River Plate vs Godoy Cruz Prediction – Argentine Superliga
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Here you will find the best prediction for River Plate vs Godoy Cruz in the Argentine Superleague, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last few games to provide the best prediction for this match between River Plate and Godoy Cruz.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between River Plate vs Godoy Cruz
The best prediction for River Plate vs Godoy Cruz in the Argentine Superleague is less than 2.5 goals. River Plate demonstrates a solid defence and an efficient attack. Godoy Cruz, meanwhile, is struggling in the lower half of the table and has not secured a victory yet. This match is likely to see few goals, as River typically controls proceedings at home. The ideal bet is on under 2.5 goals, anticipating a tightly contested clash with strong defensive displays from both sides.
Match preview: River Plate vs Godoy Cruz
River Plate and Godoy Cruz will meet at the Estadio Octubre 20 in the fifth round of the Argentine Superleague. Historical data suggests a home advantage for River, having won 2 of the last 3 encounters at this ground. In their most recent match here on 12 March 2023, River secured a comfortable 3-0 victory, with goals from Lucas Beltrán (29′ and 61′) and E. Boat (79′). The home factor could play a crucial role, as Godoy Cruz’s performances have varied significantly between home and away fixtures.
Team analysis: River Plate
In their latest match, River played to a stalemate against Independiente (0-0), following another goalless draw at home against San Lorenzo. This team is not heavily influenced by playing at home, showing consistency in their results both at the Estadio Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti and away. Across their last 30 matches, they record 6 wins, 8 draws, and 1 loss when away, scoring 20 and conceding 8, compared to 8 wins and 7 draws at home with 29 goals scored and 11 conceded. They now come into this fixture after drawing away with Libertad (0-0). In the league, River Plate has amassed 18 points from a possible 30, achieving 5 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses in the last 10 games played at home.
River Plate has maintained an unbeaten streak at home for 9 matches, with a half-time score of 0-0 occurring frequently (6 times in 13 games). Their attacking prowess is evident, having scored in 8 of their last 10 league matches. They have never managed to overturn a deficit when conceding the first goal in any of the 5 matches they faced this scenario. Notably, in their last 13 home matches, they have scored 9 of their 21 goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.
River Plate have made a strong start to this season, retaining their unbeaten run and leading the league. The team has demonstrated a solid balance across all departments, managing the tempo of games and capitalising on created opportunities. Playing at home, they will seek to impose their style from the outset, maintaining possession and applying pressure on their rivals. The aim is to secure three points to maintain their position atop the table, with confidence high and strong support from their fans enhancing their chances in this match.
Team analysis: Godoy Cruz
The visiting side sits 23rd in the standings with just 3 points from 3 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses. In their penultimate match, they drew with Talleres Cordoba (0-0) and suffered a home defeat to Gimnasia Platense (1-2) in their last outing. Interestingly, Godoy Cruz has fared better away from home, recording 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses over their last 30 matches as visitors, scoring 13 and conceding 18. By contrast, their home record shows 3 wins, 9 draws, and 3 losses, having scored 14 and conceded 12. They arrive at this fixture following a defeat to Atletico Mineiro (1-2). In the league, Godoy Cruz has secured 10 points from 30 available, with 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses over their last 10 away matches.
In the current competition, Godoy Cruz has failed to win any of their last 6 games on the road. Of the 19 games played, they have conceded the first goal on 8 occasions and have been unable to rebound in those scenarios. Over their past 10 away matches in the league, they have scored only 3 of their 6 goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
Godoy Cruz finds themselves in a difficult situation, still searching for their first victory of the season, firmly at the lower end of the table. The team is keen to break this negative trend and claim their first win. To achieve this, they must enhance their defensive solidity and take better advantage of their attacking opportunities. Playing away from home against the league leaders, a cautious strategy utilising counter-attacks is likely. A positive result here would be pivotal in beginning their recovery and establishing confidence for upcoming matches.
The best prediction for River Plate vs Godoy Cruz
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (guess for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky guess)
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