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Expected score: Alcantarilla 1-0 Santa Cruz
On October 4th, Alcantarilla will face off against Santa Cruz in a Tercera División RFEF - Group 13 clash. Both teams come into the match with distinct aspirations, as Alcantarilla looks to solidify its top-three position, while Santa Cruz aims to improve its standing in the early stages of the season.
Team form
Alcantarilla
Alcantarilla has exhibited strong defensive capabilities, having conceded only one goal across four matches. Their recent form includes two wins and two draws, strong enough to place them third in the table. They achieved a solid 1-0 victory over Bala Azul in their latest outing and were previously successful against Cotillas CD, winning 2-0 at home.
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz currently sits eighth in the standings with one win, two draws, and one loss after four matches. They have had a mixed record, scoring seven goals while also conceding the same number. Their recent performance includes a commendable draw against Águilas II and a two-goal effort in matches against Mazarrón FC and Olímpico Totana. However, they struggled defensively in a 3-2 loss to San Javier, echoing a need for improvement at the back.
Head-to-head
There is no relevant head-to-head data available between Alcantarilla and Santa Cruz, as they have not met in recorded matches within the factual data provided. This contest marks a fresh chapter in their respective campaigns with both eager to set a precedent.
Key factors
Defensively, Alcantarilla has looked solid thus far, with one of the best defensive records in the group, averaging just 0.25 goals conceded per game. Meanwhile, Santa Cruz's attack, while capable of scoring at least twice in two prior games, has shown inconsistency. The effectiveness of Alcantarilla’s backline will likely be a pivotal aspect in how the match unfolds, along with Santa Cruz's ability to find a rhythm in the final third.
Prediction
Given Alcantarilla's home advantage and their overall stronger form, they emerge as the favorites heading into this fixture. The predicted expectancies project an output of 1.54 goals for Alcantarilla and just 0.95 for Santa Cruz, suggesting a tighter contest anticipated between the two sides. For Santa Cruz to pull off an upset, their attack will need to harness its potential capabilities, likely able to account for a resilient defensive stand from Alcantarilla.
With Alcantarilla looking robust in their last four fixtures and their clean defensive sheets, the clear likelihood is a home win. Santa Cruz will have to improve to match Alcantarilla’s defensive tenacity, but based on current form, the odds favor Alcantarilla taking all three points at home.
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| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13 | |
| 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 | |
| 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9 | |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | |
| 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | |
| 6 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | |
| 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | |
| 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | |
| 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 | |
| 10 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | |
| 11 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | |
| 12 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | |
| 13 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | |
| 14 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | |
| 15 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | |
| 16 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | |
| 17 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |
| 18 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
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