Club Atletico Belgrano vs River Plate Prediction: Expect a High Scoring Game

In the upcoming fixture of the Argentine Primera Division, Matchday 2, Club Atletico Belgrano will take on River Plate at the Estadio Julio César Villagra Club Atlético Belgrano in Cordoba. River Plate registered its first win of the season in the opening game against Central Cordoba de Santiago (0-2). On the other hand, Belgrano is coming off a draw against Racing Club (0-0). The last time these two sides played, the game ended in a draw (0-0). Continue reading to find out more about the two sides and expected outcomes from the match.

In the recent 5 matches played between the two sides, River Plate has secured wins in three, whereas Belgrano managed to win just one game. In 4 of the last 5 matches, the game total was over 2.5 goals and both sides managed to score. Hence, the upcoming fixture is likely to produce a qualitative result.

Going in the game, Club Atletico Belgrano is coming off a draw against Racing Club (0-0), in which Ivan Ramirez, Geronimo Tomasetti, Ulises Sanchez, and Francisco Oliver were sent on the field with a very clear message of attacking. Belgrano had a possession of 30%, with just 1 goal on target. Belgrano was lucky enough in securing a draw against Racing. For the upcoming home game, Belgrano will back itself as it has scored at an average of 1.70 goals per game in the last 10 home games. Moreover, the goal conceding rate is just 0.60, which is quite economical. The last 5 games recorded a total of 5 goals, averaging 1 goal per game, which makes Belgrano likely to score a goal at least. 

• Rojas
• Garcia
• Compagnucci

Going in the matchup, River Plate is coming off a win against Central Cordoba (0-2), in which Ignacio Fernandez and Pablo Solari scored goals. River Plate’s defenders; Mammana, Casco, Maidana, and Herrera were spot on in keeping down Cordoba’s attack. In the last 10 away games, River Plate has a goal scoring average of 1.60 goals per game, Moreover, the stat that makes River Plate favorite is its goal conceding average of just 0.50 goals in the last 10 away games. The goal scoring rate and the proven track record is likely to take River Plate over the line, with a total of over 2.5 goals.

• Ignacio Fernandez
• Rodrigo Allendro
• Enzo Perez

Going in the matchup, River Plate will be the favorite to win as it possesses a decent track record and consistent performances over the past season. Moreover, the head-to-head record also favors River Plate to win, and score two or more goals. Hence, both sides are likely to score, with an overall game total of over 2.5 goals.

• River Plate to Win for 1.80
• Total Goals Over 2.5 for 2.15
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2