Projected Lineups
Upnfm
G: C. Valladares
D: R. Bernárdez
D: A. Gómez
D: L. Medina
D: J. Figueroa
M: J. Jean-Baptiste
M: C. Róchez
M: R. Flores
M: E. Reyes
A: C. Urmeneta
A: E. Andino
Vida
G: M. Quinteros
D: J. Portillo
D: Y. Villalta
D: F. Martinez
D: F. Mejía
M: M. Canales
M: D. Palacios
M: R. Sander
M: A. Zúñiga
A: G. Tellas
A: L. Chimilio
The much-anticipated match between UPNFM and Vida will kick off this Monday, January 29 at 01:00 (UTC) at the stunning Estadio Emilio Williams Agasse stadium in Choluteca. With clear skies and a pleasant 71 degrees (F) forecasted, the stage is set for an intense showdown between these two powerhouse teams in the Honduras Liga Nacional league. History shows that UPNFM has the upper hand, having emerged victorious with a 2-1 win in their previous match on October 21, 2023. Will Vida be able to turn the tables this time? Don't miss out on the electrifying action.
The esteemed UPNFM team is on a positive streak at the prestigious Estadio Emilio Williams Agasse, with an impressive record of 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 home matches. Their prowess on the field has been reflected in their scoring stats, with a remarkable 7 goals in their last 5 games. With a current ranking of 10th in the standings, they have secured 0 points from 1 match, with a record of 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss. This year, UPNFM has faced similarly ranked opponents and emerged victorious in 1 match, drawing 0 and losing 1, notching an average of 1.0 goals and conceding 1.5 against these teams. The home team is heading into this upcoming match with a full and healthy squad, ready to dominate and claim another victory.
Vida's recent performance has been subpar, suffering defeats in three matches and only managing a draw in their last five outings. However, their opponents should not underestimate their goal-scoring abilities as they have notched a decent 7 goals in their last 5 matches. Currently sitting at 9th place in the standings, Vida has yet to secure any points from one match, with one loss under their belt. Despite this, they have shown their potential against similarly ranked teams, with 2 wins, 2 losses, and an average of 2.0 goals scored and 3.0 goals conceded. Fans can look forward to a stronger offensive force as J. Portillo, the top scorer with 3 goals in 8 away games this season, is fit and available for the upcoming match. With his presence on the field, the tally is expected to rise even higher.
In the past decade, the fierce rivalry between these two prominent clubs has witnessed a thrilling average of 3.3 goals in each match, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. Yet, when looking at their full history, UPNFM has displayed their dominance with a staggering 8 victories, while the formidable Vida has also claimed 8 wins. These statistics only add to the anticipation of their next meeting, as both teams strive to continue their legacy of excellence on the field.
As the league standings are updated, it's evident that UPNFM's current score of 0 holds the potential to catapult them to the top position, surpassing the current leader Marathon. This thrilling possibility is definitely fueling the ambition of our skilled team and may very well inspire a fierce drive to rack up more goals on the field.
Prediction
Market: Handicap
Prediction: Away +0.5
Average Odds: 2.17