Tomás Yelmini
Argentine soccer enters its last week of action sooner than in previous years, since there will be a break for the World Cup in Qatar. This Thursday, October 20, Argentine First Division will continue the Gimnasia vs Boca Matchday 23 game that was suspended weeks ago due to unfortunate incidents between fans and the police. Gimnasia vs Boca Juniors, playing 81 crucial minutes for the definition of the Professional League.
The home team needs to win to stay in contention until the last matchday, while Boca Juniors’ defeat against Newell’s, has allowed Racing to move closer to the top of the table and has given hopes to the teams from further down, including Thursday’s opponent.
At JefeBet we tell you the probable lineups, how teams will arrive and the predictions and odds for this Gimnasia vs Boca Juniors.
Predictions, Odds and Betting Preview for the Gimnasia vs Boca Juniors Argentine First Division Matchday 23 Game on October 20, 2022
- Where: Juan Carmelo Zerillo Stadium – Buenos Aires, Argentina
- When: Thursday, October 20, 2022, 2 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Gimnasia (+200) / Tie (+185) / Boca Juniors (+160)
- Asian Handicap: Gimnasia (-0.25, +140), Boca Juniors (+0.25, -205)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+160) / Under (-225)
- Both teams score: Yes (+105) / No (-145).
All odds shown are courtesy of DraftKings
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Gimnasia’s preview
Gimnasia played against Argentinos Juniors on Monday in a key duel for Copa Libertadores qualification, and will host Boca Juniors with less than 48 hours of rest. It is the team that conceded the least goals throughout the tournament, with only 14 goals conceded, so no Tripero fan can complain about a season that was much better than expected.
Nicolás Colazo, who has completed his suspension, is expected to return to the starting lineup, while they are waiting nervously for Brahian Alemán, the Uruguayan midfielder who has been sidelined for the last few matches due to a slight tear.
Probable lineup (5-3-2): Rodrigo Rey, Guillermo Enrique, Oscar Piris, Leonardo Morales, Guillermo Fratta and Nicolás Colazo, Tomás Muro, Agustín Cardozo and Brahian Alemán or Alan Lescano, Franco Soldano and Ramón Sosa.
Boca Juniors Preview
Boca Juniors had been on an unstoppable rhythm, not precisely because of the game, but because of the number of consecutive victories. However, they lost 2-0 away to Newell’s in Rosario and the alarm bells went off.
Although they never stood out because of their game, some individual performances, such as those of youth player Luca Langoni, had given Boca Juniors a lot up to this point. However, other players with more experience, such as Guillermo Fernández or Luis Advíncula, did not show a good level.
Probable lineup (4-4-2) : Agustín Rossi, Luis Advíncula, Carlos Zambrano, Facundo Roncaglia, Frank Fabra, Pol Fernández, Alan Varela, Martín Payero, Óscar Romero, Sebastián Villa or Luca Langoni and Darío Benedetto.
JefeBet Prediction
This match is a real final, since Gimnasia must win if it wants to stretch its title aspirations to the last date, while Boca will play with the final result of Racing in mind. In other words, it is a match with a lot of pressure on both sides, but due to history and individual hierarchy, at JefeBet we believe Boca Juniors will win.
Prediction: Boca Juniors wins 1 to 0
