Malacateco vs Deportivo Achuapa: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Malacateco prepare to host Achuapa on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 23:00, this GUATEMALA: Liga Nacional, Clausura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Malacateco, currently 6th in the standings with 10 points from 7 games, are within reach of the top with 4 points behind. They've earned 9 points from 4 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Achuapa, sitting 2nd with 13 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 4 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw 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 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Malacateco and Achuapa have favored Malacateco, with Achuapa claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). In head-to-head clashes of late, Malacateco have consistently come out on top.

In their previous league match against Xelaju, Malacateco recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Achuapa's last outing came against Guastatoya, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Malacateco are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Malacateco and Achuapa 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 few goals: Malacateco's fixtures have averaged 2 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Achuapa's games average 2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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