Academia Balompie de Boliviano — Always Ready : Match Preview and Prediction for August 28,2025

Current Form and League Standing

Academia Balompie de Boliviano, often referred to as ABB, approaches this fixture in a dire state. A quick glance at the league table reveals their precarious position: 14th place with a mere 18 points, dangerously close to the relegation zone. Their recent performances underscore the depth of this crisis, with a five-match losing streak only marginally alleviated by a single victory and a draw over the past two months.

First Half Vulnerabilities at Home

Their first-half displays, particularly on home turf, are a significant cause for concern. Recent results paint a grim picture: a crushing 0-4 defeat to San Antonio, having conceded two goals before the break, and a 1-2 loss to Independiente Petrolero where they were already trailing 0-2 by the 45th minute. This isn’t an isolated pattern; statistical analysis confirms this trend, with Academia heading into halftime behind in 6 out of their last 10 home matches.

Deceptive Last Match Performance

Even their last outing against Real Tomayapo, where ABB surprisingly held a 1-0 lead at halftime, reveals a different story upon closer inspection. Their opponents comprehensively outclassed them in expected goals (xG) with a dominant 1.14 to 0.24. Academia players failed to register a single shot on target, while allowing their adversaries three attempts. Essentially, their solitary goal was an anomaly rather than a testament to effective gameplay.

Always Ready: A Different Caliber of Opponent

Always Ready operates on an entirely different level. Currently sitting second in the league, they are locked in a fierce battle for the top spot with The Strongest. Their squad boasts several players who regularly receive call-ups to the Bolivian national team, a clear indicator of their superior individual quality. The inclusion of names like Héctor Cuéllar and Darío Torrico in the national squad selection speaks volumes about their talent.

Dominant First-Half Performances

This team is accustomed to taking control of matches right from the kickoff. In 4 of their last 6 games, Always Ready has headed into halftime with a lead. Their recent 2-0 victory against Oriente Petrolero serves as a prime example of their assertive style. In the first half alone, they unleashed 12 shots, with 7 on target, scoring a goal in the 45th minute and utterly dominating the field.

Relentless Early Assaults

This early attacking prowess is their hallmark. Consider their recent crushing victories: a 6-0 demolition of Real Tomayapo (leading 3-0 by halftime), and a 5-0 triumph over Independiente (also 3-0 at the break). Always Ready does not procrastinate; they immediately unleash their full offensive might upon their opponents.