Cliff Notes Forecast: Bolivar vs Cienciano Showdown - August 13, 25
In the ongoing Copa Sudamericana 2025, Bolívar holds a 2-0 advantage over Cienciano following the first-leg match played on August 13, 2025, at La Paz[2]. Bolívar clinched the lead with goals from Martín Cauteruccio and Damián Batallini, putting them in a strong position heading into the return leg.
The second leg is set for August 20, 2025, at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega in Cusco, where Cienciano will attempt to overcome the two-goal deficit and stay in the competition[1][4]. The Peruvian side will rely on key players like Alejandro Hohberg, Cristian Souza, and Carlos Garcé to lead their comeback bid[1][4].
Bolívar comes into this tie after a convincing 5-0 win against Real Tomayapo domestically and progressed past Palestino with a 6-0 aggregate in the Sudamericana prior to this round[1][3][4]. On the other hand, Cienciano has been resting in the local league and qualified as group leaders, outpacing teams including Atlético Mineiro, Caracas, and Deportes Iquique[1][3][4].
Despite their recent form, Cienciano has struggled outside of Cusco, with only one away victory within 90 minutes over the past 11 months[1]. They lost 2-1 against Deportivo Garcilaso at the start of August[1]. Bolívar, meanwhile, has won five of their last six home matches, with their last win on June 22nd[1].
Regarding head-to-head statistics, the current knockout tie appears to be the most recent and significant confrontation between the two clubs in international competition, with Bolívar currently in the lead on aggregate[2]. There is no extensive historical head-to-head data available beyond this Copa Sudamericana fixture.
The return fixture will be decisive for both clubs, with Cienciano seeking a historic comeback and Bolívar aiming to maintain their advantage to advance further in the tournament[1][2][4].
| Team | Recent Form Highlights | Head-to-Head in 2025 Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 | |-----------|---------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Bolívar | 2-0 win in first leg; 5-0 domestic win vs Real Tomayapo | Leading 2-0 aggregate after first leg | | Cienciano | Rested last week; Group leader in Sudamericana | Trailing 0-2; needs a comeback in second leg |
The match, scheduled for late Wednesday night, will take place at Estadio Hernando Siles[3]. Bolívar is the market favourite for the encounter[3].
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