025 20:15

Sporting Cristal 2 - 1 Cienciano PER L1

02/11/2025 23:00

Cienciano 2 - 1 Juan Pablo II College PER L1

25/10/2025 20:15

Alianza Atletico Sullana 0 - 1 Cienciano PER L1

18/10/2025 23:00

Cienciano 1 - 2 Cusco FC PER L1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Peru Primera Division

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

212

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

156

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

198

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

159

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 257 matches

YesNo

145 (56%)112 (44%)

In last 257 matches

NoYes

129 (55%)107 (45%)

FBC Melgar

Recent matches

Cienciano

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FBC Melgar

Cienciano

Shots

FBC Melgar

Total shots

12.55 avg / game

Blocked

368 total

Avg. 3.04

Cienciano

Total shots

12.20 avg / game

Blocked

385 total

Avg. 2.94

FBC Melgar Pass Cienciano

Total passes

75964

Avg. 374 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

57849

Avg. 313 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FBC Melgar

257

Played games

Cienciano

236

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.36

Clean sheets

0.26

5.27

1355

Corners

1127

4.78

5.42

1394

Throw-ins

1375

5.83

1.98

509

Offsides

413

1.75

2.05

526

GK saves

536

2.27

FBC Melgar

DISCIPLINARY

Cienciano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.06

529

551

2.33

0.18

0.15

10.53

2707

Fouls

2574

10.91

9.80

2519

Tackles

2136

9.05

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Universitario De Deportes

PER

08/06

Alianza Atletico Sullana

How We Build the FBC Melgar vs Cienciano Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FBC Melgar vs Cienciano on 31 January 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 Peru 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.

FBC Melgar vs Cienciano Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FBC Melgar's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cienciano'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.

Peru 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 Peru Primera Division standings and the Peru Primera Division form table to understand exactly where FBC Melgar and Cienciano sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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