Gimnasia vs Banfield
Gimnasia LP had to settle for a 1-1 away draw against Argentinos Juniors, a result that initially looked positive but ultimately left them disappointed after surrendering their lead despite having an extra man for more than half the match. El Lobo are now unbeaten in their last three league matches, with two wins and one draw, and have 16 points in Group B of the Torneo Clausura, just two behind leaders Argentinos Juniors. They are seventh in the annual table, inside the Copa Sudamericana qualification places and just three points behind the last Copa Libertadores spot. At home, Gimnasia have won five and lost one of their last six league matches. Banfield returned to their disappointing league reality after the joy of their Copa Argentina campaign, settling for a 1-1 home draw against Barracas Central after failing to protect their lead. El Taladro are now four matches without a win in the Clausura (one draw and three losses) and have only eight points in Group B, leaving them well outside the playoff race. Pedro Troglio’s men sit 25th in the annual table, reflecting a very poor campaign despite facing no relegation threat. Away, Banfield have won one, drawn one and lost three matches this semester. Gimnasia has been good this semester and getting close to secure a playoffs place, I think they should beat this very poor and hopeless Banfield.