Club Libertad vs River Plate Prediction: The visitors will not lose

Club Libertad vs River Plate: Prediction and odds on the Match on 15 August 2025

Club Libertad welcomes River Plate to the Estadio Dr. Nicolás Leoz for the first leg of their Copa Libertadores 2025 Round of 16 tie, and they know they’re up against one of the toughest opponents in South America. Libertad booked their spot in the knockouts as runners-up in Group H, while River Plate, currently leading the Argentine league, topped Group B in style. 

This isn’t a new clash, either. The two sides met in last season’s Libertadores group stage, with River Plate winning both legs. That campaign ended in disappointment for Libertad, as they dropped into the Copa Sudamericana and were eventually eliminated.

Now, the question is: will this be a shot at redemption for Libertad, or will River Plate once again prove too strong and vanquish Libertad for the third time in a row? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Club Libertad: form and statistics

Form in all competitions: DWWWL

Libertad has been solid, remaining unbeaten in their last four games across all competitions, with three wins and a draw. They are currently 6th placed in the Paraguay Division de Honor Clausura, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and two losses from the 7 league games played. The league is still fresh, and their performance has been above average. Their recent 1-1 draw against Recoleta followed a 4-0 thrashing of Sportivo Ameliano, with Ivan Franco scoring twice, thereby increasing his goal tally in the league to three. 

In the Copa Libertadores, they finished as runners-up in Group H with 2 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss, scoring 6 goals and conceding 5, and earning a total of 9 points from a possible 18. Their home form is decent, with one loss in their last eight home games across all competitions. Will they stand their ground against one of the finest teams in South America?

Club Libertad: Lineup

Coach Sergio Aquino is very lucky as he faces no major injury concerns, but shotstopper Rodrigo Morinigo is doubtful after being subbed off in their 1-1 draw over the weekend. Gustavo Aguilar will take his rightful position upfront, and Ivan Franco will support him from the midfield. 

Player to watch out for: Ivan Franco 

25-year-old Ivan Franco is the team's current top scorer with a total of 3 goals in the league. He is currently valued at 2.1M Euros, and his creativity on the ball is very valuable to the team. 

🔖Club Libertad starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rodrigo Morinigo – Rojas, Diego Viera, Nestor Gimenez, Espinoza– Lucas Sanabria, Alvaro Campuzano, – Joaquin Bogarin, Ivan Franco, Hugo Fernandez– Gustavo Aguilar

👤Head Coach: Sergio Aquino

River Plate: form and statistics

Form in all competitions: DWDWW

As usual, River Plate is consistent this season. They are in red-hot form and unbeaten in their last six games across all competitions, with three wins and two draws. They lead the Argentinian division with 2 wins, 2 draws, and no losses from the newly commenced league. Interestingly, Los Millonarios have conceded only one goal in the league with 7 goals to the good. Their most recent 0-0 draw against Independiente in the league followed a 0-3 league win over SM Tucuman in the Copa Argentina, with 28-year-old defender Gonzalo Montiel scoring a brace.

In the Copa Libertadores, Los Millonarios finished strong with an unbeaten record throughout the group stage. They won 3 games and drew three from the six games played, scoring the most goals in Group B (13) and conceding 7. Their road form is decent with no losses in their last three road games. This game is a very important one for the boys. 

River Plate: Probable Lineup

River Plate: Lineup

It is expected that River Plate will set out in a 4-4-2 Diamond formation that is well balanced between defense and attack. Gonzalo Montiel is a force to be reckoned with, scoring a brace in the Copa Argentina. Coach Marcelo Gallardo is without Germán Pezzella due to injury; his replacement, Maxi Salas, is also out injured until late August. A major problem for Marcelo Gallardo is his long list of injured players, but we believe he will manage the team in the best possible way. 

Player to watch out for: Facundo Colidio 

2000-born forward Facundo Colidio is the team's current top scorer in the league with three goals to his name. He also has a 2-goal tally in the Copa Libertadores, only one short of Sebastian Driussi. 

🔖River Plate starting lineup (4-3-3)

Armani – Montiel, German Pezzella, Lautaro Rivero, Acuna – Matias Galarza, Enzo Perez, Castano, – Miguel Borja, Colidio, Santiago Lencina

👤Head Coach: Marcelo Gallardo

Club Libertad vs River Plate: head to head statistics

River Plate has won all four encounters between the teams, and with the look of things, i believe they will not lose this encounter.  

Club Libertad vs River Plate: Betting Tips & Odds

• River Plate have won all four encounters between the teams, and the option for River Plate to win is offered on the 1xBet bookmaker website for odds of 1.93;
• Club Libertad is without a clean sheet in their last four meetings, and the option for River Plate to score in this game is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 1.27;
• Some experts believe that Club Libertad will win because of their home advantage, and this option is offered in the Bet365 bookmaker at 4.10 odds;

Club Libertad vs River Plate match prediction 15 August 2025

This game is reeking of a victory for the visitors. River Plate hasn't lost a game to Club Libertad, and while this is a bragging rights to River Plate, Club Libertad is plotting how to end the terrible streak. I believe we will witness two teams come all-out for the victory, and we should see goals from both teams. Our first prediction is for River Plate to win or draw this game. Our second will be on the goals option, as I believe Club Libertad will give their all in this game and aim for a minimum of a goal. My last prediction will be for there to be goals in both halves of the game. 

Our match prediction is a win or draw for River Plate and a total of over 1.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.76 in the 1xBet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match is a BTTS (Yes) for a coefficient of 2.04 in the Betway bookmaker.

Lastly, goal in both halves for 2.00 odds in the Bet365 bookmaker.