Cienciano vs FBC Melgar predictions, Mar 05, 2026

Feb 27, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Copa Sudamericana, on Thursday,

Cienciano

FBC Melgar

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On March 5, 2026, Cienciano will host FBC Melgar in a crucial Copa Sudamericana matchup at their home ground. As both teams prepare for this encounter, their recent form highlights a marked disparity. Cienciano has secured only one victory in their last five matches, struggling to find consistency and form. In contrast, FBC Melgar is riding a wave of success, winning four of their last five outings, showcasing a potent attack and solid defensive organization.

Bookmakers have placed the odds at 3.06 for a home win and 2.36 for an away victory, reflecting FBC Melgar’s favorable form. The statistical model predicts a 30.8% chance of a Cienciano win, a 29% likelihood of a draw, and a 40.1% chance of FBC Melgar claiming all three points.

Cienciano will need to leverage their home advantage and rally their supporters to turn their fortunes around. Meanwhile, Melgar’s current momentum presents them as the favorites, with their tactical discipline and confidence likely to challenge the hosts. As both teams vie for crucial points, this matchup promises to be a competitive showdown, though outcomes remain uncertain.

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Cienciano
30.6%		 Draw
29.6%		 Melgar
39.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Copa Sudamericana FBC Melgar: 1.2% Cienciano: 0.6%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 2.98 3.05 2.38
MarathonBet 3.06 3.14 2.34 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 3 3 2.3
Pinnacle 3.09 3.28 2.33

Latest Results

21.02.26 Cienciano – Alianza Atlético – 1:1
13.02.26 Universitario de Deportes – Cienciano – 2:1
08.02.26 Cienciano – Juan Pablo II College FC – 6:1
31.01.26 FBC Melgar – Cienciano – 2:0
25.01.26 Cienciano – Bolívar La Paz – 1:1		 21.02.26 FC Cajamarca – FBC Melgar – 3:1
15.02.26 FBC Melgar – Deportivo Moquegua – 4:0
08.02.26 Sporting Cristal – FBC Melgar – 1:2
31.01.26 FBC Melgar – Cienciano – 2:0
25.01.26 FBC Melgar – Deportivo Macará – 2:1

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cienciano won 1.
  • Cienciano has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Melgar is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Cienciano won 3 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 17:35. (average 0.9:1.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cienciano won 3 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 15:15. (average 1.4:1.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    31.01.26 FBC Melgar – Cienciano – 2:0
    02.10.25 FBC Melgar – Cienciano – 2:0
    10.05.25 Cienciano – FBC Melgar – 1:2
    25.08.24 Cienciano – FBC Melgar – 3:1
    30.03.24 FBC Melgar – Cienciano – 2:0

    Standings

    Draw

    2026

    Final

    1 Nacional Asuncion Recoleta
    2 Sportivo Trinidense Olimpia Asuncion
    3 Alianza Atl. Deportivo Garcilaso
    4 Cienciano FBC Melgar
    5 Montevideo City Defensor Sp.
    6 Boston River Racing Montevideo
    7 Puerto Cabello Monagas
    8 Caracas Metropolitanos
    9 U. De Chile Palestino
    10 Cobresal A. Italiano
    11 Atl. Nacional Millonarios
    12 America De Cali Bucaramanga
    13 Independiente Guabira
    14 Blooming SA Bulo Bulo
    15 Dep. Cuenca Libertad
    16 Orense Macara

    Copa Sudamericana Outrights

    1. River Plate: 5.42 (13.91%)

    2. Atletico-MG: 6.33 (11.9%)

    3. Racing Club: 7.5 (10.05%)

    4. Sao Paulo: 7.67 (9.83%)

    5. Santos: 10.83 (6.96%)

    6. Gremio: 11.83 (6.37%)

    7. Vasco: 16 (4.71%)

    8. Atl. Nacional: 16 (4.71%)

    9. San Lorenzo: 21.83 (3.45%)

    10. Bragantino: 26 (2.9%)

    11. Olimpia: 26 (2.9%)

    12. U. De Chile: 28.5 (2.64%)

    13. America De Cali: 47.5 (1.59%)

    14. Olimpia Asuncion: 51 (1.48%)

    15. Millonarios: 60.5 (1.25%)

    16. FBC Melgar: 62.83 (1.2%)

    17. Bucaramanga: 64.67 (1.17%)

    18. Tigre: 91.17 (0.83%)

    19. Palestino: 100.33 (0.75%)

    20. Barracas Central: 108.67 (0.69%)

    21. Nacional Asuncion: 110.2 (0.68%)

    22. Deportivo Riestra: 121.17 (0.62%)

    23. Cienciano: 125.33 (0.6%)

    24. A. Italiano: 125.33 (0.6%)

    25. Montevideo City: 129.5 (0.58%)

    26. Racing Montevideo: 130.2 (0.58%)

    27. Libertad: 150.2 (0.5%)

    28. Cobresal: 150.33 (0.5%)

    29. Defensor Sp.: 167 (0.45%)

    30. Caracas: 167 (0.45%)

    31. Dep. Cuenca: 167 (0.45%)

    32. Boston River: 171.17 (0.44%)

    33. Orense: 175.33 (0.43%)

    34. Deportivo Garcilaso: 183.67 (0.41%)

    35. Independiente: 192 (0.39%)

    36. Macara: 192 (0.39%)

    37. Sportivo Trinidense: 208.67 (0.36%)

    38. Blooming: 230.2 (0.33%)

    39. San Antonio Bulo Bulo: 230.2 (0.33%)

    40. Monagas: 233.67 (0.32%)

    41. Guabira: 233.67 (0.32%)

    42. Alianza Atl.: 275.33 (0.27%)

    43. Academia Puerto Cabello: 317 (0.24%)

    44. Recoleta: 317 (0.24%)

    45. Metropolitanos: 317 (0.24%)

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