Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Argentina
Preview
If you’re searching for a friendly, straight-talking Dep. Riestra vs Barracas Central prediction, you’ve come to the right place. On November 22, 2.2, these two sides will lock horns at the Estadio Guillermo Laza, and fans are already buzzing about what’s in store. With both teams known for their gritty styles and recent form that’s anything but predictable, this Liga Profesional Argentina match promises to keep us guessing—just maybe not on the edge of our seats for goals.
Let’s start with the hosts, Deportivo Riestra (or just Riestra for short). They’ve had a rollercoaster few weeks, picking up a win, two draws, and two losses in their last five games. Their latest results include a 1-1 draw with Godoy Cruz and a narrow 0-1 defeat to Independiente. Riestra’s coach, Gustavo Oscar Benítez, has been juggling a few injury headaches: R. Gallo is out with ankle problems, and E. Tovo is still recovering from a cruciate ligament injury. The good news? Key players like I. Arce in goal and J. Herrera up front are fit, and new signing Eric Tovo is expected to boost the squad soon.
Tactically, Riestra tend to keep things tight at the back, often involved in matches with very few goals. In fact, two-thirds of their recent games against Barracas Central have finished with under 2.5 total goals. At home, they’re especially tough to break down, and they’ve built up a decent unbeaten streak on their own patch.
Barracas Central, meanwhile, head into this fixture with their own injury woes. K. Jappert and F. Pianovi are both nursing knocks, and T. Lavezzi is out sick. There’s also a lengthy list of players hoping to return soon, including Gonzalo Morales and Lucas López. Despite this, coach Rubén Darío Insúa has managed to steer his team to a respectable run: one win, three draws, and just one loss in their last five. Their most recent game was a goalless draw away to Unión, and they’ve shown they can grind out results even when the odds are stacked against them.
Barracas Central are aiming for a historic first qualification for the Copa Sudamericana, and while their rise has sparked a bit of controversy among rivals, there’s no denying their determination. Players like Nicolás Capraro and Dardo Miloc provide experience and stability, while Facundo Bruera offers a threat up top.
Looking at the head to head record, Barracas Central have the upper hand, with five wins in their last nine meetings. Riestra have managed just one victory, while three matches have ended in draws. When these sides last met, it finished 0-0—hardly a classic for the neutrals, but a result that fits the pattern of low-scoring affairs between them.
It’s also worth noting that Riestra recently pulled off a shock away win at River Plate, defying odds of 7.8, while Barracas Central held Unión to a draw away from home, despite being big underdogs.
Now for the part you’ve been waiting for—the Dep. Riestra vs Barracas Central prediction from NerdyTips’ AI. The data is pointing in one clear direction: don’t expect a goal fest. The under 2.5 goals market looks like the safest bet here, with a trust score of 6.6/10 and odds of 1.41. In plain English, the smart money is on a tight, low-scoring game.
For those looking at the 1x2 market, the AI leans towards Barracas Central avoiding defeat (X2 double chance), though with a lower trust level of 2.0. If you’re feeling brave, an away win at 4.15 could be tempting, given Barracas’ recent form and their historical edge in this fixture.
To sum up our Dep. Riestra vs Barracas Central prediction: expect a tactical battle, not a goal-fest. Both teams are missing key players but know how to keep things tight at the back. The head to head stats and recent form all point to a low-scoring affair, with under 2.5 goals looking like the pick of the bets. Our AI expects Barracas Central to edge it, but don’t be surprised if it’s another cagey draw. Either way, this one’s for the football purists—so maybe keep your popcorn for another match!
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Barracas no motivation!
U2.5 -244
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -244X2 -139
Barracas to win or drawUnder 2.5 -244
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the matchNo -185
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U4.5 -120
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
0:1
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 Dep. Riestra |
06-Dec-24
0:0
| Barracas  |
| Dep. Riestra |
04-Feb-24
0:1
| Barracas |
| Dep. Riestra |
25-Mar-19
0:0
| Barracas |
| Barracas |
26-Feb-19
1:0
| Dep. Riestra |
| Dep. Riestra |
03-Apr-17
2:1
| Barracas |
| Barracas |
20-Sep-16
1:1
| Dep. Riestra |
| Barracas |
14-Nov-15
5:4
| Dep. Riestra |
| Dep. Riestra |
27-Jun-15
0:1
| Barracas |
Recent Matches of Dep. Riestra| 29 Jan |
Dep. Riestra.
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| Defensa J.
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| 25 Jan | L |
Boca Juniors.
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1:0
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Recent Matches of Barracas
| 28 Jan |  Aldosivi. |
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Barracas . | |
| 24 Jan | L | Barracas . |
0:1 |
River Plate. |
