Albion FC will be boosted by the return of midfielder Moshu Anbo from suspension, giving them more structure and creativity in the middle of the park. The team is expected to continue with a 4-2-3-1 system, while leading striker Alvaro Lopez ended his personal league scoring drought with a penalty in the last match. With his finishing ability and renewed confidence, he will be one to watch here.
Naspidadas Youth have an experienced veteran striker in Parilo, who previously played in Europe and brings proven quality. He opened the scoring in the last league game and his form is improving, making him a key figure in their push for a result. First-choice goalkeeper Sebastian Sousa is sidelined for two weeks with a muscle strain, and new signing goalkeeper Fabrizio Correa made his first league start last time out but delivered only an average display. He is still building understanding and confidence with the back line.
Albion FC have no injury or suspension concerns. Naspidadas Youth are without injured goalkeeper Sebastian Sousa, while they have no suspended players.
In terms of recent form, Albion FC drew 1-1 with Maldonado in their last league outing and appear to be improving, with one win and one draw from their past two league matches. Their attack has been reasonably steady, but defensive problems remain after conceding in four straight games. At home, they are still expected to take the initiative and go for the win.
Naspidadas Youth lost 3-1 to Montevideo City Torque in their previous league game, leaving them with one draw and three defeats from their last four league matches. They are capable of scoring, but are conceding too many at the other end, so the pick for this match is over on total goals.
Albion FC have the stronger head-to-head record, with three wins and one draw from the last four meetings between the sides. They won the most recent encounter 1-0, and that match produced 12 corners.