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On 19 February 2026, at the Estadio Juan Bautista Gargantini, Independ. Rivadavia faces Independiente in the Liga Profesional Argentina. The main lean favors away win or draw with under 3.5 goals, making this a compelling match for value bets and predictions. Read on for expert insights and best bets in this closely contested fixture.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 |
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6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 9 | L W W D D |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Home | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Away | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 17% | 67% | 17% |
| Home | 0% | 75% | 25% |
| Away | 50% | 50% | 0% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Home | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Away | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| Home | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| Away | 33% | 67% | 0% |
The match between Independ. Rivadavia and Independiente at the Estadio Juan Bautista Gargantini promises to be competitive. Both teams enter the fixture with recent favorable form, though Independiente holds a slight edge with a recent win in their last encounter. Injuries and squad selections appear balanced, making a finely poised contest likely.
Both sides have displayed resilience in recent games, with Independiente returning key players and maintaining an organized backline. Independ. Rivadavia might deploy their preferred formation with attentiveness to midfield control. Squad depth appears adequate to withstand the fixture intensity, with no significant injuries reported that could impact the outcome.
If Independiente scores first in the match at Estadio Juan Bautista Gargantini, it could set the tone for a dominant performance, especially considering their recent winning streaks and the form trend. Conversely, if Independ. Rivadavia scores early, the match could become more open, but given their recent struggles to maintain clean sheets, goals for both sides are plausible. A draw remains a strong possibility, particularly with the recent tight head-to-head history and typical game-flow.
Independiente's approach often features disciplined defending and quick transitions, favoring under goals and fewer cards. Meanwhile, Independ. Rivadavia typically employs a balanced formation with an emphasis on organized midfield play. Expect a cautious tempo, with chances mainly from set pieces or counterattacks, increasing the appeal of under 3.5 goals and especially focusing on disciplined play.
See below all the main information for this match.
The expected outcome favors Independiente based on recent form and head-to-head results, with a high chance of a win or draw.
The predicted scoreline leans toward a 1-1 or 2-1 victory for Independiente, considering their recent goal-scoring trends.
The match is expected to feature fewer than 3.5 goals, given the disciplined defensive setups and recent low-scoring encounters.