Primera Division Uruguay: Cerro host Cerro Largo in Friday night clash

match details and competition context

Friday 16 October 2026 sees an intriguing Primera Division Uruguay encounter with Cerro playing host to Cerro Largo. Kick-off is set for 22:00 UTC at Estadio Luis Tróccoli in Montevideo. This fixture features two sides separated by 12 points in the league standings, with Cerro placed 7th and Cerro Largo anchored down in 15th after 10 matches each.

current league standings and form

Cerro have collected 17 points from their opening 10 games, winning five, drawing two and losing three. They have scored 12 goals but conceded 13, leaving them with a goal difference of minus one. Their recent form includes two wins in their last five matches, alongside one draw and two defeats, scoring seven and conceding seven in that period.

Cerro Largo's campaign has been far more difficult, as they remain without a win after 10 games, with five draws and five losses. They sit 15th with just five points and a goal difference of minus seven, having scored six and conceded 13 overall. The last five matches have yielded only one point from a single draw and four losses, with a solitary goal scored and seven conceded.

head-to-head record

The two teams have met twice this season, both matches taking place earlier in 2026. Cerro Largo have the edge in these encounters, having secured a 2-0 home victory on 29 May. The other fixture, played on 10 April, ended in a 1-1 draw at Cerro Largo's ground. Notably, Cerro have yet to record a win over Cerro Largo this season. Together these matches have produced four goals, reflecting competitive but relatively low-scoring affairs.

what to expect in montevideo

Given Cerro's superior league position and points tally, combined with their better recent form, they may have the upper hand going into this fixture. Cerro Largo will be eager to arrest their poor run and claim their first victory of the season, but their limited goal-scoring and heavy recent losses suggest challenges ahead. The match could be closely contested, but Cerro look to be favourites on current evidence to gain the three points at home.

Where the teams stand

Recent form

Head-to-head