As CS Herediano and CS Cartagines prepare for their Costa Rica Primera División encounter on 10.05.2026, the excitement is palpable. Both teams have their strengths well-matched, creating an unpredictable game atmosphere. We’ve broken down the key aspects of both CS Herediano and CS Cartagines, offering a comprehensive prediction that highlights what to expect from this match. Take a look at our insights and consider them as you plan your bets for this exciting game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Deportivo Saprissa | 18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 32/20 | 34 |
| 3 | CS Cartagines | 18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 19/12 | 28 |
| 4 | Municipal Liberia | 18 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 20/21 | 27 |
| 5 | CS Herediano | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 22/22 | 26 |
| 6 | Perez Zeledon | 18 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 25/28 | 23 |
Key Player Statistics: CS Herediano vs CS Cartagines
CS Herediano vs CS Cartagines Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 03.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 11.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | CS Cartagines | 15.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | CS Cartagines | 26.10.2025 | 2-1 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 11.09.2025 | 2-0 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | CS Cartagines | 06.04.2025 | 1-1 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 16.02.2025 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | CS Cartagines | 06.10.2024 | 0-2 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 18.08.2024 | 3-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | CS Cartagines | 19.04.2024 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 03.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | Sporting San Jose | 26.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Primera División | Perez Zeledon | CS Herediano | 23.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | San Carlos | 19.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 11.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primera División | Puntarenas FC | CS Herediano | 06.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | LD Alajuelense | 22.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Primera División | CS Herediano | Municipal Liberia | 15.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primera División | Deportivo Saprissa | CS Herediano | 09.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Primera División | Guadalupe FC | CS Herediano | 05.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONCACAF Champions League | Vancouver Whitecaps | CS Cartagines | 26.02.2026 | 2-0 |
| CONCACAF Champions League | CS Cartagines | Vancouver Whitecaps | 19.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 03.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| Primera División | Guadalupe FC | CS Cartagines | 27.04.2026 | 0-5 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | San Carlos | 22.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Primera División | Municipal Liberia | CS Cartagines | 18.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | CS Herediano | 11.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Primera División | Sporting San Jose | CS Cartagines | 03.04.2026 | 2-3 |
| Primera División | Perez Zeledon | CS Cartagines | 22.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| Primera División | CS Cartagines | Deportivo Saprissa | 15.03.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: CS Herediano VS CS Cartagines
Last 20 Matches Statistics: CS Herediano vs CS Cartagines
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: CS Herediano vs CS Cartagines
htmlThere are fixtures that carry extra weight. This is one of them. CS Herediano host CS Cartagines in what could be a defining moment in Costa Rica's Primera División, with both clubs still very much alive in the playoff race and separated by just two points in the table.
Herediano sit fifth with 26 points from 18 games. Cartagines are third with 28. That gap looks small. But the gap in momentum feels even smaller, and that's what makes this so compelling.
Here's what you need to watch for — the head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Over the last 20 meetings between these sides, Herediano have been the stronger force overall. But don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about home advantage here. Cartagines actually won at Herediano's ground back in October 2024, and they took three points there as recently as that same season. Home comfort doesn't always apply in this fixture.
That said, the more recent trend clearly favors Herediano. They've won three of the last four encounters between these clubs, including a 2-1 victory away at Cartagines in April 2026 and a 1-0 home win in February. Cartagines haven't beaten Herediano since September 2025. That's a psychological edge you simply cannot ignore.
Here's a surprising detail that casual fans will completely miss — Cartagines have been brutally inconsistent on the road recently. They lost at Municipal Liberia, at Perez Zeledon, and were hammered 5-0 away at Guadalupe. Yes, that Guadalupe result was stunning. A team sitting third in the table getting five put past them away from home is a red flag. Their defensive discipline away from their own stadium is genuinely questionable right now.
Herediano, meanwhile, have shown they can grind results out. Their recent form includes wins away at Puntarenas and Perez Zeledon. They're not pretty, but they're effective.
In terms of betting, the 1.85 on Herediano represents real value given the current form, the head-to-head dominance, and Cartagines' worrying away record. I'd also strongly consider backing both teams to score — Herediano have conceded 22 goals this season and Cartagines know how to find the net at home. Goals feel very likely here.
My bold prediction? Herediano win 2-1, with Cartagines grabbing a goal but ultimately falling short again. This rivalry has drama written all over it.
Don't miss this one. It's a battle with genuine stakes, genuine history, and genuine edge. Get involved.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Aguilar | Costa Rica | 34 | Midfielder | 177 | 79 |
| A. Cruz | Costa Rica | 30 | Midfielder | 170 | 71 |
| Y. Tejeda | Costa Rica | 34 | Midfielder | 179 | 66 |
| M. Hernández | Cuba | 36 | Attacker | 183 | 74 |
| Y. Román | Costa Rica | 29 | Defender | 178 | n/a |
| P. Rodríguez | Costa Rica | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| F. Faerrón | Costa Rica | 25 | Defender | 188 | 78 |
| S. Williams | Costa Rica | 39 | Attacker | 190 | n/a |
| G. Montes | Honduras | 29 | Defender | 194 | 87 |
| D. Carvajal | Costa Rica | 37 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 85 |
| S. Rodríguez | Mexico | 30 | Midfielder | 186 | 74 |
| A. Hernández | USA | 32 | Attacker | 180 | 79 |
| E. Juárez | Costa Rica | 27 | Midfielder | 172 | n/a |
| J. Bolaños | Costa Rica | 27 | Attacker | 175 | n/a |
| D. Araya | Costa Rica | 25 | Midfielder | 174 | 72 |
| A. Rodríguez | Costa Rica | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| H. Quirós | Costa Rica | 27 | Defender | 170 | 72 |
| J. Pérez | Nicaragua | 26 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| A. Walker | Costa Rica | 25 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 91 |
| R. Vega | Costa Rica | 24 | Attacker | 167 | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Gaete | Chile | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Márquez | Colombia | 28 | Attacker | 170 | 62 |
| K. Briceño | Costa Rica | 34 | Goalkeeper | 185 | n/a |
| J. Venegas | Costa Rica | 37 | Attacker | 183 cm | 76 kg |
| S. Zúñiga | Costa Rica | 29 | Midfielder | 177 | 68 |
| C. Núñez | Costa Rica | 28 | Attacker | 171 | 69 |
| F. Faerrón | Costa Rica | 25 | Defender | 188 | 78 |
| D. López | Costa Rica | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 76 |
| D. Mesén | Costa Rica | 27 | Defender | 180 | 71 |
| B. Alfaro | Costa Rica | 29 | Midfielder | 177 | 67 kg |
| M. Pereira | Honduras | 30 | Defender | 184 | 80 |
| D. González | Mexico | 30 | Defender | 183 | 69 |
| C. Barahona | Costa Rica | 23 | Defender | 169 | 54 kg |
| E. Fernández | Argentina | 33 | Attacker | 170 cm | n/a |
| L. Flores | Costa Rica | 32 | Midfielder | 173 | n/a |
| C. Moya | Costa Rica | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| C. Montero | Costa Rica | 20 | Midfielder | 173 | n/a |
| D. Hidalgo | Costa Rica | 22 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| R. Cordero | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| G. Castro | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a |
CS Herediano vs CS Cartagines match odds
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