Banfield vs Gimnasia LP Prediction: Both Sides Likely to Improvise their Gameplay Strategies

In the upcoming fixture of the Argentine Primera Division, Banfield will lock horns with Gimnasia, at the Florencio Sola Stadium, Banfield, Buenos Aires. Both teams will be going in the match, with hopes to make this their first victory of the league. The last time Banfield and Gimnasia came together on the field, Gimnasia took the win by (0-2), dominating the scoreline in the first half, and playing defensively in the remaining, maintaining a clean sheet. Team Banfield and Gimnasia have met on 35 occasions. Banfield leads the win count (19-7) while 9 fixtures ended in a draw. Both teams are going through a dry spell, unable to score a single win in their past 5 matches.

Banfield started the league with a stalemate against Union (0-0), but lost to Atletico Huracan in a well-matched encounter. Andres Chavez and Emanuel Olivera teamed to find the net once against Huracan. Banfield’s overall game form features 2 draws and 3 losses, which is why the home side will be desperate for a win. Talking specifically about the home record, Banfield has drawn 7 of its last 14 home fixtures. In 35 matches against Gimnasia, Banfield has scored around 46 goals, averaging 1.31 goals per game. The upcoming game is likely to test the selection of Banfield’s team management, as four players will be unavailable for selection. 

Gimnasia was among the top teams in the first phase of the 2022 Primera Division. However, now it is struggling to even draw matches against Defensa. Gimnasia lost to Defensa (0-2) at home, which certainly is a dent to their reputation early in the season. Gimnasia did manage to have 4 shots on target, but it lacked the power, resilience, and attitude on the field. Coach Sebastian Romero will have to find options in place of its wingers; Ramirez and Dominguez. However, with a limited selection pool, Gimnasia is likely to carry on with the same initial lineup. Talking about Gimnasia LP’s away form, it has drawn 5 of its last 15 away matches, however, the upcoming match is likely to produce a result. With just three goals in the last 5 matches played, Gimnasia averages 0.6 goals per game. It will need young firepower in the attack for scoring early in the match.

From the recent 5 meetings between the two, only one fixture has resulted in a draw and Banfield has dominated in three matches. Hence, Banfield will stand a solid chance of winning over Gimnasia. About the game total, it is expected to be under 2.5 goals this time, with only Banfield to score. The final scoreline is expected to be 1-0 or 2-0.

• Banfield to Win for 2.10
• Correct Score 1-0 for 5.50
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.5