CD Motagua and CD Marathon meet on Monday, Nov 2 at 12:15 AM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Liga Nacional – Apertura. CD Motagua hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

CD Motagua come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). CD Marathon travel in mixed form (2W 2D 1L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Despite playing at home, CD Motagua face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. CD Marathon have won 4 of 10 encounters, with 6 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives CD Motagua a slight edge, but CD Marathon are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.