GUATEMALA CITY (Interstat) — Guatemala and Suriname will meet for the second time in just over a month, with crucial World Cup qualifying points on the line Tuesday at Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores.

The two sides played to a 1-1 draw in Paramaribo on Oct. 10, a result that highlighted the competitive nature of this CONCACAF matchup. Both teams are looking to rebound from difficult results this past Thursday. Guatemala (1-2-3, 6 points) fell 3-2 at home to Panama in a thrilling contest, while Suriname (2-3-1, 9 points) delivered a statement performance with a 4-0 rout of El Salvador.

The recent form of the two teams presents a contrasting picture. Suriname enters the match unbeaten in its last five outings (2-0-3), showcasing a potent attack that has scored nine goals in that stretch. Guatemala’s form has been more inconsistent, with just one win in its last five matches (1-2-2).

Despite Suriname’s momentum, the statistical model from Interstat favors the home side, projecting a narrow 1-0 victory for Guatemala. The venue could be a significant factor, as Suriname has not won a road match this qualifying cycle, with two draws and a loss away from home.

Tuesday’s contest is a pivotal one in the group standings, with Suriname currently holding a three-point advantage over Guatemala. A win for the hosts would pull them level on points, making this one of the most anticipated fixtures of the matchday.