Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate: Prediction for the Match on November 16, 2025

Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate: Prediction for the Match on November 16 2025

Velez and River Plate play in Liniers where the two clubs are in dire need to rectify their course after defeat in their last matches. Velez come in a disturbing 2-0 defeat in Gimnasia La Plata, a game where they were not able to handle transition and were inefficient in the final third. In the meantime, River were defeated in the Superclasico, 2-0 by Boca Juniors, in a game where their defensive talent and the lack of attacking thrust were evident. As both teams are not performing to their expectations currently, this Round 16 match is an occasion to restart the momentum and regain confidence.

Velez Sarsfield: Form and Statistics

The defeat against Gimnasia revealed a pattern of not being able to transform possession into danger that Velez had.Although they had a higher amount of time on the ball, they created 2 shots on target and generated a low amount of xG.They have remained inconsistent in their away matches thus dragging them down the table but at home they have a history of being encouraging. At Liniers, Velez tend to be more defensive, give away fewer uncontested opportunities, and have more space on the wide combinations.Nevertheless, their attacking statistics are small-scale throughout the Clausura, because they often play as isolated individuals and not as working offensive systems. They give ground early in 35% of games, and where they have to pursue the game they leave easy opportunities, which River would take advantage of had he time. Their youthfulness of players and their capability to press high in brief bursts are the advantages, which will be fundamental, in case they want to disrupt the buildup of River.

Velez Sarsfield: Lineup

Velez will probably continue using the XI they had in their last match analysis. Marchiori should stay in goal, and the back four should be Gordon, Silvero, Quiros and Pellegrini - a unit that is both physically strong and has full-backs who run high on the change of direction. Aliendro and Bouzat are in the midfield, where one of them stabilizes the defensive block and the other one moves forward to facilitate circulation and regain second balls. In the progress of them, Velez depend on speed and technicality. Carrizo on right and Pellegrini on left are given a diagonal movement, and Contreras plays dead in the middle with the license to play between lines. Godoy begins as the only striker up front, where he is expected to hold the ball, play and cross attacking.

Velez Sarsfield starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Marchiori – Gordon, Silvero, Quiros, Pellegrini – Aliendro, Bouzat – Pellegrini, Valdes Contreras, Carrizo - Godoy

Out: Fernandez, Garcia, Machuca, Magallan, Mammana, Roldan, Romero (injured), Gomez (yellow cards)

Head coach: Guilermo Schelotto

River Plate: Form and Statistics

The 2-0 loss of River to Boca Juniors in the Superclasico was not only a big defeat, but also on the quality of performance.They barely had one shot on goal and could not break the mid-block of Boca over and over again. Although River controlled phases of possession, they never posed any threat and gave Boca an opportunity to be in its comfort zone all through the game. They have also been weak in their defensive history with River letting in in the past ten away games. Evidently, on the positive, they still generate disproportionately more opportunities and produce one of the most successful teams of the league in attacking left and in particular, with the dribbling of Barco and the flowing motion of Echeverri. But the recent lackluster performance in the last third coupled with defensive lapses places River in a risky situation, and a vigorous reaction is required to prevent more falling down the table.

River Plate: Lineup

River will be supposed to return to their usual 4-2-3-1 after the loss against Boca. Armani persists in goal, in advance of a defence, Montiel, Rivero, Diaz and Casco - a back line which can build upon itself and which, however, has been found of late to vary in duel. Castano is to anchor the team in the midfield and bring out balance and intensity whereas Portillo is to bring vertical progression and ball-carrying skills. The most creative of the three, Quintero, plays between lines connecting transition and supplying forwards. On the right, Subiabre introduces bluntness, and on the left, Salas offers the elements of dribbling and creating an opportunity, and Driussi enters as the central player, seeking to restore his goals.

River Plate starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Armani – Montiel, Rivero, Diaz, Casco – Castano, Portillo – Salas, Quintero, Subiabre – Driussi

Out: Colidio, Pezzela, Constantini, Meza (injured), Acuna, Martinez Quarta (yellow cards)

Head coach: Marcelo Gallardo

Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate Head-to-Head Statistics

I have been to very tight meetings in the recent past. In the past five games, River won twice, Velez once and the rest were draws. Interestingly, none of these matches went above two goals, which is indicative of a tactical, defensive competitive match, with both sides being more defensive than offensive. Velez have a way of making life difficult to River at home and put the pressure on her early in the first 20 minutes, whereas River is more likely to expand into the matches as control rises.Considering the current situation between the two teams, it is likely to be another low-scoring and close game.

Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate Betting Trends

• Half-Time Draw - Both teams have demonstrated a lack of decisiveness at an early stage of matches - River in particular will commence matches cautiously when they have bad performances. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.8;
• Under 2 Goals Both teams are not strong in terms of offense, and the H2H history has the heavy tendencies to low-scoring games recently. This option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.74;
• Both Teams to Score - No - Velez are inefficient, River have not scored in consecutive matches and priority on defense is likely to prevail. This option is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 1.61;

San Lorenzo vs Sarmiento Junin Match Prediction 16 November 2025

This is a game which is guided more by caution than ambition. Velez will drive early and make transitions, but the midfield formation of River will provide them with more ball control and space eventually.Nevertheless, there is no trust in the final third by both parts and quality of finish has been low over the last couple of weeks. It is most probably a draw, but River has a talent advantage, which can be sufficient to shift the balance.

Our match prediction: Half-Time Draw for a coefficient of 1.8 in the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: Both Teams to Score - No for a coefficient of 1.61 in the 1xbet bookmaker.