Prediction Cienciano vs Deportes Iquique Season 2025 – Betting Tips for Copa Sudamericana on May 16, 2025

Match Preview

The anticipation is palpable as Cienciano prepares to host Deportes Iquique in a pivotal Copa Sudamericana match on May 16, 2025. As the Group Stage reaches its climax, a fierce battle looms at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega in Cusco, Peru. The stakes are high, and fans are brimming with excitement for what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Current Form

Cienciano sits at the top of their group, boasting an unbeaten record in the tournament thus far. With four matches played, they have notched one victory and three draws. Their last outing saw them suffer a narrow defeat against Melgar, who triumphed 2-1. However, Cienciano has shown resilience, especially at home, where they scored a total of seven goals while conceding only five.

Conversely, Deportes Iquique finds themselves struggling at the bottom of the group with only four points from four matches, including one win, one draw, and two losses. Their recent match against Antofagasta ended in a disappointing 3-1 defeat. The away side has been disappointing defensively, with ten goals conceded, a reality they will need to address if they aim to clinch a vital away victory in Cusco.

Head-to-Head History

In their previous encounter on April 25, 2025, Cienciano and Deportes Iquique played to a 2-2 draw, highlighting the competitiveness between these clubs. Both teams exchanged goals throughout the match, and this history suggests that the upcoming clash could yield a similarly exciting dynamic.

Betting Insights

Cienciano holds the odds in their favor as they are viewed as the stronger side, with a winning probability of approximately 64.52%. Bookmakers are offering odds of 1.55 for a Cienciano victory. On the other hand, Deportes Iquique's chances are assessed at a mere 14.29%, translating to odds of 7.00 for an away win. A draw seems plausible too, sitting at odds of 3.75.

Per their performance statistics, Cienciano has found the back of the net three times at home while only allowing one goal at their stronghold. Meanwhile, Deportes Iquique has struggled defensively away from home, lacking clean sheets and conceding four goals thus far.

Betting Recommendation

Considering the match statistics and the form of both teams, a bet on Cienciano to win matches the odds much more favorably. With their strong home advantage and solid defensive record, Cienciano is likely to bolster their standing in the group with another crucial win. A tip to wager would be on a Cienciano Victory (1) at odds of 1.55. Get ready for an exhilarating clash—may the best team prevail!