Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Perez Zeledon

L L W L W

6th place in Apertura

1-1

18/01/2026 17:00

Alajuelense

W W D W W

1st place in Apertura

Costa Rica Primera Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 17:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense preview before placing your bet.

Perez Zeledon are currently 6th with 23 points after 18 matches.
Alajuelense sit 1st with 40 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Alajuelense to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Alajuelense, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Perez Zeledon have one win, 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

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Weather

17:00

2026-01-18

Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense - Prediction & Odds

Perez Zeledon

Alajuelense

2026-01-18 17:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

Apertura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Alajuelense	40	18	12	4	2	29	10	19
02 Deportivo Saprissa	34	18	10	4	4	32	20	12
03 Cartagines Deportiva SA	28	18	7	7	4	19	12	7
04 Municipal Liberia	27	18	7	6	5	20	21	-1
05 Herediano	26	18	7	5	6	22	22	0
06 Perez Zeledon	23	18	6	5	7	25	28	-3
07 Puntarenas	21	18	4	9	5	22	21	1
08 Sporting San Jose	16	18	3	7	8	15	19	-4
09 Guadalupe FC	13	18	2	7	9	17	32	-15
10 AD San Carlos	13	18	3	4	11	15	31	-16

Clausura	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Herediano	38	18	12	2	4	26	10	16
02 Deportivo Saprissa	34	18	10	4	4	34	19	15
03 Municipal Liberia	33	18	10	3	5	24	18	6
04 Cartagines Deportiva SA	32	18	10	2	6	26	20	6
05 Alajuelense	26	18	7	5	6	28	20	8
06 Sporting San Jose	22	18	6	4	8	16	21	-5
07 AD San Carlos	21	18	6	3	9	21	25	-4
08 Puntarenas	16	18	4	4	10	22	29	-7
09 Perez Zeledon	14	18	2	8	8	19	30	-11
10 Guadalupe FC	14	18	3	5	10	13	37	-24

Head To Head

26/10/2025 19:00

Alajuelense

3 - 2

Perez Zeledon

CRC D1

06/09/2025 22:00

Perez Zeledon

2 - 1

Alajuelense

CRC D1

31/03/2025 22:00

Perez Zeledon

1 - 2

Alajuelense

CRC D1

26/01/2025 20:00

Alajuelense

0 - 0

Perez Zeledon

CRC D1

29/09/2024 19:00

Perez Zeledon

2 - 2

Alajuelense

CRC D1

10/08/2024 22:00

Alajuelense

2 - 1

Perez Zeledon

CRC D1

Perez Zeledon

17%

Draw

33%

Alajuelense

50%

Perez Zeledon Last 6 matches

07/12/2025 18:00

Perez Zeledon 1 - 3 Herediano CRC D1

29/11/2025 19:00

Guadalupe FC 2 - 3 Perez Zeledon CRC D1

24/11/2025 22:00

Perez Zeledon 1 - 3 Cartagines Deportiva SA CRC D1

01/11/2025 20:00

Puntarenas 1 - 2 Perez Zeledon CRC D1

26/10/2025 19:00

Alajuelense 3 - 2 Perez Zeledon CRC D1

18/10/2025 21:00

Perez Zeledon 1 - 3 AD San Carlos CRC D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Alajuelense

20/12/2025 21:00

Alajuelense 3 - 1 Deportivo Saprissa CRC D1

17/12/2025 22:00

Deportivo Saprissa 2 - 2 Alajuelense CRC D1

13/12/2025 22:00

Alajuelense 3 - 0 Municipal Liberia CRC D1

10/12/2025 22:00

Municipal Liberia 1 - 1 Alajuelense CRC D1

06/12/2025 22:00

AD San Carlos 0 - 2 Alajuelense CRC D1

03/12/2025 22:00

Xelaju MC 1 - 1 Alajuelense CNCF CACup

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

Goals

Scored

142

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

222

Avg. per game

0.87

Scored

253

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

142

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 255 matches

YesNo

115 (45%)140 (55%)

In last 255 matches

NoYes

173 (58%)127 (42%)

Perez Zeledon

Recent matches

Alajuelense

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Perez Zeledon

Alajuelense

Shots

Perez Zeledon

Total shots

9.73 avg / game

Blocked

8 total

Avg. 4.00

Alajuelense

Total shots

12.09 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 2.88

Perez Zeledon Pass Alajuelense

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

8147

Avg. 407 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Perez Zeledon

255

Played games

Alajuelense

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

121

0.40

4.01

1023

Corners

1593

5.31

0.11

Throw-ins

318

1.06

0.80

204

Offsides

348

1.16

1.36

347

GK saves

421

1.40

Perez Zeledon

DISCIPLINARY

Alajuelense

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.18

557

563

1.88

0.17

0.11

6.58

1677

Fouls

2205

7.35

0.00

Tackles

289

0.96

NEXT MATCHES

08/03

Perez Zeledon

Cartagines Deportiva SA

International San Carlos

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense on 18 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 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.

Perez Zeledon vs Alajuelense Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Perez Zeledon'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 Perez Zeledon and Alajuelense sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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