Libertad vs. The Strongest: Who Will Top Group B?

With Copa Libertadores group fixtures coming to a close, Libertad and The Strongest will lock horns in Paraguay. Libertad will look to establish themselves at the top of the table and qualify in the next round as the favorites. Whereas, The Strongest are looking to win and earn 2 points and move up the table. However, the table standings are expected to displace if Caracas FC are unable to win against Athletico-PR.

Libertad are going in the game as the favorites for winning and retaining the top position in the Group B. Going in the game, Libertad has won against Nacional (1-0), Sportivo Ameliano (1-3), Tacuary (3-0), and Olimpia (1-0). However, their only defeat came against Athletico Paranaense (2-0). With Libertad playing at home, they have remained unbeaten in 14 home games. 

Ignacio Don (GK), Alexander Barboza, Diego Viera, Ivan Piris, Marcelo Diaz, Hernesto Caballero, Matias Espinoza, Bautista Merlini, Hector Villalba, William Mendieta, Roque Santa Cruz

The Strongest haven’t won a single game against Libertad from the last 5 played. The Strongest are certainly lacking behind Libertad and have a psychological pressure while playing against Libertad. The Strongest are in a comfortable position of qualifying for the round of 16, Copa Sudamericana. 

Guillermo Viscarra (GK), Juan Aponte, Adrian Jusino, Gonzalo Castillo, Diego Wayar, Cristian Esparza, Juan Bautista Cascini, Fernando Saucedo, Luciano Ursino, Yvo Calleros, Martin Sebastian Prost

Statistics are certainly backing Libertad for winning against The Strongest. Both teams are playing to win and gain 2 important win points. For the upcoming fixture, both teams are expected to score a goal, whereas Melgarejo is in the spotlight for a scoring goal anytime.

• Club Libertad to Win for 1.37
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.80
• Gilberto Ivan Flores Melgarejo To Score A Goal At Any Time - Yes for 14