Gimnasia La Plata vs Barracas Central: Prediction for the Match on December 1, 2025

Gimnasia La Plata vs Barracas Central: Prediction for the Match on December 1 2025

In Buenos Aires, Barracas Central and Gimnasia La Plata play a quarter-final match which is a well-balanced one. Barracas are coming after an unclean victory over Deportivo Riestra, whereas Gimnasia are gaining momentum after spectacular comeback victory in Union Santa Fe. Their profiles in the season are quite different, but both teams have shown a high level of defensive solidarity and the ability to grind out the outcomes during the knockout. This is likely to be a stressful, tactical and low-scoring match.

Gimnasia La Plata: Form and Statistics

Barracas went as far as the quarter-finals courtesy of a disciplined 1-0 win at Deportivo Riestra. Although there was only 38 percent of possession, Barracas had the most viable opportunity of the game, and the only goal was produced through a quality transition, and Riestra had only 0.91 xG and only two big chances.It was characterized by their compact block and timely pressing. They are in stable form recently, having won two matches, drawn two and lost one in the past five matches. Season long statistics are some of a team at ease in close games 33 goals with 38 goals against, 38 percent clean sheets and 1.02 average goals against per game. They are particularly strong at home having lost twice in the past ten matches.Barracas are based on mid block organisation, defensive discipline and efficiency during transitions instead of persistent attacking pressure. They score higher on second half, and they have an average of 1.18 goals per game, usually exploiting the exhaustion of the opposition.

Gimnasia La Plata: Lineup

Barracas are also anticipated to adopt the XI that they have employed against Riestra, their usual 5-2-3.Mino positions in goal and has a back five comprising of Capraro, Tobio and Barrios as centre-backs, Mater and Demartini as full-backs. Both full-backs move also sparingly with defensive spacing being a priority. Miloc anchors the structure in the midfield assisted by Tapia who recover the ball and allow ball flow to be controlled. In the forward we must have Candia and Ruiz at the wings, and Bruera at the head of the attack. His physical transition phases in duels and hold up play are fundamental. This XI is balanced, disciplined and counter-attacking.

Barracas Central starting lineup (5-2-3)

Mino – Mater, Capraro, Tobio, Barrios, Demartini – Tapia, Miloc – Candia, Bruera, Ruiz

Out: Jappert, Lopez, Morales, Pianovi ( injured)

Head coach: R. Insua

Barracas Central: Form and Statistics

One of the most dramatic results of the Round of 16 was made by gimnasia, which beat Union Santa Fe 2-1 in an away match. Having obtained initial pressure and ceding 1.25 xG, Gimnasia reacted with efficient finishing: four out of five shots on target were turned into a goal and high discipline out of position, which ended up the match with only 38 percent possession and better efficiency. They are of a fine recent form.Gimnasia have won their four of last five games including defeating River Plate and Velez and have scored seven goals in the process. They have a low-scoring and compact defensive profile overall throughout the season: they have only 25 scored goals (0.78 per match) and 34 conceded (1.06). When out of home, they are scoring 0.63 goals on average although their defence set up has sharpened over the past few weeks.Gimnasia are still mostly dependent on transitions, set pieces and collective discipline. They also feel at ease without the ball and usually give opponents low quality chances particularly when they hold a lead.

Barracas Central: Lineup

Gimnasia needs to retain the 4-3-3/4-5-1 format with Union. In goal, Insfran is the one who begins with the full-backs Pintado and Torrejon, as well as the central defence, which is made up of Giampaolo and Martinez.This back line combines an aerial power with speed, which is necessary to deal with the transitions of Barracas. Max plays in midfield as the anchor of the team with an addition of box-to-box coverage that is supplied by Schelotto and Merlini as interior midfielders. Panaro and Piedrahita will work the flanks in attack, running width as they support, Torres up front, backing up the line, and linking up well with solid vertical threat.

Gimnasia La Plata starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Insfran – Pintado, Giampaolo, Martinez, Silva Torrejon – Max, Schelotto – Panaro, Merlini, Piedrahita – Torres

Out: Di Biasi, Mammini, Meluso, Zalazar (injured)

Head coach: Zaniratto

Gimnasia La Plata vs Barracas Central Head-to-Head Statistics

The defense on both sides is very close. In the previous 10 matches, there would be three wins against three wins in both the Barracas and Gimnasia teams and four draws. The total scoreline is almost equal and no one side ever wins by a margin of more than a goal. Their last matches encountered have been low scoring: 1-1, 1-0 and 0-0 in the last three game fixtures and the matches have averaged one point nine goals. These two teams have difficulties in creating a consistent high xG in the game and the tactical situation typically favours conservative build-ups and duels in the midfield.

Gimnasia La Plata vs Barracas Central Betting Trends

• Barracas Central to Qualify - The superior home form and more balanced measures throughout the season puts Barracas slightly ahead in a game which could be determined by minute chances. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.64;
• Under 2.5 Goals Both teams are serious underperformers: Barracas have an average of 2.12 total goals per match, Gimnasia only 1.78. They had three H2Hs that had not reached above this line. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.71;
• Both Teams to Score - No Gimnasia do not score in 47 percent of away games - Barracas cannot also produce high xG on a regular basis. It is a statistical possibility that one of the sides does not score. This option is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 1.60;

Gimnasia La Plata vs Barracas Central Match Prediction 1 December 2025

It will be a cagey, attrition match with few opportunities. Barracas have the advantage of the home and better structural balance, whereas Gimnasia are the momentum players with low-scoring and low-output sides. Strategy will be the order of the day and one objective may be crucial.

Our match prediction: Deportivo Riestra to Qualify for a coefficient of 1.60 in the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: First Half Draw for a coefficient of 1.77 in the 1xbet bookmaker.