Cusco FC and Universitario de Deportes played to a 1-1 draw on February 7, 2026, at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega in Cusco. The match was part of the Liga 1 Apertura tournament and ended in a controversial finish after a late penalty was awarded to the home side.
Match Highlights
- First Half:Â The game remained goalless through the first 45 minutes, with both teams struggling to break the deadlock in the high altitude of Cusco.
- Second Half Breakthrough: Alex Valera opened the scoring for Universitario in the 58th minute, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead.
- Late Drama: In the final moments of the game, a controversial foul in the penalty area was reviewed by VAR. This resulted in a penalty for Cusco FC.
- Equalizer: Facundo Callejo successfully converted the penalty in the 90th minute to secure a point for Cusco FC
Match Statistics
| Statistic | Cusco FC | Universitario |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 1 | 1 |
| Scorers | F. Callejo (90′ P) | A. Valera (58′) |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Venue | Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega | – |
Post-Match Impact
- Universitario: Remained in 2nd place in the Liga 1 standings with 4 points after two matches.
- Cusco FC: Moved to 13th place with 1 point.
- Controversy: Universitario coach Javier Rabanal and goalkeeper Diego Romero expressed significant frustration in post-match press conferences regarding the late penalty decision that cost them the victory.Â
Betting Review
The 1-1 draw between Cusco FC and Universitario on February 7, 2026, was a favorable result for those backing the underdog home side and low-scoring markets. Cusco FC entered the match as a slight underdog, with a late 90th-minute penalty by Facundo Callejo securing both the draw and a “win” for bettors on Cusco’s Asian Handicap lines.
Betting Market Results
The match outcome hit several pre-game “value” predictions, particularly for those favoring Cusco’s home resilience at altitude.
| Betting Market | Pre-Game Odds (Approx.) | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result (1X2) | Cusco (+140) / Draw (+210) / Uni (+200) | 1-1 Draw | Winner: Draw |
| Asian Handicap | Cusco +0.25 (-164) | 1-1 | Winner (Half-Win) |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Under 2.5 (-154) | 2 Total Goals | Winner: Under |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes (-127) | Yes | Winner |
Key Betting Insights
- The Late Equalizer:Â Universitario (backed by many at +200) held the lead from the 58th minute until the very end, making the late penalty a “bad beat” for visitors’ moneyline bettors.
- Under 2.5 Goals Trend: Betting on Under 2.5 goals was the most favored outcome by analysts due to Cusco’s defensive record at home; this was successfully covered.
- Asian Handicap Success: Cusco FC continued their strong betting form at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, having now covered the +0.25 handicap in 6 consecutive home matches.
- Anytime Scorer: Facundo Callejo (Cusco) was a popular pick for anytime goalscorer at 6/1 odds, which paid out in the final minute