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The Paraguayan team put in an incredible performance in the second leg to come back from the aggregate result and advance out of the first round. Now they will have to face a Peruvian team that wants to play in the group stage of the continental tournament. Take a look at our Nacional vs Sporting Cristal prediction to set the best bet, and read about our analysis and picks for free:
The Right Picks and Betting Tips for Nacional vs Sporting Cristal
Nacional to Win
The host has a bit of an advantage playing with the support of their home fans, in the previous round they showed that they are a different team when they play in their home stadium. We expect to see different Nacional vs Sporting Cristal line ups in the two matches.
On this occasion, the away team will try to keep a clean sheet to define the series at home, while the host must get a good result, as the second leg at 10,000 feet altitude will be more difficult.
Under 2.5 Goals
The Paraguayan team has a good average of shots on target per game, which even exceeds the amount of total shots of their next opponent. Bearing in mind that the away team will play defensively to keep a clean sheet, we may only see 1 or 2 goals.
BTTS – No
For our latest Nacional vs Sporting Cristal prediction, we will take into account that the Peruvian team barely conceded 1 goal in three games and that their goalscoring average barely exceeds 1.00 per game.
The host scored at least 1 goal in all their matches this season. We think it will be difficult for the Paraguayans to overcome Sporting Cristal’s defence, but it will be more difficult for the away team.
Nacional vs Sporting Cristal Preview: Last Challenge
Nacional
The Paraguayan team did very well to pass their first test, as after losing 2-1 in the first leg against Sport Huancayo, the team managed to turn the result around at home. This time the match in anger will be at home, so they will have to give a hard blow to close their qualification in Peru.
The team coached by Pedro Sarabia has made a great effort to fulfill its objectives in the continental tournament and to score as many points as possible in the local tournament. So far Nacional has 6 points out of 9 in the local tournament.
Sporting Cristal
The Peruvian team wants to participate in this year’s Copa Libertadores but first, they have to overcome their first big challenge against the Paraguayan team. This season Sporting Cristal played three matches, winning two and drawing one.
Yoshimar Yotun and Leandro Sosa are the only players from the Peruvian team who have put the ball in the net. Goalkeeper Renato Solis has been key to his team’s great start, averaging 4.00 saves per game.
A Quick Review of Nacional vs Sporting Cristal Odds and Stats
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Ecuador Cup 19/08/22
L
Independiente del Valle
3
El Nacional
1
Europe Friendlies 15/01/23
W
Deportes Tolima
1
Sporting Cristal
2
Peru Primera Division 06/11/22
L
FBC Melgar
2
Sporting Cristal
0
Peru Primera Division 02/11/22
L
FBC Melgar
2
Sporting Cristal
0
Peru Primera Division 30/10/22
W
Carlos Manucci
0
Sporting Cristal
4
Peru Primera Division 23/10/22
W
Alianza Atletico
0
Sporting Cristal
2
FAQs about Nacional vs Sporting Cristal
Match schedule – The matchup will take place on February 21st at 22:00
Venue – Arsenio Erico in Asuncion, Paraguay
Bookmakers odds – Home Team 4/5 (1.80) – Away Team 6/4 (2.50)
The odds in this article were correct at the time of writing. We recommend checking with the bookmaker before placing the bet.
