Sport Huancayo vs Los Chankas Prediction & Betting Tips (12 September)

Sport Huancayo welcomes Los Chankas to Estadio Huancayo on September 12 in a Liga 1 clash that promises tension and tactical intrigue. The hosts, led by manager Richard Pellejero, have shown flashes of resilience despite a mixed run of form—two wins, two draws, and three losses in their last seven outings. Their recent 1–1 draws against Universitario and Deportivo Garcilaso suggest a team capable of holding its own against top-tier opposition, though defensive lapses remain a concern. Veteran striker Marlon de Jesús and winger Miguel Carranza will be key in breaking down Los Chankas’ backline, especially with the home crowd behind them.

Los Chankas, under the guidance of Argentine coach Jorge Vivaldo, arrive in Huancayo with a slightly better recent record, having secured three wins in their last five matches. Their attacking trio—José Manzaneda, Pablo Bueno, and Jordan Guivin—has been instrumental in their resurgence, combining experience and flair to trouble defenses across the league. However, inconsistency on the road and a tendency to concede late goals have haunted them, as seen in their 3–1 loss to Cusco and a narrow defeat to Alianza Atlético. Defensive stalwarts like Franz Schmidt and Hector Gonzalez will need to be at their sharpest to contain Huancayo’s pace on the flanks.

Both teams sit mid-table with nine points, making this fixture a pivotal one in their Clausura campaigns. Sport Huancayo’s midfield, anchored by Edu Villar and Diego Carabaño, will look to dominate possession and dictate tempo, while Los Chankas may opt for a more direct approach, exploiting transitions and set pieces. The tactical battle between Pellejero’s structured build-up and Vivaldo’s counter-attacking philosophy could define the outcome. With both sides evenly matched on paper, individual brilliance and mental fortitude may tip the scales.

Expect a tightly contested affair with moments of brilliance and defensive grit. While Los Chankas have the firepower to find the net, Sport Huancayo’s home advantage and attacking depth give them the edge. A 2–1 scoreline in favor of the hosts feels plausible—Huancayo to strike early, Los Chankas to respond, and a late winner sealing the deal. In a league where margins are razor-thin, this match could be the spark either side needs to ignite a late-season surge.