Talleres Cordoba vs Lanus Prediction: Can Talleres return to victories at home?

In the upcoming fixture of Primera Division Argentina, Talleres Cordoba will face Lanus at Stadium Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba. The home side head here after a draw (0-0) against Dep. Riestra. The visitors come into this game after a win (1-0) against Boca Juniors.

Betting tips and odds are provided below.

Deportivo Riestra and Talleres Córdoba played to a 0–0 draw. Talleres Córdoba controlled 68 percent of the possession in the first half and Deportivo Riestra just 32 percent. Talleres dominated possession but, with only four attempts on goal, two of them on target, they failed to convert many clear cut chances, while Riestra managed seven attempts, none of which were directly on target. Talleres also had the defensive solidity, blocking three opponent shots, as well as winning nine free kicks and three corners. In the second half Talleres Córdoba kept dominating, increasing possession to 70%, while Deportivo Riestra kept more in reserve, at 30%. Riestra, however, had six attempts on goal to Talleres’ four. Deportivo Riestra, however, were more dangerous and the Talleres goalkeeper had to make two saves. Talleres Córdoba accumulated 69% possession overall, a clear indicator of how they dominated the contest, and Deportivo Riestra only managed 31%. In terms of shots on goal, Deportivo Riestra had attempted more, 13 shots to Talleres' eight, but only two of the attackers' shots were on target, the same as the visitors'. Talleres could have no complaints about the result as they dominated the game, but failed to turn their possession and territorial dominance into goals, as both sides proved to be evenly matched and a very physical affair. With this result, Talleres Cordoba is in 4th place in the table with 33 points. In the last 5 league games, the team has recorded 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss, with a record of 24 goals scored and 20 goals conceded.

Lanús won 1-0 to Boca Juniors in a match that was played out equally, with Lanus making the most of their chances. Boca Juniors dominated possession in the first half, with 61 percent of the ball, but failed to create much offensively. Boca threatened Lanús only four times, of which only one was on target, and Lanús had three shots, none of them troubling. The game was tight, played in midfield and both teams were happy to avoid any major risks. They changed the game in the second half, when Lanús brought on Eduardo Salvio in the 46th minute. In attack his presence was felt, and in the 79th minute he capitalized on Marcelo Moreno's assist to put Lanús ahead. Boca may have had the ball for more of the second half, but Lanús were more incisive, attempting 15 shots to Boca's four. Lanús' defense remained well organized and solid, the away team continued to try to react but, without much success. Boca, overall, held possession at 61%, but Lanús were more aggressive in attack with 18 shots to eight of Boca's. In contrast, Lanús only managed two goalkeeper interventions, while Boca Juniors' defense had to work harder, with four goalkeeper interventions. Lanús' victory puts them in a good place, while Boca leave the pitch frustrated with their finishing not being sharp enough. With this result, Lanús is in 23th place in the table with 23 points. In the last 5 league games, the team has recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with a record of 20 goals scored and 27 goals conceded.

In the last 5 games between these 2 teams, Lanus has won 4, and they drew another. Goals were scored in 5 games, but with both teams scoring in just 2 of those matches.

Talleres Cordoba are favorites as they play at home and are expected to win.