Cusco vs Universitario Pronostico Prediction 8 February 2026
🔊 In this championship clash, teams from opposite ends of the standings face off. Cusco, sitting in 14th place, will host Universitario, who have confidently secured the third spot. Despite their differing positions on the table, both teams possess their own strengths and weaknesses. Cusco have shown solid form at home, avoiding defeat in 17 of their last 18 matches. Universitario, on the other hand, are known for their attacking prowess and consistency on the road. This sets the stage for an intriguing battle of tactics and playing styles.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 27 September 2025 and ended with a 3-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Universitario were the home side):
- possession percentage: 41% vs 59%;
- corners: 7 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 5.
📊 Analytical review of previous official encounters between Cusco and Universitario:
- 31 matches played;
- home team victories - 11, away team victories - 13, draws - 7;
- goals scored (home/away) - 43 to 40;
- average total goals per match - 2.68.
Head-to-head statistics Cusco - Universitario Pronostico

Cusco Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primera Division, featuring Alianza Atlético as the home side and Cusco as the visitors. The game concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
The match statistics are as follows (Cusco vs Alianza Atlético):
- possession percentage: 77% vs 23%;
- corners: 3 vs 3;
- fouls: 6 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 0 vs 3.
Cusco have been showing inconsistent form lately. However, their home performances remain solid, with only one loss in their last 18 home matches. In their most recent head-to-head with Universitario, they fell 2-3. Cusco are known for their defensive tactics and ability to maintain focus at the back. Nevertheless, they'll face a formidable attacking opponent. Holding firm will be crucial, and the fans can play a significant role in that. We can expect an intriguing clash of defense versus attack.
Match Results: Cusco

Universitario de Deportes Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Primera Division, where Universitario hosted Tarma. The match concluded with a 2-0 victory for Universitario.
Here are the game statistics (Universitario vs Tarma):
- possession percentage: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 13 vs 3;
- fouls: 19 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 5;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
Universitario are showcasing impressive form on the road. Their attacking prowess is evident, averaging 1.8 goals per game while conceding just 0.8. Universitario favor an aggressive style of play, focusing on quick counterattacks and ball possession. In their most recent head-to-head with Cusco, they secured a 3-2 victory, underscoring their ability to capitalize on opportunities even against a resilient defense.
Match Results: Universitario de Deportes
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- home team wins - 11, away team wins - 13, draws - 7.
Statistics: Cusco vs Universitario de Deportes
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 vs 1;
- win percentage: 0% vs 100%;
- losses: 1 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 8;
- losses: 3 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.39, the guests - 1.29;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.68;
- both teams scored: overall - 19; at the home team's field - 8.
- Under 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Cusco home games against Universitario de Deportes (Primera Division).
Prediction on corners
Cusco: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.9; at home field - 5.
Universitario de Deportes: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 13, away - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.9; away - 5.2.
- Universitario de Deportes have taken over 3.5 corners in last 8 away games.
- Universitario de Deportes have taken over 3.5 corners in last 7 away games (Primera Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- both teams scored all-time - 19 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Statistics: Cusco vs Universitario de Deportes
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 0 vs 0;
- number of BTTS matches for Cusco at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Universitario de Deportes away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Cusco at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Universitario de Deportes away - 3 (60%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and their stats, this match promises to be intriguing from a tactical standpoint. Cusco have shown consistency at home, losing just one of their last 18 matches on their turf. However, they will face an aggressive Universitario attack that consistently finds the net on the road. On the other hand, trends indicate that head-to-head encounters between these teams often see few goals. Based on this analysis and the recent form of both sides, betting on under 2.5 goals appears well-founded. This highlights the likely cautious approach from the hosts and a potential dip in the visitors' scoring output. A possible scoreline could be 0-1.