Cusco vs U. de Deportes: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Cusco prepare to host Universitario on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 02:00, this PERU: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Cusco, currently unknown in the standings with 0 points from 1 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 0 goals scored.

Universitario, sitting unknown with 3 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 1 win in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Cusco and Universitario have been competitive, with Universitario claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-3). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Alianza Atletico, Cusco recorded a 0-1 defeat while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Diaz, Ampuero, Gamarra, Fuentes, Ruidias, Diez, Valenzuela, Colitto, Colman, Silva, Callejo. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Universitario's last outing came against ADT Tarma, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Romero, Inga, Fara, Corzo, Carabali, Concha, Castillo, Perez Guedes, Polo, Flores, Valera. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Cusco are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Cusco and Universitario 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 a moderate number of goals: Cusco's fixtures have averaged 1.5 goals per game, with 0 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Universitario's games average 3 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 33% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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