Club Nacional vs Defensor Sporting Prediction: Nacional Leading the Table Standings

In the upcoming fixture of the Uruguayan Primera Division, Clausura Matchday 12, Nacional will take on Defensor Sporting at the Estadio Gran Parque Central in Montevideo. Going in the game, Nacional stands 1st with 7 wins and 24 points from 11 games played. On the other hand, Defensor Sporting even finds itself in the top 5 standings with 7 wins and 22 points. Both teams ae enjoying a decent run in the tournament; however, Nacional will be the potential favorite to win tomorrow. When the last time these two sides played against each other, Nacional won 0-1. 

Club Nacional - Carrying an Unbeaten Run (DDDWW)

Going in the game, Nacional is carrying an unbeaten run which is quite phenomenal. Going in the game, Nacional is coming off draws against Fenix (1-1), Cerro Largo (1-1), and River Plate (1-1). Nacional’s only wins in the last five games played came against Boston River (1-0) and Plaza Colonia (1-3). With a goal-scoring average of 1.2 goals per game, Nacional will look to build on their reputation and win. Moreover, Nacional hasn’t lost to Defensor Sporting in their last 5 meetings, making them the favorite to win again. Nacional is ranked 2nd best at home this season, meaning that Defensor will have to play out of their nerves to win. Leo Coelho, Emanuel Gigliotti, and Mathias Laborda will look to take their goal-scoring chances and move forward. 

Defensor Sporting - Coming off a Win Against Albion (WWDLW)

Going in the game, River Plate has shown decent commitment and aggression as they have won against Albion (2-0) and Cerrito (1-2). With a goal-scoring average of 1 goal per game, Defensor Sporting might revamp their strategy a little as they have to push them toward the striking zone against Nacional. Taking no credit from Defensor, they have stayed unbeaten in their last 9 away games. Going in the game, much will depend on the likes of Alan Matturro Romero and Agustin Ocampo.

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, both teams have legitimate stats favoring them; however, I will predict Nacional to win and score two or more goals in the winning cause. The game total is expected to be over 2.5, and both teams to score.

• Club Nacional Montevideo to Win for 1.5
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.99
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.968