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Argentina Primera Division: Independiente Rivadavia vs Gimnasia LP
Kickoff Time: 2023-07-19 06:00(HKT)
Source: REUTERS/Tomas Cuesta
Independiente Rivadavia have been going through a rough patch lately. They suffered a 0-1 loss to CA Huracan in the last round of the league and have faced three consecutive defeats in all competitions. As a newly promoted team, Rivadavia’s overall strength is quite limited. However, in the second stage of the league, they have managed to achieve a record of two wins, one draw and two losses, showing significant improvement in their overall performance. Rivadavia tend to adopt a more conservative approach in their tactics, with offense not being their strong suit. In the five games played since the second stage, they have scored three goals and conceded only two. Their offensive and defensive attributes are quite distinct. Additionally, Rivadavia’s performance at home has not been as good as their away games. They have only managed one draw and two losses in their last three home games, while achieving two wins and one loss in their last three away games. Their performance is rather unpredictable.
On the other hand, Gimnasia LP have been in good form lately. They defeated Barracas Central 2-1 at home in the last round of the league and have recorded four wins, one draw and one loss in their last six games. In the second stage, Gimnasia have achieved a record of three wins, one draw and one loss, scoring a total of 10 goals and conceding five. Although Gimnasia have a strong attacking force, their defense has shown some weaknesses. Their open style of play puts significant pressure on their defense. Furthermore, their away performance has been quite average, with only one win, one draw and five losses in their last seven away games, which contrasts with their home performance.
In terms of overall strength and reputation, Gimnasia are undoubtedly superior to Independiente Rivadavia. However, Gimnasia have struggled in away games, and they also suffered a 2-3 defeat against Rivadavia in their most recent encounter. In this match, we can be optimistic that Independiente Rivadavia will defend their home ground and secure points.
Independiente Rivadavia’s Last 5 Games: LLLWD
24-06-16 CA Huracan 1-0 Independiente Rivadavia
24-06-05 Independiente Rivadavia 0-1 Union
24-05-31 Independiente Rivadavia 1-2 Banfield
24-05-27 Sarmiento 0-1 Independiente Rivadavia
24-05-19 Independiente Rivadavia 0-0 Godoy Cruz
Gimnasia LP’s Last 5 Games: WLWWD
24-06-13 Gimnasia LP 2-1 Barracas Central
24-06-03 Instituto Cordoba 2-1 Gimnasia LP
24-05-27 Gimnasia LP 3-0 Banfield
24-05-23 Atletico Tucuman 1-2 Gimnasia LP
24-05-19 Defensa y Justicia 1-1 Gimnasia LP
Head To Head Record:
24-01-31 Gimnasia LP 2-3 Independiente Rivadavia
13-03-30 Gimnasia LP 3-0 Independiente Rivadavia
12-09-29 Independiente Rivadavia 1-1 Gimnasia LP
12-05-12 Independiente Rivadavia 2-1 Gimnasia Lp
11-11-13 Gimnasia LP 0-0 Independiente Rivadavia
Prediction: Independiente Rivadavia to win or Draw