Prediction: Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors Betting Tips
Intro to Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Scheduled for August 2, 2026, at Estadio Marcelo Bielsa, the upcoming Liga Profesional Argentina clash between Newells Old Boys and Boca Juniors promises competitive edge, with Boca slightly favored based on recent form and domination in head-to-heads. Expect tight exchanges and goal opportunities for both sides.
Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors Betting Tips
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.
Liga Profesional Argentina detailed statistics
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
Boca Juniors
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16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 22 | 9 | 13 | 30 | D W W W D |
| 14 |
Newells Old Boys
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16 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 15 | 27 | -12 | 15 | D W D D D |
Newells Old Boys stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 27 | 7 | 11 | 9 |
| Home | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 |
| Away | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Boca Juniors stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 27 | 12 | 11 | 4 |
| Home | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| Away | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Newells Old Boys
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Boca Juniors
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Newells Old Boys
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Boca Juniors
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| 0.5 goals | 18 | 24 | 9 | 3 |
| 1.5 goals | 6 | 10 | 21 | 17 |
| 2.5 goals | 2 | 3 | 25 | 24 |
| 3.5 goals | 0 | 1 | 27 | 26 |
| 4.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 27 | 27 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Newells Old Boys
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Boca Juniors
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Newells Old Boys
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Boca Juniors
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| 0.5 goals | 20 | 15 | 7 | 12 |
| 1.5 goals | 10 | 6 | 17 | 21 |
| 2.5 goals | 3 | 2 | 24 | 25 |
| 3.5 goals | 1 | 0 | 26 | 27 |
| 4.5 goals | 1 | 0 | 26 | 27 |
PPG
Per match
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0
Boca Juniors
0
Cards
Per match
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0
Boca Juniors
0
Goals scored
Per match
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0
Boca Juniors
0
Goals conceded
Per match
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0
Boca Juniors
0
Best scoring interval
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Boca Juniors
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Most conceded interval
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Boca Juniors
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Newells Old Boys cards
Boca Juniors cards
Newells Old Boys
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Boca Juniors
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Match Setup for Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Newells Old Boys hosts Boca Juniors at Estadio Marcelo Bielsa on 2026-08-02 with the match set in the Liga Profesional Argentina. Boca's recent away form and head-to-head superiority make them slight favorites, but home advantage and recent results keep this contest tightly poised.
Team News for Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Boca Juniors appears to have a settled squad with key players like Romero and Villa, and they are in good form. Injuries are minimal, which bodes well for their dominance. Newells Old Boys relies heavily on their defensive organization and key goalscorers Luciano and Acuña to threaten Boca's defense.
Tactical Betting Angle for Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
Both teams prefer possession-based, attacking football with Boca showing a high percentage of goals in the second half. Expect Boca to press high early, utilizing their technical midfield and finisher Romero. Newells' disciplined defense might absorb pressure, aiming for rapid counters or set pieces.
Game State Scenarios for Newells Old Boys vs Boca Juniors
If Boca Juniors scores first in the opening stages, expect them to control the game due to their recent winning streak and dominance at Estadio Marcelo Bielsa. If Newells Old Boys equalizes or takes the lead, the match could turn more open, but Boca's strong recent form suggests they may capitalize late. A draw at halftime is plausible given recent close encounters.