River Plate vs Atl. Tucuman Prediction: Can River Plate return to victories?

River Plate take on Atlético Tucumán in a tough game in the ninth round of the Torneo Betano 2025. Both teams finished lose in the previous round and looking to be bounce back for a positive.

River Plate (LLWWD)

Estudiantes visit River Plate, defeated 0-2 at home in the last round. They failed to create enough chances to translate possession (70%) dominance into chances despite claiming a league high 17 shots. On the other hand, the visitors were incredibly proficient, bagging early in the halves too. It was even more difficult to recover, River Plate being knocked even further down when Enzo Pérez was sent off at 57’. Their defense was open to criticism and Estudiantes managed to create three dangerous chances. River will need to play much better in the final third and prevent lapses defensively to put themselves back on track heading into this match.

Atl. Tucuman (LLDWL)

On their last outing, Atlético Tucumán lost at home 1-2 to Newell’s Old Boys, who won 2-1. They played well on the attack with 20 total shots and an xG of 1.12 but didn’t put the bottome away. Lamendola headed in their only goal at 41’ before halfway. Newell’s though found a winner with a minute to go before the break and though they could not replicate it they held onto their lead. Tucumán’s main issue was in front of goal with 10 attempts off target and six blocks. They conceded 13 shots, giving Newell’s four big chances to score. They will need to be more clinical to avoid another disappointing away result as they prepare for this difficult fixture.

Expert Betting Tips

A lot of the historical weight is held by River Plate, particularly at home, where the usual dominance is more prevalent. But Atlético Tucumán have proved they can combat the top sides. However, River Plate have struggled in recent weeks, but their home advantage and better team depth carries them favor. Atlético Tucumán, however, is one of the better sides in attack and require to be more efficient to cause an upset.