Estudiantes de la Plata
- Estudiantes de la Plata have won both of their home league matches this season.
- Their 4-4-1-1 system has helped to create a strong home record this term, averaging 1.5 goals scored and just 0.5 conceded per home match.
- Estudiantes’ impressive start to the season includes an unbeaten run of 5 league matches (W2, D3).
Sarmiento
- Sarmiento have failed to win any of their three away league games, averaging just 0.33 goals per game on the road in Liga Profesional - Apertura 2026.
- Sarmiento boss Facundo Sava has installed a very different, and very pragmatic, style of play since taking over at the club, with his 4-4-2 setup sitting deep and ceding territory to remain solid, before looking to counter or threaten from set pieces.
Head-to-Head
- The last 3 meetings between these sides across all competitions have seen Sarmiento win twice and Estudiantes once.
- Estudiantes haven’t lost at home against Sarmiento.
Key Players
Diego Churin’s ability to score goals under pressure has been a boon for Sarmiento , with the forward scoring 2 goals in 5 league games and contributing 50% of the team’s total league goals.
Betting Insights
With home advantage and a far superior overall record, the 1.63 favorites for Friday’s game shouldn’t be turned down, and Sarmiento , who are outsiders at 6.4 , are unlikely to provide much value at that price.
Prediction
With a more cohesive and impressive squad, backing Dominguez’s men to keep that run going at home is the top choice, with Under 2.5 goals at 1.48 also likely given the importance both teams place on staying compact.
