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Tarma hosts Cusco in an Apertura clash that puts mid-table hopes against continental ambitions. Both teams have shown recent volatility, but Tarma’s home form provides a compelling subplot: their attacking surges at home have been sharper, while Cusco’s struggles on the road remain a talking point. The midfield duel will be central—watch for Tarma’s Jordan Guivin, whose late surges into the box have rescued crucial points, and Cusco’s Ivan Colman, the orchestrator capable of breaking up play and setting tempo. The goalkeeper matchup also adds intrigue: Andy Vidal’s distribution for Cusco often triggers counters, while Tarma’s Juan Valencia commands his area with authority. Hot stat: Tarma has scored at least once in every home match this month, while Cusco has failed to score in three of their last five away games. These contrasting attacking records set the tone for a tense, possibly physical encounter.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Liga 1 2026 Apertura, Peru |
| 🏟 Venue: | Brann Stadion, Bergen |
| 🗓️ Date: | 30.05.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 18:00 CEST |
Tarma vs Cusco prediction
We predict a narrow home win for Tarma. The best value is on the Tarma moneyline. This pick rests on Tarma’s notable home resilience and offensive efficiency, highlighted by a 60% win rate in the last month and multiple scoring options—especially Guivin and Bauman. Cusco’s away form—one win in eight recent matches—signals a vulnerability, despite their defensive structure and occasional threat from Tévez up front. Both teams average high foul and card counts: Tarma’s 46 fouls and 13 yellows in five matches point to aggression, while Cusco’s 49 fouls and 16 yellows suggest similar disruption. Expect midfield congestion, frequent stoppages, and a game less likely to run free-flowing. Ball retention leans to Cusco, with higher passing stats, but Tarma’s directness in attack creates more high-value chances. In this context, a low-scoring, closely contested match with Tarma edging ahead looks most probable.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Under 2.5 goals |
| ⚽Total Goals: | 2 or fewer |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Tarma’s recent form has been defined by tight contests and effective finishing. Their last match ended in a 1-2 loss to Sporting Cristal, but the margin was slim and the performance competitive. Before that, convincing wins against Comerciantes Unidos and Atletico Grau showcased attacking depth and defensive organization. Guivin’s late runs and Bauman’s physical presence up front are assets. Defensive discipline sometimes wavers, as seen by the yellow card count and a red for Jhair Soto, but overall structure holds up at home.
Cusco arrives on the back of a heavy 0-3 defeat to Flamengo RJ, highlighting issues when defending against pace and pressing. Their sole recent win, a 1-0 over Atletico Grau, came through clinical finishing but was an outlier in an otherwise winless streak. The 2-3 home loss to Independiente Medellin exposed gaps when pushed wide and during transition. Colman’s control in midfield and Tévez’s movement give them hope, but away from home, defensive lapses and lack of bite in the final third persist.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Tarma | Cusco |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 6 | 3 |
| Total shots | 44 | 58 |
| Free kicks | 6 | 11 |
| Corner kicks | 4 | 23 |
| Total fouls | 46 | 49 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 80 | 84 |
| Interceptions | 33 | 36 |
| Offsides | 6 | 11 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Tarma vs Cusco stats page for more info.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Tarma the favourite
- Moneyline Tarma 2.15 | Cusco 3.30
- Draw 3.21
- Over/Under Over 2.5 2.16 | Under 2.5 1.65
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 1.97 | No 1.74
The odds mark Tarma as a clear home favourite, with their recent win rate and head-to-head advantage reflected in the lines. Draw odds suggest the bookies expect a close affair, but with Tarma’s attacking edge, our team sees value on the home side. Under 2.5 goals stands out given the teams’ recent scoring trends and defensive approaches. Both teams have struggled for attacking fluency, particularly Cusco away from home, making “No” on BTTS the logical punt.
Cusco. Source: Official Facebook
Possible Starting Lineups
Tarma possible starting eleven
- GK: Juan Valencia
- DF: Jhair Soto, John Narváez, Carlos Cabello, Ronny Biojó
- MF: Victor Cedron, Joao Rojas, Jordan Guivin, Angel Ojeda
- FW: Jonathan Bauman, Luis Benites
This lineup prioritizes recent starters and balances experience at the back with Guivin’s box-to-box play and Bauman’s target presence. The likely 4-2-3-1 shape suits their transition style, with Cedron and Rojas supporting attacks. Watch for Guivin to influence both ends, and Bauman to challenge the Cusco center-backs physically.
Cusco possible starting eleven
- GK: Andy Vidal
- DF: José Zevallos, Alvaro Ampuero, Carlos Gamarra, Gu Choi Guevara, Lucas Colitto
- MF: Oswaldo Valenzuela, Ivan Colman, Marlon Ruidías, Aldair Fuentes
- FW: Juan Manuel Tévez
Cusco’s probable 5-4-1 setup reflects their recent conservatism on the road. Vidal anchors the defense, with Zevallos and Guevara as the reliable stoppers. Colman controls midfield tempo; Tévez is the lone threat up front, supported by Valenzuela’s runs. The emphasis will be on defensive solidity and occasional counterpunches—watch Tévez for moments of individual skill.
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Tarma. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
We predict Tarma edges out Cusco in a match dominated by physicality and set pieces. Tarma’s home form, sharper finishing, and key contributors like Guivin will outweigh Cusco’s defensive setup. Expect limited scoring chances, but Tarma’s intent and direct approach give them the edge. Cusco’s recent travel form, discipline issues, and lack of cutting edge up front work against them. Our best pick: Tarma win, under 2.5 goals, and “No” on both teams to score.
