FC CAJAMARCA VS MELGAR - PERU: PRIMERA DIVISION, APERTURA MATCH PREVIEW
PERU: PRIMERA DIVISION, APERTURA MATCH DETAILS: FC CAJAMARCA VS MELGAR
As FC Cajamarca prepare to host Melgar on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 19:00, this PERU: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
FC CAJAMARCA PREVIEW IN PERU: PRIMERA DIVISION, APERTURA
FC Cajamarca, currently unknown in the standings with 2 points from 3 games, are within reach of the top with 7 points behind. They've earned 1 points from 1 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.
MELGAR PREVIEW IN PERU: PRIMERA DIVISION, APERTURA
Melgar, sitting unknown with 9 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 1 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 1 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR FC CAJAMARCA VS MELGAR
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In their previous league match against Sport Huancayo, FC Cajamarca recorded a 0-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-1-4-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Mosquera, Lagos, Almiron, Rodas, Miguez, Lavandeira, Orejuela, Betancourt, Andrade, Rodriguez, Barcos. This tactical approach balanced risk and reward, adapting dynamically to the flow of the game.
Melgar's last outing came against Moquegua, where they secured a 4-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Cabezudo, Cabanillas, Orzan, Lazo, , Guzman, Salas, Tandazo, Erustes, Vidales, Cuesta. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, FC Cajamarca are expected to maintain their unknown structure, FC Cajamarca and Melgar 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 AND PREDICTION FOR FC CAJAMARCA VS MELGAR
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: FC Cajamarca's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Melgar's games average 3 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.
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