San Martin S.J. welcomes River Plate to Estadio Ingeniero Hilario Sánchez for what promises to be a tense Liga Profesional Argentina showdown. With kickoff set for 00:30 UTC on February 23, 2025, bettors are eyeing the best value in this matchup.

Let’s start with the basics—River Plate is the clear favorite at 1.6 odds, while a San Martin S.J. upset pays a hefty 6.0. A draw sits at 3.7, which could be tempting given the expected defensive nature of this clash. However, our AI sees an away win (2) as the most likely outcome, with a confidence rating of 6.0/10.

Now, onto the bet of the day—under 2.5 goals at 1.62 odds. Why? Because everything points to a low-scoring affair. Our AI predicts a 1-0 win for River Plate, with a goalless first half. San Martin S.J. is expected to have just 35% possession, meaning they’ll likely sit deep and frustrate their opponents. Meanwhile, River Plate should dominate with 65% possession, but breaking down a compact defense won’t be easy.

Looking at the numbers, only 38.3% of Liga Profesional matches see over 2.5 goals, and with River Plate’s expected 15 shots (but only 5 on target), efficiency will be key. San Martin S.J. is projected to manage just 1 shot on target, making a goal from them unlikely.

Discipline-wise, expect a balanced battle with two yellow cards per team, while corners should be limited to 7 in total. If you’re looking for a side bet, under 8.5 corners could be worth a look.

In summary, under 2.5 goals at 1.62 odds is the smartest play, backed by an 8.0/10 confidence rating. River Plate should edge it, but don’t expect fireworks—just a professional, controlled performance. Happy betting!