Talleres Cordoba vs Independiente Prediction: Talleres Cordoba need to recover from their loss

Talleres Cordoba face Independiente in the second round of the Torneo Betano 2025 and it is set to be an exciting match. Entering this game is two teams going in with two results of their matches in contrasting forms.

Talleres Cordoba (L)

Talleres Cordoba got their campaign off to a narrow 1-0 defeat to San Lorenzo. Even though San Lorenzo's disciplined defence prevented them from breaching it, Argentinos controlled 65% of possession and fired off 19 shots. They lost because they couldn’t muster any clinical finishing or end product in the final third. Talleres left gaps in attack which were exploited, and it was that which led to the decisive goal in the 81st minute. Talleres will try to create a better result by capitalizing on their possession, as they head into this match up.

Independiente (W)

Sarmiento Junin may have already met their demons, but they were made to pay for it in the early rounds of the competition, when Independiente kicked off their campaign with a 2-1 victory. Their fluidity of attack was shown elsewhere, cutting up the defense to end up with 20 attempts on goal with 2.33 xG. However, it was Avalos, who led the way scoring twice, including a penalty, to win the tie. Unfortunately though Independiente were defensive as well, as they were punished for a penalty and Sarmiento had two clear chances. Indpendiente will travelling to Talleres looking to continue their attacking form while at the back, tightening up for another positive result.

Expert Betting Tips

In recent seasons there have been competitive tussles between Independiente and Talleres Cordoba. Talleres have the home advantage and the game will be won in possession but Independiente’s attacking impetus cannot be ignored. This game could be a tale of two styles: Against Independiente's direct and dynamic attacking play, Talleres' patient buildup. Talleres Cordoba might have just enough firepower upfront, though, to give them the edge.