Estudiantes de La Plata vs Defensa y Justicia Prediction: Estudiantes Looking Favorites

In the upcoming fixture of the Argentine Primera Division, Estudiantes will take on Defensa y Justicia at the Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium. With much to play for and defend at home, the two sides will look to present themselves as the most competitive on the field. Going in the game Estudiantes stands 14th with 7 wins and 27 points from 19 games played in the contest. On the other hand, Defens y Justicia stands 21st with 5 wins and 22 points so far. On paper, Estudiantes seem to be quite solid, however, they even might struggle against Defensa's reasonable defense.

Going in the game, Estudiantes is coming off a draw against Rosario Central (1-1) which they definitely didn't expect. Mauro Boselli was the goal scorer from Estudiantes side. Moving ahead with a goal scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, Estudiantes might struggle in securing substantial wins. However, the upcoming home game will give them immense confidence as they have stayed unbeaten in the last 4 home games.

• Jorge Rodriguez
• Fernando Zuqui
• Agustin Rogel

Though Defensa y Justicia is coming off a win against Argentinos Juniors (2-1), it still lacks consistency in the contest. Taking positives from the last game, much will depend on the likes of Gabriel Alanis and Andres Rios. Going in the contest, Defensa will have a slight advantage swinging in its favor as it hasn't lost to Estudiantes in its last 6 matchups. With a goal scoring average of 0.8 goals per game, Defensa can give some sort of tough competition to the hosts.

• Nicolas Tripichio
• Gaston Togni
• Gabriel Alanis

Going in the game forward, much will depend on Estudiantes. If Estudiantes defense gave any chances to Defensa, we might see an upset at home for Estudiantes. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 and both teams to score a goal at least.

• Estudiantes de La Plata to Win for 1.88
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.07
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.65