Huracan vs Velez
Huracán earned a valuable point two weeks ago, drawing 0-0 away to archrivals San Lorenzo despite playing the entire second half with ten men. El Globo extended their unbeaten run in the league to five matches (three wins and two draws) and reached 11 points in the Torneo Clausura, staying in both the playoff zone and Copa Sudamericana qualification spots through the aggregate table. In addition, Huracán won their last two home games in this competition (1-0 over Boca Juniors and Argentinos Juniors). Luciano Giménez, sent off against San Lorenzo, is suspended for Friday.
Vélez Sarsfield have been finding their best form lately. Two weeks ago, the team completely dominated Lanús at home, winning 3-0 to secure their third consecutive victory in the Liga Profesional. El Fortín reached 14 points in the Torneo Clausura, moving into second place in Group B, just one behind leaders River Plate, while also putting an end to the relegation threats that had haunted them all year. Vélez also won their most recent away match in this competition (2-0 over Godoy Cruz), snapping a three-game winless run on the road in league play (one draw and two defeats). Last Saturday, Velez Sarsfield beat CA Central Cordoba 2-0 to become Supercopa Argentina champions.
Coming from winning Supercopa last week and ahead of the very tough Copa Libertadores Quarterfinal match against Racing next Tuesday, Velez will use here a lineup full of reserves so it should be a great opportunity for Huracan to take the 3 points and get closer to the top of Group A.