FBC Melgar defeated CD Moquegua 4-0 on February 15, 2026, in the third round of the Liga 1 Apertura. Played at the Estadio Monumental Virgen de Chapi in Arequipa, the victory propelled Melgar to the top of the league standings.
Match Highlights
- Dominant Performance: Melgar controlled the match from the outset, recording 11 shots on goal compared to CD Moquegua’s 5.
- Clean Sheet: Melgar’s defense remained solid throughout the 90 minutes, securing a clean sheet and limiting the visitors’ clear-cut opportunities.
- Key Contributors:
- Cristian Bordacahar continued his strong start to the season, leading the team’s offensive effort.
- Bernardo Cuesta played a pivotal role, contributing both as a goalscorer and facilitator.
- Jeriel De Santis also added to the tally, marking his first goal for the club.Â
Team Statistics
| Statistic | FBC Melgar | CD Moquegua |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 4 | 0 |
| Shots on Goal | 11 | 5 |
| Clean Sheets | 1 | 0 |
| League Position | 1st | 18th |
Betting Review
FBC Melgar comfortably covered the spread and hit the over in their 4-0 victory against CD Moquegua on February 15, 2026. Entering as heavy favorites at -525 moneyline odds, Melgar’s dominant offensive performance rewarded bettors who backed them on the -1.5 Asian Handicap and the Over 2.5 goals market.
Betting Market Performance
The match results favored those backing the home side across nearly all major markets:
- Moneyline: FBC Melgar was the clear favorite at 1/5 (-500 to -525), while a CD Moquegua upset was priced as high as 16/1 (+1600).
- Handicap: Melgar successfully covered the -1.5 handicap (priced at -165), winning by a four-goal margin.
- Total Goals (Over/Under): The game comfortably cleared the Over 2.5 goals line (-165) by the final whistle.
- Clean Sheet: Melgar secured a clean sheet, a significant outcome for bettors in the “Both Teams to Score: No” or specialized defensive markets.Â
Key Betting Statistics
| Betting Market | Pre-Match Odds (Approx.) | Result |
|---|---|---|
| FBC Melgar Win | 1/5 (-525) | Won |
| Over 2.5 Goals | -165 | Won |
| Melgar -1.5 Handicap | -165 | Won |
| CD Moquegua Win | 16/1 (+1000 to +1600) | Lost |
| Draw | 5/1 (+475 to +500) | Lost |
Match Impact for Bettors
Melgar’s efficiency (11 shots on goal) ensured that “Half Time/Full Time” bets favoring the home side were likely successful, as they dominated the league’s 18th-ranked team to move to the top of the 2026 Liga 1 Apertura standings. Top performers impacting player-specific markets included Cristian Bordacahar, who has now netted two goals in two matches, and Bernardo Cuesta.