Argentinos Jrs vs Independiente Prediction: Will Independiente be able to surprise again?

In the upcoming fixture of Argentina Primera División, Argentinos Jrs will face Independiente at Estadio Diego Armando Maradona in Buenos Aires. The home side head here after a draw (2-2) against Liverpool M. for Copa Libertadores, and also a draw against Newell’s Old Boys (0-0) in the last round of the league. The visitors come to this match after a surprising win (2-0) against Belgrano.

Betting tips and odds are provided below.

Argentinos Jrs (DDLWD)

The Argentinos Jrs team comes to this game after a draw against Liverpool M. for the Copa Libertadores (2-2), and a draw against Newell's Old Boys in the last round of the championship. The game against Newell's was quite divided, with both teams having few game opportunities, not because of a poorly played game but because of an excellent tactical organization by both teams. After an excellent sequence of results, the team has had some difficulties in recent games. In the last 3 games, the team has 2 draws and 1 loss. The team thus fell to 11th place, outside the places that give access to international competitions. The team has been playing good football, however, they have lacked the goal to achieve more victories. Avalos' return to goals is expected in this round, who has been in excellent form this season.

Independiente (WLDLL)

Independiente's team comes to this game after a surprising victory against Belgrano (2-0). Independiente's team started the game very well, scoring in the 9th minute, converting a penalty. Despite the Belgrano team having more possession of the ball, it was the Independiente team that was causing the most danger. The team managed to maintain the advantage and at 89' it scored 2-0, converting another penalty. This is an extremely important result for the Independiente team, which came from an extremely negative sequence of results. However, in away games the team continues to experience immense difficulties. The team comes from 2 consecutive defeats and has not won any away games since the 1st round. It should also be noted that Cautericcio, with the two goals scored, is now close to the top of the table with the best goals scored, with 7 goals scored so far in the league.

Expert Betting Tips

In the last 5 games between these two teams, Argentinos Jrs has 2 victories, Independiente has 1 victory, and there’s 2 draws. Goals were scored in 4 of those 5 games, but with both teams scoring in just 2 of those games.

Argentinos Jrs is a favorite to win this game, due to playing at home, yet it is predicted to be a hard match for them. Not many goals are expected.