Newell’s Old Boys vs Boca Juniors Prediction – Argentine Superliga
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Here you will find the best prediction for Newell’s Old Boys vs Boca Juniors in the Argentine Superleague, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, reviewing their recent performances and key statistics from their latest games to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Newell’s Old Boys and Boca Juniors.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Newell’s Old Boys and Boca Juniors
The best prediction for Newell’s Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or treble bet suggestion)
Both teams to score (risky bet)
Do both teams score? Yes
Match preview: Newell’s Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Newell’s Old Boys and Boca Juniors meet at the Marcelo Alberto Bielsa stadium for the 11th match of the Argentine Superleague. The history of head-to-head matches at this venue favours the visiting team, with Boca Juniors winning 4 of the last 5 encounters and losing just 1. Notably, in their last match here on 09‑12‑2024, Boca Juniors triumphed with a scoreline of 0-1, courtesy of Kevin Zenon’s solitary goal in the 55th minute. The home advantage may prove pivotal in this match, as Boca Juniors has exhibited inconsistent performances when playing away compared to their home games.
Team analysis: Newell’s Old Boys
Currently positioned 27th, Newell’s Old Boys has recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, amassing just 3 points. Their recent match saw them draw 1-1 against Estudiantes away, following another draw at home against Belgrano (0-0). The team’s performances have not heavily depended on home advantage, yielding similar results regardless of venue. In their last 30 matches, they have achieved 2 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses as visitors, scoring 9 goals while conceding 22, compared to their home record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, with 13 scored and 20 conceded. Over their last 5 home games in the league, Newell’s Old Boys has recorded 1 victory, 1 draw, and 3 losses, earning only 4 points from a possible 15. They have conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 league fixtures, indicating a frail defence. Historically, they have struggled to score first, managing to do so in just 2 of their last 10 league matches, both of which they led at halftime and subsequently won. In all 10 competition games, they have been unable to overturn the scoreline in the 7 encounters where they conceded first. Noteworthy highlights from their last 20 home matches across all competitions include scoring 7 of their 17 total goals in the last 15 minutes of play, while conceding 9 of their 25 goals within the same period.
Newell’s Old Boys will take to the pitch determined to leverage their home advantage and secure a crucial victory. Despite showing glimpses of good form, consistent performance is essential to challenge a formidable opponent like Boca Juniors. The match promises to be significant, and an assertive attack will be vital.
Team analysis: Boca Juniors
In their penultimate match, Boca Juniors won away against Central Cordoba SDE 0-3. In their latest encounter, they secured a home win against Defensa y Justicia, thrashing them 4-0. This is a team that thrives on home support, registering notably better performance at home than away, as demonstrated by their last 30 games which include 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses as visitors, and a total of 12 goals scored and 16 conceded. At home, however, they dominated with 11 wins, 3 draws, and just 1 defeat, netting 30 goals while conceding only 9. Boca Juniors has earned 7 points from a possible 12 in their last 4 away games, comprising 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss. Their attack is consistently potent, having scored in 8 of their last 10 league games. They are adept at scoring first, having netted the opener in 8 of those 10 matches, maintaining their lead at halftime and ending 90 minutes in front on 7 occasions. Furthermore, in their last 20 away matches across all competitions, they have scored 7 of their 18 goals within the final 15 minutes while conceding 8 of their 21 goals in the same timeframe.
Boca Juniors arrives full of confidence following a string of positive results. With a seasoned and skilled squad, they are aware that this match is pivotal in their quest to climb the table. The onus is on Boca to control the match and avoid being caught out by Newell’s.
The best prediction for Newell’s Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or treble bet suggestion)
Both teams to score (risky bet)
Do both teams score? Yes