Atlético Tucumán vs Belgrano - Liga Profesional de Fútbol

Tucumán Has Turned Off the Tap

In 6th place, Atlético Tucumán turns every encounter into a locked-down affair: five of its last six matches have finished without conceding a single goal, while scoring only 4 goals in the same period. At home, the trend is even clearer, with two draws and one defeat in its last three home games, none of which exceeded two goals. The team doesn't win much, but it rarely lets the game open up.

Belgrano Scores More, But Blows Hot and Cold

Belgrano, just above in 5th place, has a heavier scoring touch, with 7 goals in its last six outings, and has just reinforced its attack with a loan signing. The concern is the team alternates between very good and very average, with two wins but also two home defeats in that period. However, away from home, it remains unbeaten in its last two trips.

The Weakness Comes From Their Duels

The bet has a weak spot, and it's signed by their head-to-head clashes. Their last two meetings blew past any limits, a 3-1 and then a 2-4, averaging five goals per match, with both teams finding the net each time. The recent history between these two argues for goals, contrary to Tucumán's locked-down profile this season.

Two teams neck and neck, but an Atlético Tucumán that stifles play and turns its matches into goal-starved affairs. The bet goes on under 2.5 goals, with high confidence given the Tucumano defensive wall, but tempered by two past head-to-head clashes that went through the roof. To avoid: locking in on a winner in a match the most likely script sees finishing tight and low-scoring.