Well, here we go, folks. When it comes to raw talent, Gimnasia y Esgrima is not lacking; we're talking about players like Gustavo Canto and Pablo De Blasis, who've been showing impressive consistent form. And let's not forget their goalkeeping force, Marcos Ledesma, who's been putting in hefty work between the sticks with a solid rating of 7.10.
On the opposite end, Independiente have Rodrigo Rey, a goalkeeper with a bolder rating of 7.16, stopping quite a number of balls aimed at his net. Player-wise, Gabriel Ávalos is quite the storm, with 2 goals in his name. Santiago Montiel and Federico Mancuello also deserve an honorable mention.
In terms of seasonal winnings, Gimnasia y Esgrima has a somewhat balanced 7-8-7 record while Independiente seems to prefer middle grounds with a 6-12-4 track record.
Peek into the recent plays, and you'll notice Gimnasia y Esgrima drew thrice, won once, and tasted defeat, whereas Independiente won 2 matches out of 5 and settled in peace for the other 3 games.
In a match this neck to neck, it's more like flipping a coin in the air. But the coin does land on one side, doesn't it? And according to my sensibilities shaped by years of watching furiously fought football, I'd say Independiente should walk away as winners, led by the likes of Ávalos, Montiel, and Mancuello.
Albert’s Prediction: Independiente by 1
