Club Nacional and Sportivo Ameliano played to a 1-1 draw in their Round 6 match of the 2026 Apertura tournament on February 19, 2026
Match Overview
The match, held at Estadio Arsenio Erico in Asunción, remained scoreless through the first half. Both teams found the back of the net in the second half to split the points, keeping Nacional at the top of the league standings with 12 points and Sportivo Ameliano in third with 10 points.
- Goalscorers: F. Franco scored for Nacional, while J. Paredes provided the goal for Sportivo Ameliano.
- Discipline: The match saw several bookings, including yellow cards for J. Benítez (43′), W. Rodríguez (51′), and Elvio Vera (61′).
Match Statistics
| Category | Club Nacional | Sportivo Ameliano |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 1 | 1 |
| Half Time | 0 | 0 |
| Goals | F. Franco | J. Paredes |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
| League Position | 1st | 3rd |
The two teams are scheduled for a rematch later this season on April 29, 2026.
Betting Review
The 1-1 draw between Club Nacional and Sportivo Ameliano on February 19, 2026, resulted in a “push” for many pre-match betting favorites, as Nacional was the expected winner.
Betting Outcome Summary
- Match Result (1X2): The Draw was the winning outcome, typically priced around 3.32 pre-match. Pre-match favorites Nacional (~1.92) failed to secure the home win.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes was the successful bet at odds of 1/1 (2.00).
- Under/Over 2.5 Goals: The Under 2.5 market won, as the match finished with exactly two goals.
- Double Chance: Bets on Sportivo Ameliano or Draw (X2) were successful for those backing the underdog.
Key Betting Metrics
| Market | Pre-Match Odds (Avg) | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Nacional Win | 1.89 – 1.92 | Lost |
| Draw | 3.15 – 3.32 | Won |
| Ameliano Win | 3.75 – 4.03 | Lost |
| Both Teams to Score (BTTS) | 1/1 (Yes) | Won |
| Half Time/Full Time | Draw/Draw (7/2) | Won |
Betting Performance Insights
- Failed Favorite: Nacional entered with strong momentum (4 wins in their last 5) but could not capitalize on their home advantage at Estadio Arsenio Erico.
- Half Time Markets: The 0-0 half-time score rewarded “No Goals” in the first half at odds of 6/4.
- League Impact: Despite the draw, Nacional remains at the top of the Paraguay Primera División (Apertura) with 13 points, while Ameliano stays competitive in 3rd place with 11 points.