Cienciano vs Universidad San Martin tips and predictions

Cienciano are very tough to oppose

On 29 Liga 1 point, fifth placed Cienciano host 16th placed Universidad San Martin. With 15 points the visitors are someway off their rivals.

The feeling here is that Cienciano are on a different level to Universidad San Martin and even though they are odds-on favourites, the short price still represents the value. Spoiler alert, they're probably going to win.

Cienciano will be targetting the weaknesses in this Universidad San Martin outfit. The visitors come into the match with 10 losses from their last 11 away campaigns. Their backline will be exposed here too.

The hosts are enjoying some form on their own turf. Cienciano have scored three or more goals in 5 of their recent 9 home matches.

Universidad San Martin have been tested in defence when not on their own turf. They've conceded two or more goals in all of their last 9 away matches. Their problems don't end there. Netting an average of just 0.5 goals in their last 16 away matches, creating match-winning chances is proving elusive for Universidad San Martin.

You'll know who has the edge from the previous meetings. Cienciano have won 7 of the last 10 fixtures between the two teams. This looks like an ideal time for them to add to these head-to-head statistics. They'll do it in style.

Despite the overwhelming favouritism for Cienciano it will be entertaining if Universidad San Martin can make them sweat. It doesn't offer massive value but the Yes BTTS bet is a cautious side bet for this particular game. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Under 3.5 picked as the best play considering the odds on offer.