Newell's Old Boys vs Audax Italiano Prediction: Match without any competitive meaning

Newell's Old Boys will host Audax Italiano in the match of the Copa Sudamericana. Hosts have great results in this campaign. They have five consecutive victories. On the other hand, Audax Italiano is also an ambitious team, and they both are already qualified for the next round. Guests are undefeated in their last 4 matches. Also, they have three consecutive victories. So, in this match both teams will try to remain unbeaten, although this match doesn’t have any major competitive meaning. 

Newell’s Old Boys

Form: DDWDW

Newell’s Old Boys have a perfect score in Copa Sudamericana this season with 5 wins in 5 matches, 10 goals scored, and only 3 conceded. In the group stage of the Copa Sudamericana, Newells Old Boys are in first place and have qualified in the 1/8 finals. On the other hand, they are only in the 11th position of the championship with 29 points, three less than ninth-placed Agentinos Jrs. In the last five games in all competitions, they have three wins and two draws. Angelo Martino, Bruno Pitton, Francisco Gonzalez, and Fabian Angel will miss the upcoming match due to injuries. All other players are ready to welcome the next match and will be at the disposal of manager Gabriel Heinze.

Audax Italiano

Form: WWWW

Audax Italiano are in 2nd place in the table after 5 played rounds. They collected 10 points and have 3 wins, 3 draws, and a defeat. In the last match, they beat Deportes Rengo 2:1 in the National Cup. In the last five matches, Audax Italiano have five wins and an impressive goal difference. They scored 9 goals and conceded only four. 

Expert Betting Tips

Newell’s Old Boys are a slight favorite in this match due to the game at home, although there are ups and downs there as well. Visiting team plays better football, have more stable results recently and will certainly not defend in this match. In the current season, these two teams mostly play matches with more than two goals and offensive football. We expect such efficiency in their mutual meeting as well.