Argentinos Jrs – Banfield
Argentinos Juniors confirmed their resurgence on Tuesday afternoon, beating Aldosivi 2-0 away in their rescheduled Matchday 7 fixture, with first-half goals from Iván Morales and Román Riquelme. As a result, El Bicho extended their unbeaten run in league play to seven matches — four wins and three draws — climbing to third place in Group B with 20 points, just three behind leaders Independiente Rivadavia. Moreover, their home form has been particularly dominant. They are unbeaten in their last 19 league matches on home soil, recording 13 wins and six draws in regular time, which reinforces their status as one of the toughest sides to beat in their own stadium.
Banfield returned to winning ways two weeks ago, overcoming a tough opponent in Tigre with a 1-0 home victory, courtesy of a first-half goal from Tiziano Perrotta. As a result, El Taladro snapped a brief run of two consecutive league defeats and moved up to 13 points in the Torneo Apertura, rejoining the race for the playoff spots — they currently sit three points behind Barracas Central, who occupy eighth place in Group B. However, their away form remains a clear concern. They are winless in their last five matches on the road, drawing one and losing four, which continues to limit their overall progress.
Argentinos at home are just too strong for this irregular Banfield and I expect a home win here.