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River Plate vs Boca Juniors, the most anticipated match of the Argentine League, promises to be an epic clash that will have fans at the edge of their seats in the upcoming matchday 15. These two fierce rivals will lock horns at the Monumental Stadium in a heart-stopping match that’s not for the faint of heart.
The Xeneize has the upper hand in their head-to-head battles, winning 78 out of 213 clashes against River Plate’s 70. The last time they faced off was in the legendary Bombonera during matchday 14 of the previous domestic tournament. On that occasion, the home team secured a narrow victory thanks to Darío Benedetto’s goal. Will the Millonario get their revenge this time around?
Join us at JefeBet as we bring you all the juicy details of this highly anticipated match between River Plate and Boca Juniors. We’ve got you covered with probable lineups, the best betting odds, expert predictions, and much more.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the River Plate vs Boca Juniors Argentine League Matchday 15 Game on May 7, 2023
- Where: Estadio Más Monumental, Núñez, Argentina.
- When: Sunday, May 7, 2023, 4:30 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: River Plate (-165) / Tie (+290) / Boca Juniors (+425)
- Unibet Asian Handicap: River Plate (AH -0.75, -120) / Boca Juniors (AH +0.75, +100)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-110) / Under (-135)
- Both teams score: Yes (+100) / No (-140)
All odds are provided by BetMGM
Betting on River Plate
Just two weeks ago, we would have had no doubt that the team coached by Martín Demichelis was a firm candidate to take the three points in this new edition of the Superclásico. However, the current situation has taken an unexpected turn that puts the home team in the obligation to demonstrate why it is the comfortable leader of this tournament.
After an outstanding run of eight consecutive victories in the Argentine League, River Plate drew 1-1 last weekend against Atlético Tucumán, a draw that put an end to a remarkable string of successes. To make matters worse, this past Tuesday, El Millonario suffered a very tough setback against Fluminense by a score of 1-5, which complicated their chances in the Copa Libertadores 2023.
However, soccer gives the opportunity to turn things around, and what better way to get back on the road to success than in your own stadium and against your fierce competitor. The track record is good for Enzo Pérez and company, who have not lost at home to Boca Juniors since the 2017-18 Superliga (1-2). A statistic that is also sustained in every performance of this championship, since the team from Núñez obtained 15 out of 18 points at home. They have not lost in that condition since February 25 when Arsenal beat them by a narrow 2-1 score.
To bring a smile to their fans’ faces, the four-time Libertadores champions will have to rely on their feared offense. The home side has scored 25 goals so far this season, making it the best attacking force in the competition. As if that were not enough, it also owns the second-best defense with six goals conceded in 14 games, only one more than San Lorenzo de Almagro.
Probable lineup (4-3-3): Franco Armani; Milton Casco, Emanuel Mammana, Leandro González Pírez, Marcelo Herrera; Nicolás de la Cruz, Enzo Pérez, Rodrigo Aliendro; Esequiel Barco, Lucas Beltrán, Nacho Fernández.
Betting on Boca Juniors
On the other side of the field comes an emboldened Boca Juniors after a soccer resurgence. Although they are still far from their best form, the visiting team arrives in Núñez in an enviable state of mind. It all began on April 18 with that agonizing success against Deportivo Pereira. Since then, the team from La Ribera has been undefeated, a paradoxical situation if we take into consideration that they had lost three times in a row.
Jorge Almirón seems to have put his stamp on the team, as evidenced by the three celebrations in his last four games. In addition, it is worth noting thatthe Xeneize scored at least two goals in each game of this unbeaten streak. These factors invite us to bet on a high scorer on the part of the visiting team.
However, if they want to take the three points in this Superclásico, Boca will have to go against the statistics, which show that they have lost three of their six away games in the local league. We have to go back to March 31 to find the last celebration of the blue and gold team away from home (3-0 against Barracas Central).
Nevertheless, this Wednesday, they surprised everyone by beating Colo Colo Colo away from home by a categorical 2-0 score. It was an important victory that left Almirón’s team in first place in Group F of the Copa Libertadores and that almost secures a ticket for the round of 16. Will they be able to repeat what they did in Santiago?
Probable lineup (4-3-3): Sergio Romero; Marcelo Weigandt, Jorge Figal, Nicolás Valentini, Valentín Barco; Pol Fernández, Alan Varela, Ezequiel Fernández; Luis Advíncula, Luis Vázquez, Sebastián Villa.
JefeBet Prediction
The host is clearly superior in terms of play, and it is not for nothing that 16 points separate the two teams in the Argentine League standings. In any case, the psychic aspect is a determining factor in this type of match, and that is where the balance is tipped in favor of the visitors. That is why at JefeBet we predict a close tie.
Prediction: Draw (RIV 1-1 BOC).
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