Primera División· Season 2025
Match Summary
Deportivo Saprissa defeated Municipal Liberia 2:0. The match was played in Primera División 2025. Goals were scored by J. Brenes 45′, A. Rodriguez 90′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Deportivo Saprissa made 5 substitutions, Municipal Liberia made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Deportivo Saprissa and Municipal Liberia — 2 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Deportivo Saprissa lined up in a — formation under Hernan Medford, while Municipal Liberia deployed a — under Jose Cardozo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportivo Saprissa is 6.77, compared to — for Municipal Liberia. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Deportivo Saprissa's highest-rated starter is K. Waston (6.90), while Municipal Liberia's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Deportivo Saprissa field 11 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Municipal Liberia's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 95% for Deportivo Saprissa and —% for Municipal Liberia. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Deportivo Saprissa's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Municipal Liberia. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Deportivo Saprissa's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: A. Madriz (21), oldest: K. Waston (37)), while Municipal Liberia average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Deportivo Saprissa's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Municipal Liberia. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Rivalry since 2016
Deportivo Saprissa vs Municipal Liberia Head to Head Results· 23
Deportivo Saprissa and Municipal Liberia have met 23 times — Deportivo Saprissa won 15, Municipal Liberia won 1, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Deportivo Saprissa leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 74 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.22 per match (53 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 16 matches (70%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (65%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Deportivo Saprissa have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Municipal Liberia show 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Deportivo Saprissa or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Deportivo Saprissa
1.44
Betano
Draw
4.75
Unibet
Municipal Liberia
7.50
Unibet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026