Primera División
Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 19:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio Luis Franzini
Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo Prediction & Stats - Primera División 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo carries real history into this round of the Primera División.
The two sides meet on 16/08 (Sunday) at Estadio Luis Franzini, 19:00 (UK time).
Read the Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 14-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Defensor Sporting the side to beat, with roughly 35% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Primera División odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Defensor Sporting Preview
Defensor Sporting reach this fixture 23 match into their Primera División. Here is where La Viola stand:
In this competition
6 won, 9 drawn, 8 lost
1.17 points per game
19 scored, at 0.83 a game
21 conceded, at 0.91 a game
La Viola, season-wide
6 won, 9 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Brian Guillermo Montenegro Benítez, 6 goals
Most assists: Lucas Agazzi Galeano, 3 assists
Recent results — Defensor Sporting
09/08/2026 14:00
03/08/2026 18:00
25/07/2026 17:00
13/07/2026 18:00
07/06/2026 17:30
Liverpool FC Montevideo: how they are travelling
Liverpool FC Montevideo come in 23 matches into their Primera División.
Here is what Liverpool FC Montevideo have produced:
In this competition
8 won, 8 drawn, 7 lost
1.39 points per game
26 scored, at 1.13 a game
23 conceded, at 1 a game
Liverpool FC Montevideo, season-wide
8 won, 9 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Federico Martínez, 7 goals
Most assists: Martín Ernesto Rabuñal Rey, 2 assists
Recent results — Liverpool FC Montevideo
08/08/2026 14:00
02/08/2026 14:00
25/07/2026 17:00
12/07/2026 11:00
08/06/2026 18:00
The head-to-head favours Liverpool FC Montevideo
Liverpool FC Montevideo have generally come out ahead of La Viola in their recent meetings.
From 28 match(es):
Liverpool FC Montevideo: 15 win(s)
Defensor Sporting: 9 win(s)
Drawn: 4
That trend is worth factoring into the Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo prediction.
Form comparison Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Defensor Sporting
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
L
D
D
|
1.17 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
L
|
1.5 |
| Away |
D
D
L
D
D
|
0.82 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 26% | 42% | 9% |
| Goals | 1.74 | 1.92 | 1.55 |
| Scored | 0.83 | 1 | 0.64 |
| Conceded | 0.91 | 0.92 | 0.91 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 50% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 33% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 35% | 25% | 45% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.72 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.53 | 1.58 |
Away Team
Liverpool FC Montevideo
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
D
L
|
1.39 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
D
|
1.18 |
| Away |
W
D
W
L
L
|
1.58 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 27% | 42% |
| Goals | 2.13 | 2.18 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.13 | 1.09 | 1.17 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1.09 | 0.92 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 36% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 55% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 36% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.46 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.09 | 1.46 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Liverpool FC Montevideo to Win the 1st Half
Liverpool FC Montevideo travels to Estadio Luis Franzini and is looking to take home all three points. Despite being the away side, they are expected to dominate the first half.
With Defensor Sporting struggling, this is the perfect chance for Liverpool FC Montevideo to take control and grab a first-half lead. That’s why our betting tip is Liverpool FC Montevideo to win the first half.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - X2
Liverpool FC Montevideo has proven to be a tough opponent for many sides, even in away games. As they head to Estadio Luis Franzini to face Defensor Sporting, our recommended bet is Liverpool FC Montevideo to win or draw in the Double Chance market.
While Liverpool FC Montevideo securing all three points wouldn’t be shocking given their recent form, taking at least a draw seems like a very realistic outcome.
Fixture information - Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo
Match: Defensor Sporting vs Liverpool FC Montevideo
Competition: Primera División
Date: Sunday, 16/08/2026
Kick-off: 19:00 (UK time)
Venue: Estadio Luis Franzini
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Stats
The statistics for El Tuerto vs Liverpool FC Montevideo that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
1.94
League: 2.37
Both Teams to Score
48%
League: 51%
Over 1.5+
61%
League: 66%
Over 2.5+
33%
League: 45%
Cards
5.69
League: 6.11
Corners
9.48
League: 8.92
Home Team
Defensor Sporting
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
L
D
D
|
1.17 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
L
|
1.5 |
| Away |
D
D
L
D
D
|
0.82 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 26% | 42% | 9% |
| Goals | 1.74 | 1.92 | 1.55 |
| Scored | 0.83 | 1 | 0.64 |
| Conceded | 0.91 | 0.92 | 0.91 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 50% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 33% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 35% | 25% | 45% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.72 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.53 | 1.58 |
Away Team
Liverpool FC Montevideo
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
D
L
|
1.39 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
D
|
1.18 |
| Away |
W
D
W
L
L
|
1.58 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 27% | 42% |
| Goals | 2.13 | 2.18 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.13 | 1.09 | 1.17 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1.09 | 0.92 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 36% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 55% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 36% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.46 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.09 | 1.46 |
Corners
9.69 / Match
+12% Corners / Match
Defensor Sporting received +12% more corners than Liverpool FC Montevideo in the Primera División
8.66 / Match
Wanderers
(8)
Cerro
(5)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(5)
Cerro Largo
(7)
Boston River
(4)
Racing
(1)
Peñarol
(2)(7)
Albion
(8)
Central Español
(8)
Defensor Sporting
(4)
Cerro
(5)
Cerro Largo
(5)
Boston River
(3)
Racing
Cards
2.65 / Match
+15% Cards / Match
Liverpool FC Montevideo received +15% more cards than Defensor Sporting in the Primera División
3.04 / Match
Wanderers
(4)
Cerro
(3)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(1)
Cerro Largo
(1)
Boston River
(4)
Racing
(1)
Peñarol
(2)(3)
Albion
(3)
Central Español
(3)
Defensor Sporting
(3)
Cerro
(1)
Cerro Largo
(6)
Boston River
(6)
Racing
Goals Scored
0.83 / Match
+36%
Liverpool FC Montevideo is +36% better in terms of goals scored
1.13 / Match
Wanderers
(0)
Cerro
(2)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(1)
Cerro Largo
(1)
Boston River
(1)
Racing
(0)
Peñarol
(0)(1)
Albion
(0)
Central Español
(2)
Defensor Sporting
(1)
Cerro
(0)
Cerro Largo
(1)
Boston River
(0)
Racing
Goals Conceded
0.91 / Match
+9%
Liverpool FC Montevideo condeded +9% more goals than Defensor Sporting
1 / Match
Wanderers
(1)
Cerro
(1)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(2)
Cerro Largo
(1)
Boston River
(1)
Racing
(0)
Peñarol
(2)(0)
Albion
(0)
Central Español
(1)
Defensor Sporting
(2)
Cerro
(0)
Cerro Largo
(0)
Boston River
(0)
Racing
Primera División Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Racing
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 2 |
Deportivo Maldonado
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 3 |
Torque
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 2 |
| 4 |
Peñarol
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| 5 |
Liverpool FC Montevideo
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| 6 |
Central Español
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Nacional
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 8 |
Defensor Sporting
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 9 |
Wanderers
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 10 |
Danubio
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -1 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 11 |
Cerro Largo
|
6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 6 | 1 |
| 12 |
Albion
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 13 |
Progreso
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 14 |
Boston River
|
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 7 | -5 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 15 |
Cerro
|
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 16 |
Juventud
|
4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 1 | 0.25 |
Odds
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