A close contest is anticipated in Cusco
Cienciano Cusco sit 10th in the Liga 1 – Apertura 2025 standings with 17 points from 13 games, while Alianza Atletico come into this one high in fourth with 25 points from the same amount of fixtures. The Cienciano Cusco vs Alianza Atletico prediction on Sunday could have massive implications for both teams’ positions in the top half of the table.
Carlos Desio took the reins at Cienciano back in mid-April 2025 and he has attempted to stamp his authority on the team with his proactive approach to the game. Desio’s side will look to control possession and dictate the pace of the game through their structured build-up and slick passing.
This Cienciano Cusco vs Alianza Atletico preview examines how they tore through opponents in a 6-1 home win against UTC de Cajamarca a fortnight ago, but could only manage a 1-1 draw away to Atletico Mineiro 13 days ago, a result which is a fair reflection of their form across the last five (W2, D2, L1).
Atletico to maintain their winning momentum
Gaspar Gentile has found his goal touch in recent weeks, scoring four times in Cienciano’s last five games and giving their attack a clinical edge.
Carlos Garcés continues to lead the line with five goals in just nine Liga 1 – Apertura 2025 appearances.
Gerardo Ameli’s side have been solid as a rock on the road in the Liga 1 – Apertura 2025 season, winning three, drawing one and losing three of their seven away games, conceding just six goals in the process.
Ameli’s game plan is simple, stay compact, soak up pressure and hit the visitors with razor-sharp counters when the time is right, which is why Alianza are one of the toughest teams to break down in the division.
Looking at the latest Cienciano Cusco vs Alianza Atletico odds, Alianza are the narrow favourites at 2.38, while Cienciano are 2.75 and the draw is 3.40.
We think Alianza will edge this contest after their five-game win streak, but Cienciano are a fortress in head-to-heads, and their home advantage could make this a close game according to our Cienciano Cusco vs Alianza Atletico prediction.
Alianza have won their last two away games 2-1 against Los Chankas, and the under 2.5 goals market looks an appealing alternative bet given the contrast in styles between the teams and the solid nature of Alianza’s defense.
For the best Cienciano Cusco vs Alianza Atletico betting tips, keep an eye on the defensive strength of both teams and recent goal-scoring form from key players.
