River Plate vs Estudiantes Prediction: Who will win the big match of round 8?

River Plate vs. Estudiantes is definitely a top league game this 8th round of the Torneo Betano 2025, and it is a game that will be intense from start to finish. Both teams with a slump on their belts and want to secure their position in the league with victories.

River Plate (WWDWD)

In their last game River Plate beat San Martín San Juan 2-0, performing as an attacking force and dominating the match. In the second half, River Plate punished San Martín discipline, but the first half was a good, disciplined San Martín defense. Pity Martínez found Miguel Borja with an assist and he broke the deadlock in the 56th minutes. But after doubling their lead through A goal finished by Mastantuono in the 69th minute the team then doubled their advantage. River Plate had possession (66%), made 13 goal attempts and allowed only three shots on target to their opponents. Not only that, their well balanced squad ensured a clean sheet, their solid defense.

Estudiantes (WWDWD)

Still, on the other hand, Estudiantes put on a thrilling comeback, defeating Central Córdoba 3-2 at home. They were off to a bad start in the match, the pair were 0-2 down by the 51st minute. But they responded with a charged up display of attacking in the closing half hour. In the 69th minute, Giménez scored, and Burgos equalized the score in the 71st minute. And Arzamendia clinched the dramatic winner in the 84th minute. Although they conceded twice, Estudiantes were very resilient and took 61% possession and 16 shots throughout. Swept with an impressive record but their defense still remains a worry having conceded 5 goals in their last 5 games, adding to which their attack has been efficient yet scoring 6 times in the same period.

Expert Betting Tips

Estudiantes has long been the inferior team to River Plate, especially in games at home. They are tough opponents due to their organized defensive structure and lethal attack. Despite that, with Estudiantes's previous match showing its fighting spirit, there is no reason to reject the idea that they can give even the strongest teams trouble. Structured attack and robust defensive discipline ensures that River Plate will be the favorites to walk away with all three points for their efforts on the day. They might go on the attack and Estudiantes play out of defense, but the home side have an opportunity to exploit the visitors' waddle in defense.