Velez Sarsfield vs Newell’s Old Boys Prediction: Newell’s Looking to Move in the Top 10 Standings

Velez Sarsfield will take on Newell’s Old Boys at the Estadio Jose Amalfitano, Buenos Aires in the upcoming fixture of the Argentine Primera Division. Going in the game, Velez Sarsfield stands 27th with a win and 12 points from 16 games played. On the other hand, Newell’s Old Boys stands 14th with 5 wins and 20 points. Though Velez Sarsfield leads the head-to-head statistics with 10 wins, Newell’s will be the favorite to win tomorrow. 

Velez Sarsfield - Coming off a Denting Defeat Against Flamengo (LDDLD)

Going in the game, Velez Sarsfield is coming off a defeat against Flamengo (0-4), in which the goal-scoring opportunities were completely dried off. Velez Sarsfield might play with a balanced formation with a goal-scoring average of 1.1 goals per game. In the past 6 meetings, Velez Sarsfield hasn’t lost to Newell’s; however, tomorrow, we are expecting the stats to swing against their favor. 

Key Players for Velez Sarsfield

• Abiel Osorio
• Nicolas Garayalde
• Maximo Perrone
• Walter Bou

Newell’s Old Boys - Coming off a Defeat Against Godoy Cruz (LLWLD)

Going in the game, Newell’s Old Boys is coming off a close defeat against Godoy Cruz (1-2) in which only Javier Perez was able to score, and then the goals dried up. With a goal-scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, Newell’s might look to secure a draw and play with a defensive approach. The team’s formation is likely to be 4-3-3, with Rodriguez and Garcia leading the attack.

Key Players for Newell’s Old Boys

• Ramiro Sordo
• Francisco Gonzalez
• Gustavo Velazquez

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, I am predicting a draw as both teams are quite balanced on paper. The game total is expected to be under 2.5, and both teams to score a goal each. 

• Draw for 3.16
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.16
• Correct Score 1-1 for 6