Saprissa vs Cartagines: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Deportivo Saprissa prepare to host CS Cartagines on August 16, 2026, with kick-off at 04:00, this COSTA RICA: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Deportivo Saprissa, currently 1st in the standings with 9 points from 3 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 6 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

CS Cartagines, sitting 3rd with 6 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 1 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 2 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Deportivo Saprissa and CS Cartagines have favored Deportivo Saprissa, with CS Cartagines claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). This fixture has generally favored Deportivo Saprissa in recent years.

In their previous league match against FC Puntarenas, Deportivo Saprissa recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

CS Cartagines's last outing came against Sporting San Jose, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Deportivo Saprissa are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Deportivo Saprissa and CS Cartagines are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Deportivo Saprissa's fixtures have averaged 3.7 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. CS Cartagines's games average 2.7 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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