River Plate vs Instituto Prediction: River Plate needs the win to be title contenders

At the Monumental Stadium, River Plate and Instituto clash in the second round of the Torneo Betano 2025. Here too, both the teams had contrasting performances when they opened their season and will now go on to take three points from each other.

River Plate (D)

River Plate's first game of the campaign was a tough away trip against Platense, which they drew 1-1. A 13 shot to one goal return may be acceptable for a regular season match, but it certainly isn’t for a final, particularly with 79% possession and the ability to alternate possession and said shots through the game. Matías Rojas scored a late equaliser for the team after the 87th minute to salvage a point. Concerns arise however, of their inability to finish when they should have as this game had them in full control. For the most part, the defense was tested minimally, and held firm.

Instituto (W)

And Instituto had a dream start to the season, bulldozing his way through Gimnasia La Plata 3-0. The home team found the net first through Federico Suárez, who also converted a penalty in the first half, before Adrian Luna and Joaquín Acevedo added to the score. Instituto proved they could be efficient with 1.78 xG and scored three goals from a minor possession of 47%. They also put on a strong defensive structure, keeping Gimnasia's cameras to two shots on target.

Expert Betting Tips

Instituto has a historical disadvantage against River Plate, particularly on home soil. However, Instituto's strong form in their opener makes them a potential threat in this clash. Playing at home should help River Plate after their frustrating opener. Instituto's clinical attack and this team's relatively orderly defensive organisation makes for a tantalisingly close game. Expect River Plate to dominate possession again, but their chances converting will be the key.