Henry Roldán
The 2023 Chilean League season got off to a great start and next Saturday Magallanes vs Union La Calera continue the championship action with their match scheduled for matchday 3.
La Academia lost 3-2 to Ñublense the previous day, while Los Cementeros defeated Everton 3-2.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you the preview of the match between Magallanes vs Unión La Calera.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Magallanes vs Union La Calera Chilean Primera Division Matchday 3 Game on February 4, 2023
- Where: Municipal de San Bernardo – San Bernardo, Chile.
- When: Saturday, February 4, 2023, 4:00 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Magallanes (+155) / Tie (+225) / Union La Calera (+163).
- Asian Handicap: Magallanes (-0.5, +160) / Unión La Calera (+0.5, -205).
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+104) / Under (-136).
- Both teams score: Yes (-127) / No (-107)
All odds shown are courtesy of Unibet.
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Betting on Magallanes
Magallanes’ long-awaited return to the first division after 35 years has been rocky, with two losses in the opening two games of the 2023 season.
Despite a promising start to the pre-season with a win over Colo Colo in the Chilean Super Cup, they are yet to earn any points in the league championship. Their next opponent, Unión La Calera, will not be an easy match.
Magallanes began their campaign at home against O’Higgins, one of the tournament leaders, and lost with a late goal in the 80th minute. In their next match, their defense struggled against Ñublense, conceding three goals.
Fans can expect an entertaining match with La Academia, as three of their last four official matches have seen at least three goals scored during regulation time.
Probable lineup (4-3-3):Gastón Rodríguez; Marcelo Filla, Iván Vázquez, Fernando Pinero, Felipe Espinoza; Tomás Aránguiz, Alfred Canales, César Cortés; Thomas Jones, Felipe Flores, Manuel Vicuña.
Betting on Union la Calera
Unión La Calera has lived up to its reputation for providing exciting seasons and 2023 is shaping up to be no different.
Despite a setback in their first game with a 3-1 loss to Cobresal, the Cementeros bounced back with an impressive home win over Everton last week.
As they hit the road again, it’s crucial for Gerardo Ameli’s team to shore up their defense, as they’ve already conceded five goals in two games, making them the fourth team to do so.
Fortunately, their next opponents, Magallanes, have not started the season well, but they are known to be a strong home team, so Union La Calera will have to be extra vigilant to maintain their momentum and continue climbing the table.
Probable lineup (5-3-2): Fernando Otárola, Leandro Díaz, Nelson Acevedo, Juan Pablo Freytes, Tomás Asta-Buruaga, Francisco Salinas, Esteban Valencia, Williams Alarcón, Nicolás Orellana, Juan Carlos Gaete, Brayan Garrido.
JefeBet Prediction
Everything indicates that fun is fully guaranteed this coming Saturday in the encounter between these two teams.
It is true that Magallanes allowed only five goals at home last season in the second division, but Unión La Calera started with good offensive skills and the home team needs to go all out for the victory.
The last time these teams met was in the round of 32 of the Copa Chile in 2019 and the match ended 3-2 in favor of Union La Calera.
Prediction: Over (MAG 2 – ULC 1).
