Antigua GFC vs Xelaju MC Prediction: Both Sides Looking to Strike Early and Dominate the Opposition

In the upcoming fixture of Liga Nacional de Guatemala, Clausura Final, Leg 1 of 2, Antigua GFC will be up against Xelaju MC at Estadio Pensativo in Victoria. Both sides have produced phenomenal performances throughout the league stage and have managed to stay competitive in the knockout stages of the tournament. The last time these two teams played against each other was in April this year when Club Xelaju won (1-3). Out of the last four matches played between the two, Xelaju MC has won one, and three fixtures have resulted in a draw. Read on to find out more about the upcoming matchup in Victoria.

Heading into the first leg of the Clausura Final, Antigua Guatemala will be looking to maximize their home advantage. In their last away match, Antigua defeated Comunicaciones FC (3-4), with Hernandez scoring the all-important equalizer late in extra time. With a 59% home win record this season, Antigua will be aiming to score goals and secure a victory. In home fixtures, Antigua has averaged 2.07 goals scored per game and has conceded an average of just 1.04 goals. Therefore, the home side could dominate Xelaju tomorrow. In their last three home fixtures, Antigua has scored 3 goals and conceded 4.

Moving forward in the contest, Xelaju MC will aim to remain unbeaten in upcoming matchups as well. In their previous outing against Guastatoya, Gutierrez scored the opening goal, followed by Cardona's brilliance in the 50th minute. Xelaju has secured 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches, making the odds favorable for the visitors. In 25 out of the 27 matches played in Liga Nacional, Xelaju MC has remained unbeaten. Moreover, Xelaju has won 40% of their away fixtures this season, averaging 1.08 goals scored per game and conceding an average of 0.76 goals. With the likes of Cardoza, Rodas, and Racanho in the lineup, Xelaju MC looks well-prepared for the upcoming fixture.

For the upcoming Leg 1 final, Antigua Guatemala will look to leverage their home advantage by scoring at least 2 goals. On the other hand, Club Xelaju will aim to secure a draw or even a win with a margin of 1 or 2 goals. The total goals in the match are likely to be over 2.5, with both sides expected to score.

• Double Chance - Draw or Xelaju for 1.66
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.87
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.19