Sport Boys (home)
- Sport Boys have had a tough start to the season and currently sit 15th in the Liga 1 2025 standings after 12 games.
- They have 12 points after a run of 2 wins and 3 draws in their last 5.
- Juan Carlos Cabanillas has brought a pragmatic, results-focused approach since taking over in late August 2025, and the home team are currently unbeaten in 5 matches, which will be a key consideration for our Sport Boys vs FBC Melgar Arequipa prediction.
- They have not lost in any of their last 3 home games (W1, D2).
FBC Melgar Arequipa (away)
- FBC Melgar Arequipa sit 3rd in Liga 1 2025 with 21 points from 14 games and are unbeaten in their last 5 (W3, D2).
- Juan Reynoso has installed tactical flexibility and a high-tempo pressing game since August 2025.
- Melgar have an impressive away record this season (W1, D5, L1) and average 0.86 goals scored and conceded on the road.
- Sport Boys have a solid home record this term (W2, D1, L3), conceding an average of 1.00 goals at home.
Head-to-Head
FBC Melgar Arequipa have won all of their last 5 games against Sport Boys in the Liga 1 2025 .
Key Players
- Jhonny Vidales - 6 goals in 11 Liga 1 2025 appearances, Melgar's top scorer and main goal threat.
- Cristian Carbajal - 3 assists in 12 league games for Sport Boys.
Betting Insights
- Melgar are favorites at 2.15, while Sport Boys are 3.34.
- Under 2.5 goals is priced at 1.7.
- The Sport Boys vs FBC Melgar Arequipa betting tips suggest focusing on Melgar's form and head-to-head dominance, making the odds look attractive.
Prediction
- Expect Melgar to nick a win given their recent dominance.
- Anticipate a low-scoring game, making Under 2.5 a sensible market.
- Sport Boys' resilience at home should keep the scoreline close.
