Tomás Yelmini
Get ready for a weekend full of soccer action in the country of world champions, as matchday 13 of the Argentine First Division is set to take place. One of the most interesting games to follow is the clash between Barracas Central vs Defensa y Justicia.
Barracas Central is a team with little experience in the top division and that carries with it many issues. This team will face off against Defensa y Justicia, which has been a protagonist for years and which always provides exciting matches.
Considering all of the above, JefeBet brings you all the information on both teams, including the odds and predictions for this clash between Barracas Central vs Defensa y Justicia, a match that will be played on Monday, April 24 at the Claudio Chiqui Tapia, in Buenos Aires.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Barracas Central vs Defensa y Justicia Argentine First Division Matchday 13 Game on April 24, 2023
- Where: Claudio Chiqui Tapia Stadium – Buenos Aires, Argentina
- When: Monday, April 24, 2023, 1.30 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Barracas Central (+200) / Tie (+225) / Banfield (+130)
- Asian Handicap: Barracas Central (+0.5, -180), Banfield (-0.5, +120)
- Over/Under (1.5): Over (-285) / Under (+190)
- Both teams score: Yes (-125) / No (-115)
Odds provided by DraftKings.
Betting on Barracas Central
Barracas Central did not start off on the right foot and lost its coach early on. But, after Rodolfo de Paoli’s departure, they quickly hired the experienced Sergio Rondina to take on the team’s challenging present. El Guapo has accumulated 13 points in the 12 matchdays played so far, and it is clear that it cannot afford to let its guard down, as it is not far from the relegation zone.
Looking at some statistics, it is clear why the team has been struggling: it is the second team with the fewest shots on goal, with only 34. This is surprising, considering this team is among the nine teams with the highest ball possession percentage in the tournament: 52.25%. Except for the unusual match against Sarmiento, which ended in a 5-3 score, Barracas has never scored more than one goal per game. In fact, the team recently drew 0-0 against Vélez.
Probable lineup (3-5-2): Andrés Desábato; Brian Calderara, Francisco Álvarez and Juan Ignacio Díaz; Mauro Penipil, Carlos Arce, Iván Tapia, Rodrigo Insúa and Facundo Mater; Bruno Sepúlveda and Ricardo Centurión.
Betting on Defensa y Justicia
Julio Vaccari’s team has been performing very well in its recent matches. Defensa y Justicia has won two matches in a row in the Argentine League (three if we count its victory against América MG in Copa Sudamericana), and now it is in the contention for the top places. The team is currently sitting in 5th place. Defensa y Justicia comes into this match after a 1-0 win against Instituto at home.
This team has a good ball possession percentage (ranking 10th in that regard) and is very direct in attack, with 52 shots on goal. Although it is somewhat undisciplined (having received the most yellow cards with 38), it is one of three teams that have not been penalized with penalties. Nicolás Fernández is the team’s most dangerous player, having scored 7 goals, and David Barbona is its playmaker, with 3 assists.
Probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Luis Unsain; Agustín SantAnna, Julián Malatini, Tomás Cardona and Alexis Soto; Kevin Gutiérrez and Julián López; Gabriel Alanís, David Barbona and Santiago Solari; Nicolás Fernández.
JefeBet Prediction
Despite the challenge of playing in two competitions at the same time, Defensa y Justicia maintains its playing style and its best resources. At JefeBet, we believe this team will win against a vulnerable Barracas Central team.
Prediction: Both teams score: No (BAR 0-2 DEF).
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