Get ready for an exciting showdown as Marathón and Olimpia clash at the Estadio Yankel Rosenthal stadium in San Pedro Sula this Thursday, March 14 at 21:00 (UTC). The two top teams of the Honduras Liga Nacional league will battle it out in perfect weather conditions - clear skies and a comfortable 70 degrees (F). Fans can anticipate a fierce competition, especially after their previous encounter on January 28 which ended in a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Don't miss this highly-anticipated match!

Marathón boasts an impressive record on home turf, triumphing in their last 5 outings and remaining undefeated. The electrifying atmosphere of Estadio Yankel Rosenthal has proven to be a scoring haven for the home team, netting an astonishing 18 goals in their last 5 matches. With a full and healthy squad, Marathón enters this game with confidence and determination. Currently sitting at 3rd place in the standings, the team has accumulated an impressive 16 points from 9 matches, winning 5, drawing 1, and suffering only 3 losses. They are led by the skilled striker I. López, who last wowed the home crowd with a stellar performance, scoring 2 goals in their thrilling 2-2 draw against Victoria. With the previous match foreshadowing a potential high-scoring showdown, fans can anticipate another exhilarating game from Marathón.

Olimpia has been in phenomenal form, securing victory in 2 out of their last 5 fixtures. Their impressive streak includes a notable goal-scoring record, with 5 goals in their previous 5 matches. In their last outing, Olimpia faced Victoria in the highly competitive Liga Nacional, concluding the game in a hard-earned 0-0 draw. The away team enters this game with a well-rested and robust squad, ready to take on the challenge. An integral part of Olimpia's success has been thanks to the remarkable goalkeeping skills of E. Menjívar, who has commendably kept 2 clean sheets in recent games. Their defensive unit has been nothing short of extraordinary, with a remarkable 10 clean sheets in 31 games across all competitions this season. It goes without saying that Olimpia will be determined to maintain their impressive record in their upcoming match.

In the past 10 games between these two powerhouses of football, the average total of goals has been a modest 2.4. Nonetheless, over the course of their intense rivalry spanning 99 matches, Marathón has emerged victorious 29 times, while Olimpia has claimed victory 47 times with 23 draws. As the next chapter of this heated battle looms, the anticipation for another exciting clash between these historic clubs can be felt in the air. Which team will add to their tally and secure bragging rights in this enthralling contest? Only time will tell. Stay tuned for another epic showdown.

As the 16th round of the Liga Nacional approaches, all eyes are on Marathón as they have a golden opportunity to surpass Motagua and claim the coveted top spot in the table. With such a thrilling prospect at hand, the talented team is sure to be fired up and ready to give their all on the field. This could very well spark a fierce drive for scoring more goals, as they push themselves to reach new heights of success. Will Marathón seize this moment and make their way to the summit? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - the anticipation for this match is palpable.