Match Summary
Malacateco defeated Cobán Imperial 2:0. The match was played in Liga Nacional 2025. Goals were scored by K. Ramirez 51′, A. Lopez 76′. 9 yellow cards were shown. Malacateco made 5 substitutions, Cobán Imperial made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Malacateco and Cobán Imperial — 2 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Malacateco lined up in a — formation under Jose Guadalupe Cruz, while Cobán Imperial deployed a — under Sebastian Bini.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Malacateco is 6.91, compared to 6.57 for Cobán Imperial. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Malacateco's highest-rated starter is G. Vasquez (7.06), while Cobán Imperial's best-rated player is E. Soto (6.57).
Midfield Control
Malacateco field 11 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus Cobán Imperial's 11 rated 6.57. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 87% for Malacateco and 80% for Cobán Imperial. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Malacateco's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: G. Vasquez (19), oldest: M. Jimenez (35)), while Cobán Imperial average 35.0 (youngest: E. Soto (35), oldest: E. Soto (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Malacateco's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 2 for Cobán Imperial. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Malacateco have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Cobán Imperial show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Malacateco vs Cobán Imperial Head to Head Results
Malacateco and Cobán Imperial have met 3 times — Malacateco won 2, Cobán Imperial won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Malacateco leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 19 Apr 2026