Nacional vs Universitario — Statistical Analysis, Historical Data & AI Match Projections
Copa Libertadores2026-05-21 · 01:00
NacionalN/AAlternative high-probability score range based on the stats. The main score above remains the primary StatsBrain AI statistical projection.
UniversitarioN/AWelcome to the iconic Estadio Gran Parque Central for this classic encounter! Nacional, steeped in Uruguayan footballing history with countless domestic titles, faces off against Universitario, a Peruvian giant boasting significant continental silverware. This is more than just a match; it's a clash of titans, resonating with decades of passionate support and intense rivalry. The atmosphere promises to be electric. Our data paints a clear picture: Universitario holds a significant advantage, projected with nearly 60% win probability. Their attacking prowess, evidenced by an expected goals capability of 1.55 to Nacional's 0.53, suggests they are the primary threat. While Nacional might see slightly more of the ball (51% possession projection), Universitario's clinical edge is the key differentiator. Expect Universitario to control the crucial moments and dictate proceedings, leading to a victory for the visitors.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rosario Central | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 9:0 | 13 | WWW |
| 2 |  Deportes Tolima | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10:8 | 13 | WWL |
| 3 |  Independiente Medellín | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 8:8 | 13 | LWD |
| 4 |  Sporting Cristal | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 8:8 | 11 | LWL |
| 5 |  Corinthians | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 10 | WWD |
| 6 |  Independiente Rivadavia | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8:3 | 10 | WWD |
| 7 |  Coquimbo Unido | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:5 | 10 | LWW |
| 8 |  Mirassol | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5:3 | 10 | WDW |
| 9 |  Universidad Católica | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:8 | 10 | WWD |
| 10 |  Barcelona Guayaquil | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5:8 | 10 | LLW |
| 11 | Carabobo | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 9 | WLW |
| 12 |  Flamengo | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7:2 | 8 | WDD |
| 13 |  Palmeiras | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6:3 | 8 | WDW |
| 14 |  Cruzeiro | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4:3 | 8 | WDD |
| 15 | Juventud | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8:8 | 8 | WDL |
| 16 |  Boca Juniors | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:4 | 7 | LLD |
| 17 |  LDU Quito | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:1 | 7 | WLD |
| 18 |  Cerro Porteño | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 7 | WDW |
| 19 |  Independiente del Valle | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:5 | 7 | WWL |
| 20 |  Platense | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:7 | 7 | WDL |
| 21 |  Estudiantes | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5:4 | 6 | WDD |
| 22 | 2 de Mayo | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4:3 | 6 | DDD |
| 23 | Deportivo Táchira | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3:3 | 6 | WLW |
| 24 | O'Higgins | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3:4 | 6 | LWL |
| 25 |  Lanús | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2:5 | 6 | WWL |
| 26 |  UCV | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6:11 | 6 | LWL |
| 27 |  Club Bolívar | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:5 | 5 | WDL |
| 28 |  Santa Fe | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:7 | 5 | LDW |
| 29 |  Fluminense | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:6 | 5 | LDW |
| 30 | Botafogo | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3:3 | 4 | WDL |
| 31 | Universitario | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:6 | 4 | LWL |
| 32 | Nacional | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:9 | 4 | WLL |
| 33 | Argentinos Juniors | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 | WL |
| 34 | Bahia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 | LW |
| 35 | The Strongest | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 | WL |
| 36 |  Always Ready | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5:6 | 3 | LWL |
| 37 | Nacional Potosí | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 3 | WL |
| 38 |  Deportivo La Guaira | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3:6 | 3 | DLD |
| 39 |  Peñarol | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3:6 | 2 | LLD |
| 40 | Guaraní | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 | DL |
| 41 | Liverpool | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 | LD |
| 42 | Alianza Lima | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 | LD |
| 43 |  Junior FC | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1:5 | 1 | LLL |
| 44 |  Cusco FC | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2:6 | 1 | LLD |
| 45 | Huachipato | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:3 | 0 | LL |
| 46 |  Libertad | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3:8 | 0 | LLL |
NacionalUniversitarioUpcoming in Copa Libertadores
League →Recent results in Copa Libertadores
League →- 20 MayIndependiente del Valle4 – 1Libertad
- 20 MayBoca Juniors1 – 1Cruzeiro
- 20 MayAlways Ready1 – 2Mirassol
- 20 MaySanta Fe2 – 1Platense
- 19 MayFluminense2 – 1Club Bolívar
- 19 MayRosario Central4 – 0UCV
- 19 MayCoquimbo Unido3 – 0Deportes Tolima
- 8 MayIndependiente Medellín0 – 0Flamengo
- 8 MayJunior FC0 – 1Cerro Porteño
- 8 MayCoquimbo Unido2 – 1Universitario
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