Union Espanola vs Universidad Catolica tips and predictions

Union Espanola to carve out a result

There's just 2 points between the two clubs as fifth place Union Espanola get set to host seventh place Universidad Catolica.

Get settled in for a decent contest with the home side ultimately prevailing. Many people are making noises about an away win but the pick here is for a home victory.

The hosts start the match with 5 home wins from their last 6.

The home side is certainly in some form on their own paddock. Union Espanola have scored three or more times in 4 of their recent 5 home matches while their defensive line also deserves credit. Their recent displays have meant that they have kept a clean sheet in 8 of their last 20 home games.

The visitors have lacked firepower of late. They've been goalless in 4 of their last 7 matches. Despite these stats suggesting they are struggling to find form, the visitors should not be entirely ruled out.

In their last home outing Union Espanola had a 5-3 win against Copiapo.

It's possible this is a match that will simply depend on which side starts the match more brightly. Most observers believe that both sides can get in on the act as they could be well matched. Nevertheless the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the smart play from that market. As far as the total goals line goes, it's under 1.5 goals in this match given the current odds.