Herediano vs Alajuelense: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Herediano

D W L W W

3rd place in Apertura

1-0

Pen. 0-2

18/05/2024 22:00

Alajuelense

W L W D W

2nd place in Apertura

Costa Rica Primera Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Herediano vs Alajuelense on 18 May 2024 (kick-off: 22:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Herediano vs Alajuelense preview before placing your bet.

Herediano are currently 3rd with 43 points after 22 matches.
Alajuelense sit 2nd with 46 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Herediano to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Herediano and Alajuelense have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 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

22:00

2024-05-18

Herediano vs Alajuelense - Prediction & Odds

Herediano

Alajuelense

2024-05-18 22:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2024

Apertura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Deportivo Saprissa	55	22	18	1	3	53	19	34
02 Alajuelense	46	22	14	4	4	42	23	19
03 Herediano	43	22	13	4	5	43	20	23
04 Cartagines Deportiva SA	37	22	11	4	7	36	28	8
05 AD Guanacasteca	37	22	11	4	7	28	25	3
06 AD San Carlos	26	22	7	5	10	26	28	-2
07 Sporting San Jose	26	22	7	5	10	26	35	-9
08 Santos De Guapiles	23	22	5	8	9	17	26	-9
09 Municipal Liberia	22	22	5	7	10	36	43	-7
10 Puntarenas	21	22	6	3	13	26	34	-8
11 Perez Zeledon	17	22	4	5	13	17	46	-29
12 AD Grecia	15	22	3	6	13	19	42	-23

Autumn	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Deportivo Saprissa	48	22	14	6	2	41	18	23
02 Herediano	44	22	13	5	4	34	17	17
03 Alajuelense	41	22	11	8	3	37	18	19
04 AD San Carlos	37	22	10	7	5	40	29	11
05 Municipal Liberia	37	22	11	4	7	36	31	5
06 Sporting San Jose	32	22	9	5	8	29	29	0
07 AD Guanacasteca	30	22	8	6	8	30	28	2
08 Perez Zeledon	23	22	6	5	11	19	30	-11
09 Cartagines Deportiva SA	20	22	4	8	10	21	30	-9
10 Puntarenas	19	22	4	7	11	18	31	-13
11 AD Grecia	15	22	3	6	13	18	31	-13
12 Santos De Guapiles	15	22	4	3	15	19	50	-31

Head To Head

15/05/2024 22:00

Alajuelense

1 - 0

Herediano

CRC D1

30/04/2024 22:00

Herediano

1 - 1

Alajuelense

CRC D1

24/02/2024 20:00

Alajuelense

0 - 1

Herediano

CRC D1

10/12/2023 19:00

Alajuelense

1 - 0

Herediano

CRC D1

02/12/2023 22:00

Herediano

3 - 0

Alajuelense

CRC D1

01/11/2023 22:15

Alajuelense

2 - 2

Herediano

CNCF CACup

Herediano

33%

Draw

33%

Alajuelense

33%

Herediano Last 6 matches

15/05/2024 22:00

Alajuelense 1 - 0 Herediano CRC D1

12/05/2024 17:00

Sporting San Jose 1 - 1 Herediano CRC D1

08/05/2024 22:30

Herediano 3 - 0 Puntarenas CRC D1

04/05/2024 21:00

Perez Zeledon 1 - 0 Herediano CRC D1

30/04/2024 22:00

Herediano 1 - 1 Alajuelense CRC D1

22/04/2024 22:00

AD Guanacasteca 1 - 2 Herediano CRC D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Alajuelense

15/05/2024 22:00

Alajuelense 1 - 0 Herediano CRC D1

12/05/2024 17:00

Alajuelense 5 - 0 AD Guanacasteca CRC D1

08/05/2024 21:00

Santos De Guapiles 0 - 3 Alajuelense CRC D1

04/05/2024 21:00

Sporting San Jose 1 - 1 Alajuelense CRC D1

30/04/2024 22:00

Herediano 1 - 1 Alajuelense CRC D1

20/04/2024 22:00

Alajuelense 2 - 2 Deportivo Saprissa CRC D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Costa Rica Primera Div...

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

Played games

Herediano

Alajuelense

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.40

Scored

Avg. per game

0.88

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.52

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 25 home matches

YesNo

15 (60%)10 (40%)

In last 25 home matches

NoYes

11 (44%)14 (56%)

Herediano

Recent matches

Alajuelense

Under /Over

(80%)20 5(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)17 8(32%)

Under /Over

(24%)6 19(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(48%)12 13(52%)

Under /Over

(52%)13 12(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(24%)6 19(76%)

/Yes

(44%)11 14(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(36%)9 16(64%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Herediano

Alajuelense

Shots

Herediano

Total shots

15.04 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Alajuelense

Total shots

16.76 avg / game

Blocked

6 total

Avg. 3.00

Herediano Pass Alajuelense

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Herediano

Played games

Alajuelense

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.48

Clean sheets

0.56

7.00

175

Corners

200

8.00

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.24

Offsides

1.76

1.56

GK saves

1.68

Herediano

DISCIPLINARY

Alajuelense

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.44

1.20

0.08

0.12

9.24

231

Fouls

203

8.12

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Herediano vs Alajuelense Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Herediano vs Alajuelense on 18 May 2024 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.

Herediano vs Alajuelense Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Herediano'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 Herediano and Alajuelense 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.

Explore More Costa Rica Primera Division Predictions

Find every upcoming Costa Rica Primera Division fixtures and predictions for this matchday, or browse all football predictions for today across every major league on Betiball.com.

View More View Less