Deportes Limache vs Audax Italiano
On August 12, Deportes Limache will host Audax Italiano in a crucial 19th-round fixture of the Chilean Championship. Can the home side finally halt their extended run of poor results, or will the visitors deepen their current woes? Our detailed forecast provides the answer.
Team Analysis
Deportes Limache
ChileBefore the season began, Deportes Limache were widely considered strong candidates for relegation from the top flight, and they are currently engaged in the expected fierce battle for survival. Under the guidance of coach Víctor Rivero, the team presently occupies 14th place in the standings with 14 points, just one point clear of the relegation zone. Following a 1-2 defeat to Coquimbo in their last outing, Limache has now suffered two consecutive losses and a total of ten defeats this season.
Audax Italiano
ChileAt the start of the season, Audax Italiano were viewed as strong contenders for a top-seven finish and a spot in a continental competition, given the quality of their squad. Currently, Juan José Ribera’s team sits in fourth place in the table with 34 points. They have an opportunity to climb into a Copa Libertadores qualification spot today, as third-placed Palestino holds only a one-point advantage over them.
Prediction and Betting Tips
Deportes Limache is fiercely battling to avoid relegation, and in this precarious situation, home matches hold immense importance. All three of their victories and 10 of their 14 points this season have been secured on home turf. Therefore, they will undoubtedly take risks and play openly in an attempt to snatch crucial points. Audax Italiano, on the other hand, has only managed to keep a clean sheet in one of their last five away games. Nevertheless, the visitors will clearly be aiming for all three points and are more than capable of finding the net themselves.
Considering the circumstances, we anticipate goals from both sides in this fixture. Our prediction is Both Teams to Score. This bet is available at odds of 1.85.
Mark Thompson 
