America-MG vs Defensa y Justicia Prediction: Defensa Motivated to Secure the Top Spot

In the upcoming fixture of Copa Sudamericana, Matchday 4, Group F, America-MG will be up against Defensa y Justicia at the Estádio Raimundo Sampaio. According to the table standings of today, America-MG stands 3rd with just a win and 4 points, whereas Defensa y Justicia stands 2nd with 6 points. If Defensa manages to surprise America-MG, the table standings could present a different scenario. The last time these two teams played against each other, Defensa produced a win (2-1) at home. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup. 

America-MG - Coming off Two Consecutive Wins (WWLDL)

Going in the matchup, America-MG is coming off a fantastic win against Fortaleza (2-1), in which Breno Cascardo scored the opening goal with an assist made by Leonardo Martinez. Next, Felipe Azevedo took charge, scoring the second goal in the 33rd minute of play. With 2 wins, 2 defeats, and a draw in the last five matches played, America-MG will be looking to outsmart Defensa while playing at home. America-MG has produced two consecutive wins at home, making them favorite for winning against Defensa. Talking about the scoring, America-MG has produced 7 goals and conceded 9 goals in the last five matches played. Continuing with a scoring average of 1.40 goals per game, the home side will be looking competent toward scoring at least a goal. 

Expected Opening Lineup for America-MG

Cambell, Coronel, Maciel, Olivera, Insua, Bertolo, Remedi, Aleman, N.Sosa, S.Sosal. 

Defensa y Justicia - Coming off a Defeated Against Rosario (LDDWW)

After managing two consecutive wins and drawn fixtures in the last five matches played, Defensa lost to Rosario Central (2-1) in the recent fixture of the Argentine Primera Division. In the last outing against Rosario, Rodrigo Bogarin scored the opening goal in the 10th minute of play. In the last five matches played, Defensa has produced 8 goals, averaging 1.60 goals per game. In contrast to the scoring average, Defensa y Justicia has conceded just 4 goals, averaging 0.80 goals per game. Talking about Defensa y Justicia’s recent away form, it has managed to secure a draw and lost to Rosario. Considering the previous win against America-MG, Defensa will be looking to at least produce a draw, if not a win.

Expected Opening Lineup for Defensa y Justicia

Usain, Zalazar, Marco, Colombo, Alanis, Gutierrez, Togni, Duarte, Galvan, Ortiz, Rios.

Expert Betting Tips

For the upcoming matchup, both sides will be looking forward to securing a win and three win points at stake. America-MG has won just 2 of the last 10 matches played across all competitions, whereas Defensa y Justicia has been successful in 4 matches. With both teams striking over 1.40 goals per game, I am predicting both teams to score. The match total is likely to be over 2.5 goals. The final result is likely to be a draw or Defensa y Justicia to win by a margin of 1 goal. 

• Double Chance - Defensa y Justicia Or X for 1.83
• Total Over 2.5 for 1.93
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.80