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There’s a growing sense of confidence around Vélez Sársfield as they prepare to host CA Platense at the Estadio José Amalfitani. Both sides know crucial points are on the line early in the Liga Profesional Clausura Group A campaign.
Vélez Sársfield arrive in strong form, riding an impressive undefeated streak of 11 matches in all competitions. Recent statistics highlight their resilience, with no defeats in their last six games and a run of three home matches yielding two wins and a single draw. Defensively, they've conceded just two goals across those recent home fixtures, confirming the solidity that has made them one of Argentina's most consistent sides in 2026.
The home side’s league performance provides further evidence of stability and quality. They finished the Apertura in a strong third position, with 7 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 defeats over 16 matches, scoring 18 and conceding 12. With a goal difference of +6, Vélez have been particularly reliable on their own turf: unbeaten in 13 of their last 16 league matches at home, while maintaining a clean sheet in 40% of their last 30 league outings at the Estadio Amalfitani.
CA Platense, meanwhile, face a tougher start. The visiting team has taken one win and one draw from their last six matches, losing the remaining four. Offensively, they've averaged only 0.67 goals while conceding twice that over these outings—underscoring challenges in attack and defense alike. Looking further back, Platense have been winless in 9 of their last 11 away games across competitions, as well as in 10 out of their previous 12 league matches.
In their most recent meeting—just under four months ago—Vélez Sársfield delivered a composed away performance to defeat Platense 2-0. Both sides managed 14 total shots, but Vélez proved the more clinical with six on target to Platense’s four. Goals from Florián Monzón in the 8th minute and Lucas Robertone early in the second half sealed the visitors’ victory, despite Platense enjoying slightly higher possession and more dangerous attacks. The win underscored Vélez's ability to absorb pressure and capitalize on their openings.
Head-to-head trends favor Vélez Sársfield: they’ve emerged with wins in 2 of their last 4 meetings with Platense, twice winning by multiple goals in their last five showdowns. With their hosts currently undefeated in 27 out of the past 30 matches in all competitions and a draw rate of 50% in their last 16 league matches, Vélez’s consistency is hard to overlook.
Platense’s away form is a concern. They have recorded four losses from their last eight matches and haven’t managed to win in 82% of their previous 11. Even more telling, they've had only three wins in 16 games during the Apertura, scoring just 10 and conceding 15—a stark contrast to Vélez’s robust record.
Looking at player availability and recent tactical trends, Vélez Sársfield are expected to maintain their standard 4-2-3-1 formation. No major absences are reported, so continuity is likely key.
Vélez Sársfield probable lineup:
Goalkeeper: Tomás Marchiori
Defenders: Emanuel Mammana, Elías Gómez, Joaquín García, Thiago Silvero
Midfielders: Simón Escobar, Rodrigo Aliendro, Lucas Robertone, Matías Pellegrini, Juan Cruz Policella
Attacker: Ronaldo Martínez
For CA Platense, a similar 4-2-3-1 setup is expected. Recent lineups point toward a consistent backline and midfield, with key players available and no outlined injuries.
CA Platense probable lineup:
Goalkeeper: Juan Pablo Cozzani
Defenders: Tomás Silva, Ignacio Vázquez, Juan Ignacio Saborido, Mateo Mendía
Midfielders: Iván Gómez, Franco Zapiola, Bautista Merlini, Martín Barrios, Nicolás Retamar
Attacker: Gonzalo Lencina
The Forebet prediction algorithm gives Vélez Sársfield a 43% likelihood to claim victory, projecting a 2-0 scoreline. With their exceptional home resilience and Platense’s ongoing road struggles, all indicators suggest the hosts should have the edge at the Amalfitani. Still, early group stage matches often offer opportunities for teams to reset their narrative—making the outcome especially crucial as both look to set the tone for their Clausura campaigns.
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| OVERALL TABLE | PTS | GP | W | D | L | +/- | |
1 |
Instituto Córdoba | 22 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
2 |
Vélez Sársfield | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
3 |
Defensa y Justicia | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
4 |
Gimnasia Mendoza | 17 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
5 |
Boca Juniors | 17 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
6 |
Independiente | 17 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
7 |
Lanús | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
8 |
Newell's Old Boys | 16 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
9 |
Unión Santa Fe | 13 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
10 |
San Lorenzo | 11 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | -4 |
11 |
Estudiantes La Plata | 10 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 6 | -1 |
12 |
Deportivo Riestra | 10 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -2 |
13 |
CA Platense | 9 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -6 |
14 |
Talleres Córdoba | 8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -6 |
15 |
Central Córdoba SdE | 8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -6 |
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| OVERALL TABLE | PTS | GP | W | D | L | +/- | |
1 |
Argentinos Juniors | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
2 |
Rosario Central | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
3 |
Independiente Rivadavia | 17 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
4 |
Gimnasia La Plata | 17 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
5 |
Belgrano Córdoba | 16 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
6 |
CA Huracán | 16 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
7 |
Sarmiento Junín | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
8 |
River Plate | 13 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
9 |
Atlético Tucumán | 13 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
10 |
CA Tigre | 12 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
11 |
Barracas Central | 12 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | -2 |
12 |
CA Banfield | 9 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -5 |
13 |
CA Aldosivi | 8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -4 |
14 |
Racing Club | 8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -5 |
15 |
Estudiantes Río Cuarto | 6 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | -8 |
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| OVERALL TABLE | PTS | GP | W | D | L | +/- | |
1 |
Estudiantes La Plata | 31 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 12 |
2 |
Boca Juniors | 30 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 13 |
3 |
Vélez Sársfield | 28 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 6 |
4 |
Talleres Córdoba | 26 | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
5 |
Independiente | 24 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
6 |
Lanús | 24 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
7 |
San Lorenzo | 22 | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
8 |
Unión Santa Fe | 21 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
9 |
Instituto Córdoba | 21 | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
10 |
Defensa y Justicia | 19 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 5 | -3 |
11 |
Gimnasia Mendoza | 19 | 16 | 5 | 4 | 7 | -8 |
12 |
CA Platense | 16 | 16 | 3 | 7 | 6 | -5 |
13 |
Central Córdoba SdE | 16 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | -10 |
14 |
Newell's Old Boys | 15 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 7 | -12 |
15 |
Deportivo Riestra | 11 | 16 | 1 | 8 | 7 | -7 |
| OVERALL TABLE | |||||||
| OVERALL TABLE | PTS | GP | W | D | L | +/- | |
1 |
Independiente Rivadavia | 34 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 14 |
2 |
River Plate | 29 | 16 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 10 |
3 |
Argentinos Juniors | 29 | 16 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
4 |
Rosario Central | 28 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
5 |
Belgrano Córdoba | 26 | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
6 |
Gimnasia La Plata | 26 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
7 |
CA Huracán | 22 | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 4 |
8 |
Racing Club | 21 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
9 |
Barracas Central | 21 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
10 |
CA Tigre | 20 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 3 |
11 |
Sarmiento Junín | 19 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 9 | -7 |
12 |
CA Banfield | 18 | 16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | -2 |
13 |
Atlético Tucumán | 14 | 16 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -5 |
14 |
CA Aldosivi | 8 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 8 | -13 |
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Estudiantes Río Cuarto | 5 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 13 | -19 |
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