Predictions for the Primera División game CA Cerro vs. Central Español
CA Cerro - Central Español betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
CA Cerro host Central Español at the Luis Tróccoli on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 in Primera División Matchday 13. Cerro enter the fixture in eighth place with 18 points, while Central are 16th on five points. The home side are favoured to take the points, and a low-scoring away performance is another possibility.
Our betting tips for Cerro against Central
- Betting tip: CA Cerro to win (Tip 1) — odds 2.35. Cerro’s overall record and league position give them a clear advantage over a Central side that has taken just five points from 12 matches. The hosts have not been dominant at the Luis Tróccoli, with two wins, one draw and two defeats from five home games, so this is not a risk-free selection. Still, Central’s run of five consecutive losses and their winless away record make a home victory the most persuasive 1/X/2 option in today’s football prediction.
- Both teams to score: No — odds 1.80. Central have scored only six goals in the league and have failed to win any of their five away matches, while Cerro have conceded 17 across the campaign. That defensive record means a clean sheet should not be treated as certain, but Central’s limited attacking output and current losing streak support the case for at least one side to finish without scoring. This is our second sports betting tip for the fixture.
These football bets today reflect the contrast between Cerro’s stronger league campaign and Central’s difficult form. The home win is the primary pick, with “Both teams to score: No” offering a separate angle on Central’s scoring struggles.
Comparing the best available odds
The listed prices make Cerro the market favourite, with Mozzart offering 2.35 for a home win. The draw is available at 3.10 with Mozzart, while Melbet’s 3.22 for a Central Español victory reflects the visitors’ status as underdogs. For the goals market, Bet365 lists “Yes” at 2.00, and Paripesa offers “No” at 1.80. Odds can change, so it is sensible to compare prices and check the terms before placing a bet. Our experience reviewing bookmakers and their markets is useful when assessing value; readers can also explore our best betting sites page for further options. The home win remains our preferred selection, while the no-goal-for-both-teams pick is supported by Central’s modest scoring record.
CA Cerro performance check
CA Cerro have collected 18 points from 12 matches, putting them eighth in the table ahead of this round. Their record stands at five wins, three draws and four defeats, with 14 goals scored and 17 conceded. Those figures point to a side that has been competitive overall but has not always been secure defensively. At home, the numbers are more mixed: two wins, one draw and two defeats from five outings at the Luis Tróccoli. That record gives Central a reason to believe they can make the match uncomfortable, even if Cerro still have the stronger profile.
Cerro’s form across their last five matches in all competitions is one win, two draws and two defeats. Their latest outing ended in a 1–3 away loss to Montevideo City Torque, a result that will give coach Alejandro Cappuccio defensive issues to address. Cerro did score in that match, but conceding three underlines why the hosts should not assume the game will be straightforward. Their overall points tally and better recent record compared with Central nevertheless make them the more convincing side on paper.
Central Español’s current situation
Central Español arrive in a difficult position. They are 16th with five points, having won once, drawn twice and lost nine of their 12 league matches. Their goal difference is also a concern: six scored and 21 conceded. The visitors have struggled to create enough attacking threat while allowing opponents to find the net regularly, a combination that has left them with little margin for error.
Their away record is particularly worrying for this trip. Central have yet to win on the road, taking one draw and suffering four defeats in five away matches. They have also lost each of their last five games in all competitions, with no draws or wins during that sequence. The latest was a 1–3 home defeat to Albion, matching the scoreline of Cerro’s most recent loss. Coach Antonio Pacheco will need his team to be more disciplined and find a way to make their limited chances count if they are to end that run. The six league goals scored so far suggest that an improvement in attack is just as important as tightening up at the back.
The last direct duels
The recent head-to-head record favours Cerro, who have won three of the last five meetings across all competitions. One match ended in a draw, while Central Español claimed one victory. The most recent encounter was a 1–0 home win for CA Cerro, and the last meeting in the Primera División also finished 1–0 to Cerro. Those results point to a matchup in which the home side have had the upper hand, although the narrow scoreline of the latest fixture warns against expecting an easy win or a goal-heavy contest.
Past meetings are only one part of the assessment, and the teams’ present circumstances matter too. Cerro’s higher league position and Central’s five-match losing streak strengthen the case for the hosts, while the previous 1–0 result is consistent with a cautious, closely fought match. Central will hope to disrupt that pattern, but their lack of away victories makes an upset difficult to justify.
Match conclusion and prediction
Cerro have the stronger season record, more points, a better recent run and the advantage of playing at home. Their own home results have been inconsistent, and the 1–3 defeat to Montevideo City Torque is a reminder that their defence can be exposed. Even so, Central’s nine league losses, six goals scored and five consecutive defeats make the visitors the less dependable side. Their away record—no wins from five—adds further weight to the home selection.
Our main prediction is a CA Cerro victory at the offered 2.35 price. The most likely route may be a controlled performance rather than a high-scoring shootout, with Central’s limited attack supporting the “Both teams to score: No” option at 1.80. Neither pick is guaranteed, but the balance of form, standings and head-to-head history points toward the hosts taking all three points.
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Performance
CA Cerro performance of the last 5 home matches
Central Español performance of the last 5 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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Liverpool
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27 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 8 | 12 |
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2
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Montevideo City Torque
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25 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 24 | 13 | 11 |
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3
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Nacional
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23 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 17 | 12 | 5 |
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4
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Peñarol
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22 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
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5
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Deportivo Maldonado
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21 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
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6
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Progreso
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19 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
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7
|
Juventud de Las Piedras
|
18 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
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8
|
CA Cerro
|
18 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 17 | -3 |
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9
|
Racing
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16 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 2 |
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10
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Boston River
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15 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 15 | -1 |
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11
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Montevideo Wanderers
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15 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 18 | -5 |
|
12
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Albion
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12 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 20 | -5 |
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13
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Danubio
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10 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 13 | -7 |
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14
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Cerro Largo
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9 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 14 | -5 |
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15
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Defensor Sporting
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9 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 23 | -9 |
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16
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Central Español
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5 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 21 | -15 |
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