Talleres Cordoba vs Banfield Prediction: Can Banfield get a second victory?

In the upcoming fixture of Argentina Primera División, Talleres will receive Banfield at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba. The home side head here after a draw (1-1) against Defensa y Justicia, while the visitors arrive at this match after a surprising victory (1-0) at home against Boca Juniors.

Continue reading to find out more about the competing sides and their overall statistics in terms of goals scored and conceded.

Talleres Cordoba comes to this game after a draw against Defensa y Justicia (1-1). Talleres Cordoba started the match very well, scoring 0-1 after 4 minutes, by Garro, with an excellent free kick. However, after the goal, they became more defensive and looked to exploit counterattacks. It was Talleres who created more dangerous goal situations, however, Defensa y Justicia would end up reaching the tie through a penalty in the last move of the 1st half. In the 2nd half, both teams had good opportunities to take the lead, however, the goalkeepers of both teams made fantastic displays, ending the game in a draw.

Talleres is currently going through its worst phase of the season, having only 1 win in the last 3 games. However, they have already proven that they are a very strong team and that they will certainly try to continue to fight for the top places.

The Banfield team comes to this game after a surprising and very important victory in the derby against Boca Juniors. Although Boca Juniors had more possession of the ball, it was Banfield who created the most danger. Banfield would end up wasting a penalty in the 23rd minute. However, in the 29th minute, with a corner kick, Banfield would end up scoring, through Quiros. Although Boca maintained its dominance, it was Banfield who came closest to extending its lead. This was perhaps Banfield's best game to date, securing their important 1st league win. This victory allowed them to jump to 24th place with 6 points.

Despite everything, Banfield has shown immense difficulties in away games, with 4 defeats in as many games. In these away games, they conceded 9 goals, having scored 4. It is clear that Banfield clearly has to improve their defensive performance, especially if they also want to score any points in this very difficult game.

Talleres Cordoba has a clear advantage in the history between these 2 teams. In the last 5 games between these 2 teams, Talleres Cordoba had 4 victories and they drew another, with no victories for Banfield. Goals were scored in 4 of those 5 matches, and in 3 of the 5 matches it was only scored one or less goals.

Due to playing at home, Talleres Cordoba has an advantage, yet Banfield have shown that they are capable of winning against good teams and to score goals. Goals are to be expected in this game, but with Talleres being the favorite for the victory.