Juventud Piedras
- Juventud sit 13th in the Clausura with 12 points from 12 matches and Sebastian Mendez’s side have failed to win any of their last five, drawing three and losing two. Our Juventud Piedras vs Plaza Colonia betting tips suggest that their recent poor form could continue.
- Juventud have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 3 of their home Clausura fixtures, averaging just 0.67 goals per home match.
- They prefer to sit in and then look to break in numbers when the ball is won.
Plaza Colonia
- Plaza Colonia are known for their grit and ability to dig in and survive but they have struggled to do so in the Clausura with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last five, making this Juventud Piedras vs Plaza Colonia betting tips section particularly relevant.
- Plaza Colonia’s away record in the Clausura is 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses with 8 goals conceded in 5 games.
- Colonia’s boss Luis Mena sets his men up to be even more negative with a low-to-mid block 4-4-2, which is not pressed high up the field but instead is there to stay solid and hit on the break.
Key Players
- Alvaro Lopez, who has four goals in 11 Clausura appearances, is Plaza Colonia’s top scorer and is their main danger in attack.
- David Morosini is Juventud’s highest scorer in the Clausura with just one goal in 11 appearances, highlighting their attacking issues.
Betting Insights
- However, they are the bookmaker’s favorites at 2.0, with Plaza Colonia at 3.75 and the tie at 3.1.
- Juventud’s home form has been disappointing with no wins, a 0-0 tie and a defeat in their last two home games and this game has all the hallmarks of a game in which the Under 2.5 goals market at 1.53 will land.
Prediction
Both clubs tend to be involved in tight, scrappy matches and this one will be no different, probably only settled by a set-piece or a moment of magic in transition . This Juventud Piedras vs Plaza Colonia prediction is based on both teams' tendencies to struggle in attack.
