Herediano vs Deportivo Saprissa: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Betiball's prediction for Herediano vs Deportivo Saprissa on 17 January 2026 (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 Deportivo Saprissa preview before placing your bet.

Herediano vs Deportivo Saprissa: Starting Lineups Time : 17/01/2026 22:00

Herediano
2 - 0
Finished
Deportivo Saprissa
88' event Yelstin Tejeda / Allan Cruz
84' event Jurguens Montenegro / Marcel Hernandez
82' event Danny Carvajal Rodriguez
75' event Marcel Hernandez
65' event Kendall Jamaal Waston Manley
46' event Ronaldo Araya / Elias Aguilar Vargas
46' event Aaron Murillo / Gabriel Sibaja
45' event Gabriel Sibaja
34' event Keysher Fuller Spence / Joshua Navarro Sandi
event 84' Derek Woodly / Tomas Rodriguez
event 84' Kenneth Gonzalez / Bancy Hernandez
event 76' Rachid Enrique Chirino Serrano / Orlando Sinclair
event 76' Jefferson Brenes / Alberth Barahona
event 67' Ariel Francisco Rodriguez Araya / Gerson Torres
88' event Yelstin Tejeda / Allan Cruz
event 84' Derek Woodly / Tomas Rodriguez
84' event Jurguens Montenegro / Marcel Hernandez
event 84' Kenneth Gonzalez / Bancy Hernandez
82' event Danny Carvajal Rodriguez
event 76' Rachid Enrique Chirino Serrano / Orlando Sinclair
75' event Marcel Hernandez
event 76' Jefferson Brenes / Alberth Barahona
65' event Kendall Jamaal Waston Manley
event 67' Ariel Francisco Rodriguez Araya / Gerson Torres
46' event Ronaldo Araya / Elias Aguilar Vargas
46' event Aaron Murillo / Gabriel Sibaja
45' event Gabriel Sibaja
34' event Keysher Fuller Spence / Joshua Navarro Sandi
Herediano Herediano
Substitutions
#11 Ronaldo Araya
#1 Aaron Cruz
#37 Keysher Fuller Spence
#26 Eduardo Juarez
#97 Randall Leal
#77 Jurguens Montenegro
#38 Getsel Montes
#22 Aaron Murillo
#55 Yurguin Roman
#17 Yelstin Tejeda
Herediano Herediano Deportivo Saprissa Deportivo Saprissa
12Shots13
7Shots on Goal3
13Fouls11
4Corner Kick9
2Offside1
2Yellow card0
5Shots off goal10
131Attacks125
70Dangerous attacks79
2Corner Kicks(HT)5
Deportivo Saprissa Deportivo Saprissa
Substitutions
#13 Isaac Alfaro
#30 Minor Alvarez
#22 Jorkaeff Azofeifa
#10 Jefferson Brenes
#27 Rachid Enrique Chirino Serrano
#43 Matias Cordero
#38 Kenneth Gonzalez
#11 Marvin Antonio Loria Leiton
#14 Ariel Francisco Rodriguez Araya
#46 Derek Woodly
Commentary
88' Herediano — substitution: Yelstin Tejeda / Allan Cruz
84' Herediano — substitution: Jurguens Montenegro / Marcel Hernandez
84' Deportivo Saprissa — substitution: Derek Woodly / Tomas Rodriguez
84' Deportivo Saprissa — substitution: Kenneth Gonzalez / Bancy Hernandez
82' Danny Carvajal Rodriguez - Herediano receive a yellow card
76' Deportivo Saprissa — substitution: Rachid Enrique Chirino Serrano / Orlando Sinclair
76' Deportivo Saprissa — substitution: Jefferson Brenes / Alberth Barahona
75' Goal! Marcel Hernandez - Herediano
67' Deportivo Saprissa — substitution: Ariel Francisco Rodriguez Araya / Gerson Torres
65' Own goal! Kendall Jamaal Waston Manley - Herediano
46' Herediano — substitution: Ronaldo Araya / Elias Aguilar Vargas
46' Herediano — substitution: Aaron Murillo / Gabriel Sibaja
45' Gabriel Sibaja - Herediano receive a yellow card
34' Herediano — substitution: Keysher Fuller Spence / Joshua Navarro Sandi

How We Build the Herediano vs Deportivo Saprissa Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Herediano vs Deportivo Saprissa on 17 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 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 Deportivo Saprissa 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 Deportivo Saprissa'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Herediano and Deportivo Saprissa sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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