FBC Melgar and Deportivo Garcilaso meet on Saturday, Oct 17 at 10:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Liga 1 – Clausura. Just 2 points separate them in the standings.

FBC Melgar come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 1L). Deportivo Garcilaso, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 1L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. FBC Melgar head into this on the back of a defeat, while Deportivo Garcilaso arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 7 previous meetings, FBC Melgar lead 1–3 with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in FBC Melgar won 0–1.

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