Albert
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4d
My Prediction
Barracas Central by 1Alright, sports fans, let's dive right into this sizzling Liga Profesional matchup between Barracas Central and Newell's Old Boys. Now if you're looking at the goalkeepers, Marcos Ledesma of Barracas Central has been a real knight in shining armor this season, piling up an impressive 23 saves with a rating of 7.28. Over on the other side of the pitch, Newell's Old Boys have the dependable duo, Josué Reinatti, and Keylor Navas with admirable ratings and 10 and 12 saves respectively, but the sheer number of stops by Ledesma has me leaning in Central's favor for keeping the ball out of the net.
Now, let's talk about the guys who aren't afraid to get a few grass stains. Saul Salcedo and Éver Banega have been running the show for Newell's Old Boys, displaying impressive efficiency on the field. Meanwhile, Barracas Central boasts its top-tier twosome, Jhonatan Candia, and Kevin Jappert, who’ve been hitting the net more times than a disgruntled fisherman.
Remember the last showdown on Fri Jul 19, 2024, where Newell's Old Boys nudged past Barracas Central by a single point? Well, their recent records tell a tale of two seasons. The seasoned Newell's Old Boys are struggling to find their groove with a 1-0-5 record, in stark contrast to Barracas Central's commendable 2-3-1.
Looking at the recent games, you might be reaching for antacids if you are a Newell's Old Boys fan. A string of losses and the lone victory against Aldosivi, tells a tale of inconsistency. Contrast that with Barracas Central's record, who seem to be keeping up the momentum with a couple of wins, draws, and even giving Defensa y Justicia a run for their money with a spirited draw.
So, after digesting all these facts and figures that would even make a statistician's head spin, strap in folks, because it looks like the underdogs might have their day today.
Albert’s Prediction: Barracas Central by 1