Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Argentina
Preview
Football fans, get ready for the first taste of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina Apertura as Argentinos Juniors welcome Sarmiento Junín to the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona on January 26. If you’re searching for an Argentinos JRS vs Sarmiento Junin prediction, you’re in the right place. With both teams eager to make a statement early in the season, and the sports betting world buzzing over the latest betting odds, there’s plenty to unpack—from team news to tactical tweaks and, of course, our own AI-powered tips.
Argentinos Juniors, or simply Argentinos JRS as many fans call them, enter this fixture with a squad valued at €44.88 million—more than four times the value of Sarmiento Junin, who come in at €10.50 million. But as we all know, football isn’t played on spreadsheets, and the head to head record between these two sides tells a story of close encounters. Three of their last six meetings have ended in a draw, including their most recent goalless affair in August 2024.
Under the guidance of Nicolás Diez, Argentinos JRS have been busy preparing for a packed calendar, including Copa Argentina and Copa Libertadores qualifiers. Their tactical flexibility is a talking point: Diez often starts with a 4.45-3 or 3-4.45, but don’t be surprised if you see them morph into a 3-2-2-3 during build-up play. This approach relies on a defensive midfielder dropping deep to help the center-backs, while the full-backs push high and wide. The goal? Keep the ball, control the tempo, and frustrate opponents with a square-shaped midfield. It’s football chess, but with more running and fewer funny hats.
Injuries are a concern for Argentinos JRS, with key players like Ruso Rodríguez and M. Giménez sidelined with cruciate ligament injuries until at least June. There’s better news for others: Juan Cardozo’s broken toe should be healed, and several muscle injuries picked up last year have likely resolved. The club has also promoted several promising youth players and welcomed back familiar faces like Francis Mac Allister and Gastón Verón. New signings, including Claudio Bravo and Hernán López Muñoz, add depth and experience.
Sarmiento Junin, meanwhile, have been busy in the transfer market, almost as if they’re trying to fill every page of their squad list. Coach Facundo Sava has overseen eleven new arrivals, including veteran striker Diego Churín and goalkeeper Javier Burrai. The club has also renewed contracts for defensive stalwarts like Juan Manuel Insaurralde. With so many fresh faces, Sava’s main challenge will be integrating his new recruits into a cohesive unit. While their tactical setup for this match isn’t set in stone, expect Sarmiento to focus on defensive solidity and quick transitions—especially away from home.
Recent form suggests both teams are tough to beat. Argentinos JRS held River Plate to a surprise 1:1 draw away last January, while Sarmiento Junin earned a hard-fought point at San Lorenzo in November. Both sides know how to dig in and frustrate bigger opponents, which could make for a cagey affair.
Let’s talk numbers—because for sports betting fans, the betting odds are half the fun. Argentinos JRS are strong favorites at 1.42 for a home win, while a draw is priced at 4.45. If you fancy a real upset, Sarmiento Junin are out at 10.75 for an away win. But as any seasoned punter knows, odds aren’t everything, especially in Argentine football where surprises are as common as rain in Buenos Aires.
Our NerdyTips AI has crunched the stats, analyzed the head to head history, and come up with its best tip: under 2.5 goals, with a confidence rating of 6.2 out of 10 and odds of 1.68. In plain English, don’t expect a goal fest. Both teams have a habit of keeping things tight—three of their last six meetings have ended all square, and neither side has been prolific in front of goal lately.
For those looking at the 1x2 market, the AI’s boldest prediction is an away win for Sarmiento Junin, albeit with a low confidence level of 1.42. The odds of 10.75 reflect the long shot, but hey, stranger things have happened—just ask anyone who backed Argentinos JRS to draw at River Plate last year at nearly 6.0 odds.
Here’s how our AI sees it playing out:
With both teams known for their defensive discipline and a recent history of low-scoring encounters, the under 2.5 goals market looks like a smart play. While the AI’s call for an away win is brave, the most sensible Argentinos JRS vs Sarmiento Junin prediction is a tight, tactical battle with few clear chances.
As the Liga Profesional Argentina Apertura gets underway, both Argentinos JRS and Sarmiento Junin will be eager to start on the right foot. With tactical tweaks, new signings, and a history of close encounters, this match promises to be a chess match rather than a shootout. For sports betting fans, the best value lies in the under 2.5 goals market, while those feeling adventurous might take a punt on Sarmiento Junin springing a surprise.
Whatever happens, one thing’s for sure: the Argentinos JRS vs Sarmiento Junin prediction is for a hard-fought, low-scoring affair that could go down to the wire. Keep your eyes on the odds, trust the stats, and enjoy the beautiful game—Argentine style.
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U2.5 -147
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -1472 975
Sarmiento is expected to win with odds of 975Under 2.5 -147
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the matchNo -192
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U4.5 240
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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 Argentino |
08-Aug-24
0:0
| Sarmiento  |
| Sarmiento |
08-Apr-23
2:0
| Argentino |
| Sarmiento |
11-Jun-22
1:0
| Argentino |
| Argentino |
26-Apr-22
0:0
| Sarmiento |
| Argentino |
11-Dec-21
2:0
| Sarmiento |
| Sarmiento |
30-May-15
0:0
| Argentino |
Recent Matches of Argentino| 30 Jan |
Estudiant.
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| Argentino.
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| 26 Jan | W |
Argentino.
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1:0
| Sarmiento.
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| 22 Jan | D |
Argentino.
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1:1
| Midland.
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| 30 Nov | L |
Boca Junio.
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1:0
| Argentino.
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| 22 Nov | W |
Velez S.
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0:2
| Argentino.
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| 16 Nov | W |
Estudiant.
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1:2
| Argentino.
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| 11 Nov | W |
Argentino.
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1:0
| Belgrano.
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| 06 Nov | D |
Rivadavia.
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2:2
| Argentino.
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| 01 Nov | L |
Barracas .
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2:0
| Argentino.
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| 24 Oct | W |
Belgrano.
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1:2
| Argentino.
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Recent Matches of Sarmiento
| 30 Jan | Sarmiento. |
- |
Banfield. | |
| 26 Jan | L | Argentino. |
1:0 |
Sarmiento. |
| 15 Nov | D |  San Lorenz. |
1:1 |
Sarmiento. |
| 09 Nov | W | Sarmiento. |
2:1 |
Instituto. |
| 03 Nov | D |  Platense. |
1:1 |
Sarmiento. |
| 24 Oct | L | Sarmiento. |
0:1 |
Rosario C. |
| 19 Oct | L | Sarmiento. |
0:2 |
Velez S. |
| 12 Oct | W |  River Plat. |
0:1 |
Sarmiento. |
| 04 Oct | L | Sarmiento. |
0:1 |
Gimnasia . |
| 28 Sep | L |  Talleres . |
1:0 |
Sarmiento. |
Argentina - Liga Profesional Argentina| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Platense | 2 | 2-1 | 4 |
| 2 |
Lanus | 1 | 3-2 | 3 |
| 3 |
Talleres | 1 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 4 |
Velez | 1 | 1-0 | 3 |
| 5 |
Boca Juniors | 1 | 1-0 | 3 |
| 6 |
Gimnasia M. | 1 | 1-0 | 3 |
| 7 |
Independiente | 1 | 1-1 | 1 |
| 8 |
Estudiantes | 1 | 1-1 | 1 |
| 9 |
Defensa Y | 1 | 0-0 | 1 |
| 10 |
Union Santa Fe | 1 | 0-0 | 1 |
| 11 |
San Lorenzo | 1 | 2-3 | 0 |
| 12 |
Newells Old | 1 | 1-2 | 0 |
| 13 |
Deportivo | 1 | 0-1 | 0 |
| 14 |
Central Cordoba de | 1 | 0-1 | 0 |
| 15 |
Instituto | 2 | 1-3 | 0 |
| 16 |
Tigre | 1 | 2-0 | 3 |
| 17 |
Gimnasia L.P. | 1 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 18 |
Belgrano | 1 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 19 |
Independ. | 1 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 20 |
Argentinos JRS | 1 | 1-0 | 3 |
| 21 |
River Plate | 1 | 1-0 | 3 |
| 22 |
Banfield | 1 | 1-1 | 1 |
| 23 |
Huracan | 1 | 1-1 | 1 |
| 24 |
Aldosivi | 1 | 0-0 | 1 |
| 25 |
Rosario | 1 | 1-2 | 0 |
| 26 |
Racing Club | 1 | 1-2 | 0 |
| 27 |
Atletico | 1 | 1-2 | 0 |
| 28 |
Sarmiento | 1 | 0-1 | 0 |
| 29 |
Barracas | 1 | 0-1 | 0 |
| 30 |
Estudiantes de Rio | 1 | 0-2 | 0 |
