Melgar vs Juan Pablo Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 7 November 2026
🔊 Just one point separates Melgar and Juan Pablo 2 in the Clausura table, so the upcoming match promises to be a closely fought contest. The hosts are seventh with 26 points, while the visitors are just behind them on 25. The Arequipa club have home advantage, but Juan Pablo 2 have been picking up points fairly consistently of late. Interestingly, all three previous meetings between the teams ended in 1-1 draws. Now the two sides will find out who can finally end that run.
Only draws in head-to-head meetings
In their last Primera meeting on 22 May 2026, Melgar led Juan Pablo 2 at half-time, but the match ended 1-1. Melgar had more shots - 19 to 14, including more shots on target - 8 to 5.
📊 All three official meetings between Melgar and Juan Pablo 2 ended 1-1. Each time, Melgar led at half-time, and Juan Pablo 2 equalised after the break.
Head-to-head statistics Melgar - Juan Pablo
Melgar: home attack firing on all cylinders
Melgar lost 2-0 away to Sport Huancayo in their last Primera match. There were no goals before half-time. Despite winning five corners and taking 12 shots, Melgar managed just one shot on target.
Melgar are going through an inconsistent spell in the league, with four wins, four draws and two defeats in their last ten matches. They have averaged 1.5 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per game. At home, they have looked much more assured, winning nine of their 16 matches this season. Their attack regularly creates chances, although the defence also makes mistakes: opponents have scored in four of their last five home matches. So even against the less prominent Juan Pablo 2, a comfortable win will be hard to come by.
Match Results: Melgar
Juan Pablo II: six wins in ten matches
Away to Alianza Atlético, Juan Pablo 2 had more possession in their most recent Primera match - 53% - but lost 0-1. Their opponents had a 20-13 advantage in shots, and Juan Pablo 2 had a player sent off.
Juan Pablo 2 have improved markedly, recording six wins, two draws and two defeats in their last ten matches. Over that stretch, they have scored an average of 2.1 goals and conceded just 1.1. However, those impressive figures are largely down to their home performances, while things have been more difficult away from home. Juan Pablo 2 have lost nine of their 16 away league matches, with their defence regularly allowing dangerous chances. Against Melgar, they will have to make the most of their own chances to compensate for this weakness.
Match Results: Juan Pablo 2
Match Result Prediction
Juan Pablo 2 rarely allow their opponents to build a big lead. They have not lost by more than one goal in nine of their last 10 matches. However, their away results are notably worse, with nine defeats in 16 league matches. Melgar are more assured at home, but they do not always win by a wide margin, especially against opponents capable of scoring themselves. Bet: Juan Pablo 2 - Handicap +1.5 at 2.20*.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Melgar are regularly involved in home matches in which both teams score. In 4 of their last 5 home matches, they not only scored but also conceded. Juan Pablo 2 are also capable of causing problems for opposing defences, although their scoring rate drops noticeably away from home. Another argument is that all three official meetings between these clubs ended with both teams scoring. We’re backing Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.91*.
Safer Bet
Juan Pablo 2 rarely suffer truly heavy defeats, despite their poor away results. In eight of their last nine away matches, they have not lost by three or more goals. Melgar score around two goals per home game on average, but they do not always turn their advantage into a big win. Juan Pablo 2 are also capable of scoring, which would make the hosts’ task considerably harder. Our prediction: Juan Pablo 2 - Handicap +2.5 at 1.50*.
*Odds are approximate and may vary between bookmakers.
Correct Score Prediction
According to the algorithm, the three most likely correct scores are 2-0 (10.23%), 2-1 (9.89%) and 1-0 (9.22%). The most likely of these is 2-0. The other two outcomes would also mean a win for Melgar.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Melgar look like the favourites thanks to their home record, but their defence regularly allows opponents to create dangerous chances. Juan Pablo 2 have improved noticeably in terms of results and are capable of exploiting this vulnerability, despite their problems away from home. The hosts are also unlikely to go without a goal, given their opponents' weak away defence. The match could be closely contested, and the head-to-head history only strengthens expectations of a score draw. Correct score prediction: 1-1. Main bet: Both Teams to Score.
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