Laura Rozo
Get ready for an epic match this coming Sunday, as Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes face off in a thrilling clash for matchday 16 of the Argentine First Division. These two teams are separated by just a few points, and a win could have a significant impact on their positions in the stanfings. Both clubs are in the top 5 of the First Division, which is becoming better every week.
At JefeBet, we’ve got you covered with our analysis, predictions, odds, and other essential information for the Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes match. These two Argentine teams will provide an unforgettable spectacle that you won’t want to miss.
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Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes Argentine First Division Matchday 16 Game on May 14, 2023
- Where: Norberto “Tito” Tomaghello Stadium, Florencio Varela, Argentina
- When: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 1:00 PM. ET
- Moneyline: Defensa y Justicia (+150) / Tie (+210) / Estudiantes (+180)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+125) / Under (-185)
- Both teams score: Yes (-105) / No (-135)
All odds for this Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes game are courtesy of BetMGM
Betting on Defensa y Justicia
The home team is going through a very good moment in this 2023 season. Led by Julio Vaccari, the team sits in third place in the domestic tournament, nine points behind the leader, River Plate. With eight wins and four draws, the Auriverde team has accumulated 28 points, so this Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes game is crucial for them to climb up the standings.
In its latest match, the Defensa team drew 0-0 against San Lorenzo, one of its direct rivals. Unfortunately, the team was dominated in both halves of the match and failed to create any significant chances to threaten Augusto Batalla’s goal.
In this challenge, the team from Florencio Varela aims to extend its undefeated streak, which currently stands at seven matches in a row without a loss in the top division. Moreover, playing at its stadium, the Defensa y Justicia team has not lost against Estudiantes de La Plata in any of the last three matches.
Possible lineup (4-3-3): Ezequiel Unsain; Agustín Sant’Anna, Nazareno Colombo, Tomás Cardona, Alexis Soto; Julián López, Kevin Gutiérrez, David Barbona; Santiago Solari, Juan Bautista Miritello, Gastón Togni.
Betting on Estudiantes de la Plata
The visiting team comes to this Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes match with clear objectives: to reduce the gap with Talleres and its direct opponent at this stage of the tournament. Eduardo Dominguez’s team has achieved eight victories, three draws, and lost only three times. With these results, the team stands in fifth place in the local league with 28 points.
In its latest game, Estudiantes won 2-0 against Vélez, with Gastón Benedetti scoring both goals and being the standout player. However, the statistics do not favor the team from La Plata, who has not won on this pitch against Defensa y Justicia since 2015.
Possible lineup (3-1-4-2): Mariano Andújar; Santiago Núñez, Luciano Lollo, Zaid Romero; Jorge Rodríguez; Leonardo Godoy, Gastón Benedetti, Santiago Ascacíbar, Fernando Zuqui; Benjamín Rollheiser, Mateo Pellegrino.
JefeBet Prediction
Even though both teams have performed similarly, Defensa y Justicia has a better track record. Due to the quality of its squad, the Auriverdes might go for the points mercilessly, but it will face a tough Estudiantes side that is improving and has won four matches in a row. What is clear is that it will be a highly contested match.
Based on its previous performances, at JefeBet, we believe that this Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes match will end up in a home team victory.
Prediction: Moneyline of Defensa y Justicia (DEF 1-0 EST).
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