LD Alajuelense host C.S. Cartagines on Sunday, Nov 22 at 10:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 1 point in the Primera División – Apertura, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

LD Alajuelense come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). C.S. Cartagines travel in good form (3W 0D 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. LD Alajuelense head into this on the back of a defeat, while C.S. Cartagines arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours LD Alajuelense here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against C.S. Cartagines, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in LD Alajuelense won 2–0.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives LD Alajuelense a slight edge, but C.S. Cartagines are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.