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

As Sport Boys prepare to host Universitario on May 12, 2026, with kick-off at 03:30, this PERU: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Sport Boys, currently unknown in the standings with 12 points from 13 games, trail the leaders by 20 points. They've earned 9 points from 6 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Universitario, sitting unknown with 24 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 6 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Sport Boys and Universitario have favored Universitario, with Universitario claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against FC Cajamarca, Sport Boys recorded a 2-3 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Melian, Llontop, Riojas, Zambrano, Saba, Alarcon, Trauco, Mora, Urruti, Nequecaur, Liza. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Universitario's last outing came against Juan Pablo, where they secured a 4-1 victory using a 3-5-2 system. Their starting XI featured Romero, Di Benedetto, Santamaria, Fara, Carabali, Silveira, Murrugarra, Fertoli, Polo, Valera, Flores. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Looking ahead, Sport Boys are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Sport Boys 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: Sport Boys's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Universitario's games average 2.7 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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