Laura Rozo
Nacional Potosí vs El Nacional will be another of the exciting duels that will kick off this Copa Libertadores 2023. The soccer in South America begins its official matches and The Copa Libertadores begins its 64th edition.
For this match, two representatives of Bolivia and Ecuador will be facing each other to earn a ticket for the next stage of the continent’s most important club tournament. The preseason in general took longer than usual, and so far the teams are getting into a rhythm to continue competing.
Without further ado, at JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions and other information on the duel between these two teams, Nacional Potosí vs El Nacional, a decisive match in the first phase of the Copa Libertadores 2023.
We encourage you to check out our reviews of BetMGM and Unibet, the odds’ providers for this preview.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Nacional Potosi vs El Nacional Copa Libertadores First Stage Game on February 8, 2023
- Where: Hernando Siles Olympic Stadium, La Paz, Bolivia
- When: Wednesday, February 08, 2023, 7:00 PM ET
- BetMGM Moneyline: Nacional Potosí (+135) / Tie (+230) / El Nacional (+185)
- Unibet Asian Handicap: Nacional Potosi (AH -0.5, +145) / El Nacional (AH +0.5, -177)
- BetMGM Over/Under (2.5): Over (-110), Under (-135)
- Both Teams Score from BetMGM: Yes (-130), No (-110)
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Nacional Potosí Preview
In its most recent match against Oriente Petrolero for the Bolivian First Division tournament, Nacional Potosí lost by a score of 3-0. This was a cause of concern among their fans as in only five minutes Héctor Sánchez and Maximiliano Caire, from Oriente, scored two goals.
The team led by Víctor Hugo Andrada finished fourth in the Bolivian tournament overall standings during the 2022 season and won a ticket to the first stage of the Copa Libertadores. With the illusion of their debut in the most important club tournament in the continent, “El Equipo del Pueblo” hopes to win this match and leave a good impression.
Possible Nacional Potosí lineup (4-4-2):David Cabezas; Jerry Parrales, Jhonnier Chalá, Andrés Micolta, Bryan Nazareno; Jorge Ordóñez, Jefferson Valverde, Madison Julio, Maicon Solís; Gustavo Asprilla, Byron Palacios.
El Nacional Preview
The Ecuadorian team has yet to make its debut in its domestic league. However, it has played several international friendly matches, and it has achieved very good results. On January 21 they played against Deportivo Cali of Colombia, winning with an impressive 3-0.
After finishing in the third place of the Copa Ecuador Ecuabet 2022, they earned their ticket to Libertadores 2023. For this Nacional Potosí vs El Nacional clash, the visitors are expected to present their new players and the youthfulness of their own squad is expected to have an effect on the visitors.
Possible lineup (4-4-2): Héctor Espínola; Claudio Núñez, Carlos Rolón, Francisco Báez, Fernando Román; Feliciano Brizuela, Edgardo Orzusa, Jordan Santacruz, Mathías Martínez; Carlos Arrúa, Cristhian Ocampos.
JefeBet Prediction
Considering their current form, we believe that the away team will win this Nacional Potosi vs El Nacional match.
The Ecuadorian team had a great preseason and showed great virtues that they can take advantage of in this international competition. Because of their new signings and the physical advantage they will have over the Bolivians, it is possible that they will win the match.
Prediction: El Nacional wins 1-0.
