San Lorenzo vs Platense Prediction: Will San Lorenzo maintain their invinciblity?

San Lorenzo host Platense in the fifth round of the Torneo Betano 2025, and both clubs will seek to continue positive performances in what should be an entertaining match. San Lorenzo will also be targeting regaining a win after playing out a goalless draw against the last round, whereas Platense will be coming with optimism after beating at home.

San Lorenzo (DDWW)

Last match for San Lorenzo sees them draw 0-0 with Vélez Sarsfield. Having 32% of possession, it is impressive that they defended well enough, with Vélez only having three shots on target. The lack of a clear-cut chance saw them create just five efforts on goal, with only one of them finding the target. Home side failed to turn expected goals (xG) into goals as their xG was 0.24. However, they were solid defensively and with three key saves they maintained a clean sheet. To break their winless streak, they will be required to be more responsible against Platense.

Platense (WLWD)

In contrast, Platense arrive at this meeting with momentum having just beaten Instituto 1-0. Taking 15 shots, and five on target, they contented with 53 percent of possession. However, their attacking xG of 0.49 was vastly superior to their opponent’s 0.01 and their influence in front of goal was highly dominant. In the 56th minute, the goal scored by Lotti did it for Platense and secured all three points for the team. They packed themselves in defensively and only gave away one shot on target. And they will want to continue pressing in attack and keep defensive discipline against San Lorenzo.

Expert Betting Tips

San Lorenzo is desperate for some more clinical penetration in attack, while Platense arrives with a good defensive base and attacking momentum. Nevertheless, the hosts will have the advantage of being at home. If San Lorenzo do not fix up their offensive transitions, they may continue to struggle when it comes to playing in front of goal, while Platense have proved they can make their chances when called upon. Platense will have confidence but this could be a low scoring affair. For San Lorenzo to take their first win the team will have to solve the offensive part, while Platense will look for a fresh run into the Classification Zones. Buenos Aires should be a tight and tactical battle.