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Betting Tips for This Week

Quick Tips:

• Gimnasia vs Estudiantes: BET – OVER 2 @ 1.89
• Independiente vs San Martín de San Juan: BET – Independiente -1 @ 1.81

Gimnasia vs Estudiantes

Gimnasia LP’s performance has been slipping as they fail to find winning form in the league. Last week, the team suffered a 2-0 loss against Talleres despite the opposition fielding a rotated squad. With five matches gone since their last victory (two draws, three losses), Gimnasia are now out of the playoff zone, hanging precariously on 12 points due to poor goal difference. On the brighter side, their home form has shown resilience with two wins and two draws in their last four games. Gastón Suso, their captain, is expected to return from suspension to boost their chances.

Estudiantes are enduring their own struggles. Following a lackluster performance, they lost 1-0 at home to Belgrano, marking a dismal stretch of four matches without a win. Their sole point from these four games keeps them just inside the playoff zone of Group A with 19 points, though consecutive away losses have worsened their prospects. Midweek Copa Libertadores results were also challenging, as they fell 2-1 to Universidad de Chile. However, reinforcements in the form of Guido Carrillo and Santiago Arzamendia, who return from suspension, will likely inject some much-needed energy into the squad.

This heated La Plata derby is crucial for both teams. Gimnasia must secure a win to stay in the playoff race, while Estudiantes desperately need to hold onto their position. Given the stakes, an early goal could spark an intense, open contest where a draw will likely not be enough for the hosts. An outcome featuring two goals seems very plausible.

BET: OVER 2 @ 1.89

Independiente vs San Martín de San Juan

Independiente continues to demonstrate why they’re among the top teams in the league. Last weekend, they managed a commendable 1-1 draw against Lanús on the road, even with head coach Julio Vaccari choosing to rest most regular players. This extended their unbeaten streak in the Torneo Apertura to eight matches (four wins and four draws), keeping them level with Rosario Central at the summit of Group B with 25 points. Their home form is impeccable too—an unbeaten run extending to 19 matches, including 12 wins and seven draws. On Tuesday, they secured a 2-1 victory against CA Boston River in Copa Sudamericana action, highlighting their strong momentum. With all starters fit and available for their weekend game, expectations are high.

San Martín de San Juan’s fortunes tell a different story. Their 1-0 home loss against San Lorenzo last weekend marks their fourth consecutive defeat without scoring a single goal. As they languish in last place on both aggregate and point-average tables, their record of just six points after 12 rounds is dire. To make matters worse, their last six away matches, including carryovers from the second division, have yielded only two points. Their challenges show no signs of abating.

With Independiente’s regular starters back in action and confidence running high, plus hosting one of the league’s least defensively capable sides, it’s difficult to envision anything other than a comfortable home win.

BET: Independiente -1 @ 1.81

Disclaimer

Bet responsibly and ensure you never wager more than you can afford to lose. The tips provided here reflect insights from Asianconnect and are intended for informational purposes only, not as financial advice. Always assess risk and exercise caution when betting on sports.

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