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Platense vs Águila Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 20-09-2026
Sep 2021:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Platense 1-0 Newells Old Boys
PlatenseDrawNewells Old Boys
Over 2.5 goalsNo (36%)
Both teams to scoreNo (42%)
As Platense face Newells Old Boys in Liga Profesional Argentina – Clausura - 10 on September 20, 2026, both teams will be looking to capitalize on the current league standings to secure a vital win. This match promises to be intriguing, given the contrasting forms and tactics displayed by the teams throughout the season.
Team form
Platense
Platense has struggled significantly in their recent games. In their last five matches, they only managed to score one goal, averaging 0.4 goals per game, while conceding 0.6. Despite a strong squad featuring players like G. Mainero and I. Gomez, they have recorded three draws and two losses in their last encounters, including a disappointing 0-2 home defeat against Estudiantes L.P. They currently sit in 12th place with 16 points, showing a pressing need for redemption.
Newells Old Boys
Newells Old Boys, on the other hand, have also struggled but show a slightly better offensive output, registering an average of 0.4 goals in their last five fixtures alongside a concerning 1.8 goals conceded per match. They come into the fixture after drawing their last match against Velez Sarsfield and have not won in their last five outings, highlighting their vulnerabilities. Positioned 14th with 15 points, their recent performances need improvement if they wish to escape the lower bracket of the standings.
Head-to-head
Encounters between Platense and Newells Old Boys have produced mixed results in recent times. The last five face-offs resulted in two draws (1-1) and a varied mix of both teams showcasing moments of attacking flow, with Platense winning one of the earlier clashes 2-2, while Newells did slightly better with an odd win on home turf in 2022 (3-1). The head-to-head stats indicate a relatively balanced rivalry, suggesting potential fireworks as both seek to establish their dominance.
Key factors
Key factors to consider include the strategic game plans of each coach. Platense under Walter Zunino retains a slightly more dominant ball possession average of 52%, which may allow them to control the game tempo. However, Newells Old Boys, directed by Lucas Bernardi, has been forced to court counter-attacks with a four-man defensive setup. Their lower average possession at 39% hints they might opt to play on the break and capitalize on any mistakes made by Platense’s defenders.
Prediction
In tactically analyzing their playing styles and conditions, while Platense struggles to convert opportunities into goals, their home advantage and general control lend them a psychological edge. Furthermore, Newells Old Boys showcases defensive frailties that Platense may exploit. Given the predicted scoring metrics favoring Platense, they appear inclined toward a narrow win scenario, driven by home momentum and necessity to recapture form. Thus the angle leans strongly toward a Platense victory in front of their supporters.
Overall, based on the prevailing trends, Platense steps into this fixture as the expected victor, while Newells Old Boys continues to grapple with inadequate performance levels.
Match info
Tournaments:
Primera Division(Apertura - 11)
Referee:
No information
Statistics
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Recent Form
Platense
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Águila
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Inter | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 19 |
| 2 |  Isidro Metapán | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 19 |
| 3 |  FAS | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17 |
| 4 |  Municipal Limeño | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
| 5 |  Firpo | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 14 |
| 6 |  Atletico Balboa | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 7 |  Platense | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 8 |  Águila | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 11 |
| 9 |  Inca Aruba | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 11 |
| 10 |  Alianza | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 |
| 11 |  Cacahuatique | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 7 |
| 12 |  Fuerte San Francisco | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 6 |
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