Lanús
- Atletico Lanus are unbeaten in their last three across all tournaments, after a tense 0-0 draw in the Copa Sudamericana final and a 3-1 win over Atletico Tucuman at the weekend.
- Lanus should edge a close encounter when they face a stubborn Tigre side at Estadio Ciudad de Lanús on Thursday, and according to this Atletico Lanus vs Tigre prediction, they can capitalise on home advantage, seed advantage and recent momentum to secure a quarter-final place.
- Mauricio Pellegrino’s side play a disciplined, possession-based style of soccer and have some players who can create and exploit pockets of space in and around the box, such as Marcelino Moreno, who will be the key to breaking down the compact Tigre block.
Tigre
- Tigre are well-drilled and defensively disciplined under Diego Dabove, but lack the firepower to win this away match.
- Tigre’s biggest quality has been their defensive solidity and ability to sit in a compact shape and counter-punch under coach Diego Dabove.
- They line up in a 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 formation and, although they will not push forward too much, are always a threat on counterattacks.
- They don’t have a standout player up front, but create many chances through teamwork and will strike fast on the counterattack once they regain possession.
Head-to-Head
Lanús have won 8 and lost 4 of 20 previous meetings with Tigre in official competitions (8 draws), and have been the more recent winners of the fixture.
Key Players
- Nahuel Losada
- Lanus’ Nahuel Losada has been in sensational form, saving three penalties in the Sudamericana final shootout, and could be the match-winner on Thursday if the game goes the distance.
- Marcelino Moreno
- Marcelino Moreno will be the key to breaking down the compact Tigre block.
- Carlos Izquierdoz
- Carlos Izquierdoz is the leader of Lanús’ defence, built around his aerial ability, experience and leadership qualities - as he proved when he converted the decisive penalty in the continental final.
Betting Insights
- At 2.11, Lanús are a decent bet to win in 90 minutes because they have a great head-to-head record, will have a passionate home crowd behind them and arrive with the Sudamericana triumph momentum. Furthermore, our Atletico Lanus vs Tigre betting tips highlight the value of backing the home side due to their recent form.
- Both Teams To Score is heavily favored at 1.57, which seems too low for a game that could be closed out by the visitors sitting deep and compact. The Atletico Lanus vs Tigre betting tips suggest considering alternative markets for better value.
Prediction
- A 1-0 or 2-1 Lanús win seems the most likely outcome, although the draw is also at an appealing odds of 2.91, so take that for insurance.
- They may have to rely on a one-goal victory here, although a tie and overtime is possible if Dabove’s men can frustrate the hosts.
