San Lorenzo vs River Plate Prediction: Expecting a Draw

San Lorenzo will lock horns with River Plate in the upcoming Matchday 20 fixture of the ongoing Argentine Primera Division. The game is set to be played at Estadio Estadio Pedro Bidegain in Victoria, Buenos Aires. Going in the game, San Lorenzo stands 11th with 5 wins and 27 points from 19 games played. On the other hand, it’s River Plate in the top 10 standings, with also 8 wins and 29 points in the contest so far. With the points difference shrinking between the top 15 teams, we might see some rapid changes in the points table during the upcoming matchdays. With 11 wins over San Lorenzo, River Plate leads the head-to-head win stats in 22 games played. 

Going in the game against River Plate, San Lorenzo will be eager to step up a little and register a win. However, winning won’t be a piece of cake for the home side as River Plate seems in control of its overall gameplay. In the last game, San Lorenzo secured a draw against Colon (0-0) and before that against Tucuman (1-1). It’s evident that San Lorenzo has given a tough time to the teams at the top of the table this season. The goal-scoring average of 1.2 goals per game needs to be improved a little to make the most of the opportunities coming their way. With San Lorenzo playing at home, it will be the favorite to win as are carrying an unbeaten record of 11 home games.

• Adam Bareiro
• Agustin Martegani
• Ezequiel Cerutti

After winning matches against Defensa y Justicia (0-4) and Barracas Central (2-0), River Plate has lost its winning momentum in the contest. In the last game, River Plate lost to Banfield (1-2), which was a surprise for everyone. After securing the equalizer in the 71st minute of play, Banfield’s Julian Palacios passed through the defense to score another goal. With a goal-scoring average of 1.5 goals per game and a 4-1-3-2 formation, River Plate might attack the opposition from the first minute of play.

• Miguel Borja
• Agustin Palavecino
• Juan Quintero
• Pablo Solari

For the upcoming game, it seems like a balanced contest, with both teams securing a goal at least. I will be predicting a draw, and the teams to share a point each. The game total is expected to be under 2.5.

• Final Result - Draw for 3.34
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.98
• Correct Score 1-1 for 6