LD Alajuelense vs CS Herediano will take place in the Primera División (Costa Rica) during the 2026 season on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, at 10:00 PM ET at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Get our score prediction, match preview, head-to-head (H2H) record, predicted lineups, live score updates, match statistics, and final result for today’s LD Alajuelense vs CS Herediano fixture on LIVESOCCER.UK.COM.
AI Match Prediction
LD Alajuelense enters this fixture holding a significant eight-point advantage over CS Herediano, sitting sixth compared to their opponents' ninth-place standing. While Alajuelense maintains a positive goal difference of +5, Herediano’s season has been defined by defensive frailty, reflected in a dismal -7 goal difference and seven losses from ten league outings. Herediano’s recent struggles, including four defeats in their last five matches, suggest a lack of stability.
Although Alajuelense has drawn two of their last five, their 3-0 victory in the August head-to-head meeting highlights a clear tactical superiority. Predicted Score: 2-0
🤖 AI Match Prediction · Updated October 14, 2026, 5:38 PM ET
Last 5 Matches for Both Teams
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Puntarenas FC vs LD Alajuelense | 1 – 1 | D |
| 21 Sep 2026 | LD Alajuelense vs Inter San Carlos | 5 – 0 | W |
| 18 Sep 2026 | LD Alajuelense vs CD Marathon | 3 – 1 | W |
| 14 Sep 2026 | CS Cartagines vs LD Alajuelense | 3 – 1 | L |
| 11 Sep 2026 | CD Marathon vs LD Alajuelense | 2 – 2 | D |
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | CS Herediano vs San Carlos | 0 – ? | D |
| 20 Sep 2026 | Deportivo Saprissa vs CS Herediano | 2 – ? | L |
| 13 Sep 2026 | Escorpiones Belén vs CS Herediano | 0 – ? | D |
| 06 Sep 2026 | CS Herediano vs Perez Zeledon | 2 – ? | W |
| 31 Aug 2026 | CS Cartagines vs CS Herediano | 1 – ? | L |
Match Preview
The Primera División Apertura campaign intensifies this week as third-placed CS Herediano prepares to host LD Alajuelense in a contest with significant implications for the upper reaches of the table. Entering this fixture on October 15, 2026, the two sides are separated by two spots in the standings, with Alajuelense currently sitting in fifth position. This matchup serves as a critical test for both clubs as they look to solidify their respective rankings during the Apertura season.
The disparity in the league table highlights the stakes for Alajuelense, who must bridge the gap against a Herediano side that has maintained a more consistent position in the top three. While both teams met twice during the previous season, their current form dictates the narrative for this encounter. Herediano’s ability to defend their third-place standing will be challenged by an Alajuelense squad looking to climb out of fifth and move closer to the league leaders.
With the teams currently experiencing different trajectories in the Apertura, the tactical execution on the pitch will prove decisive in determining whether Herediano can extend their advantage or if Alajuelense can successfully narrow the distance between them in the standings.
🤖 Match Preview · Updated October 14, 2026, 5:39 PM ET
Match Report
Final Result LD Alajuelense vs CS Herediano (Primera División, Costa-Rica)
Final result LD Alajuelense vs CS Herediano in the Primera División (Costa-Rica) ended with a score of 1 - 1. View match statistics, team lineups, match timeline, goalscorers, and a full match summary.
📊 Match Result · Updated October 15, 2026, 1:01 AM ET
Match Statistics
Match statistics are not available yet.
Team Lineups
LD Alajuelense
- 23. W. J. Ortega Olivera
- 28. Y. Sosa
- 13. A. Gamboa
- 3. G. Gonzalez
- 22. R. Matarrita
- 10. Juanpi
- 5. C. Borges
- 14. R. Wilson
- 42. J. Ruiz
- 18. R. Cisneros
- 99. K. Michel
- 1. B. Mora
- 35. R. Parkins
- 21. Y. Molina
- 26. F. Pinar
- 9. A. Zaldivar
- 7. A. Hernandez
- 34. C. Perez
- 24. A. Salazar
- 44. E. Barley
- 11. L. Diaz
CS Herediano
- 1. D. Carvajal
- 5. H. Quiros
- 38. G. Montes
- 99. K. Brown
- 16. D. Araya
- 21. E. Rubio
- 8. A. Cruz
- 26. E. Juarez
- 25. E. Bravo
- 10. E. Aguilar
- 33. F. Lesme
- 31. A. Lezcano
- 11. R. Araya
- 20. R. Rivera
- 22. A. Murillo
- 27. A. Suarez
- 32. A. Hudson
- 34. J. Henestrosa
- 45. N. Bennette
- 80. D. Matthews
- 97. R. Leal
- 37. K. Fuller
👥 Team Lineups · Updated October 16, 2026, 10:03 AM ET
Match Timeline
LD Alajuelense - CS Herediano H2H
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | LD Alajuelense | 1 - 1 | CS Herediano | Primera División |
| Aug 9, 2026 | CS Herediano | 0 - 3 | LD Alajuelense | Primera División |
| Jul 12, 2026 | LD Alajuelense | 0 - 1 | CS Herediano | Supercopa |
| Mar 21, 2026 | CS Herediano | 2 - 1 | LD Alajuelense | Primera División |
| Feb 7, 2026 | LD Alajuelense | 1 - 1 | CS Herediano | Primera División |
Upcoming Fixtures
LD Alajuelense - CS Herediano FAQs
The match ended in a 1-1. Half-time score: 1 - 1.
Goals for LD Alajuelense: ⚽ R. Cisneros 7'. Goals for CS Herediano: ⚽ F. Lesme 45'.
LD Alajuelense: J. Ruiz 18', R. Matarrita 45+4', G. Gonzalez 46', A. Gamboa 69', A. Salazar 90+1'. CS Herediano: A. Cruz 12', D. Carvajal 26', F. Lesme 58'.
LD Alajuelense: R. Wilson 28'.
The match is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 PM ET.
The match is being played at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto , Alajuela.
This match is part of Primera División (Costa-Rica) the 2026 in Apertura - 11.
The match is officiated by referee D. Gomez.
LD Alajuelense managed by Oscar Ramirez.
LD Alajuelense: W. J. Ortega Olivera, Y. Sosa, A. Gamboa, G. Gonzalez, R. Matarrita, Juanpi, C. Borges, R. Wilson, J. Ruiz, R. Cisneros, K. Michel. CS Herediano: D. Carvajal, H. Quiros, G. Montes, K. Brown, D. Araya, E. Rubio, A. Cruz, E. Juarez, E. Bravo, E. Aguilar, F. Lesme.
🔄 R. Araya → E. Rubio 37' | 🔄 Y. Molina → Juanpi 46' | 🔄 A. Murillo → E. Juarez 59' | 🔄 R. Leal → E. Bravo 59' | 🔄 A. Hernandez → R. Matarrita 66' | 🔄 L. Diaz → R. Cisneros 72' | 🔄 C. Perez → K. Michel 83' | 🔄 A. Salazar → C. Borges 83' | 🔄 A. Hudson → A. Cruz 83' | 🔄 K. Fuller → H. Quiros 83'.
