Boca Juniors vs Newell's Prediction 1 February 2026
📢 What can we expect from the clash between Boca Juniors and Newell's Old Boys in the third round of the Primera Division? Boca Juniors have kicked off the season with three points, already asserting themselves as one of the dominant forces in the league. On the other hand, Newell's Old Boys have only managed to secure one point out of a possible six, struggling to find consistency. In this scenario, the hosts will aim to solidify their strong start, while the visitors will be keen to avoid another setback.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 05 October 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 5:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Boca Juniors):
- ball possession percentage: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 1;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 13 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Boca Juniors and Newell´s Old Boys:
- played 39 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 20, for the away team - 10, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 54 against 35;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.92, in the 2nd half - 1.36;
- average total goals in the match - 2.28.
Head-to-head statistics Boca Juniors - Newell's
Boca Juniors Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Primera Division tournament (home team - Estudiantes de La Plata, away team - Boca Juniors). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:1.
Here's the game statistics (Boca Juniors vs Estudiantes de La Plata):
- ball possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 8 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 7.
Boca Juniors are currently eighth in the standings and continue their push for higher positions. A hallmark of their play is their solid defense, having conceded just one goal in their last five home matches in the Primera. Additionally, their attack maintains consistent efficiency, averaging around 1.5 goals per game.
Match Results: Boca Juniors
Newell´s Old Boys Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Primera Division tournament (home team - Newell´s Old Boys, away - Independiente). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here are the match stats (Newell´s Old Boys vs Independiente):
- ball possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Newell's Old Boys have had a shaky start to the season, currently sitting in eleventh place in the standings. They struggle on the road, having won just one of their last ten away matches, with six losses and three draws. Their average of just 0.7 goals per game highlights a lack of attacking firepower. However, they often manage to secure positive results through sheer determination and resilience in challenging situations.
Match Results: Newell´s Old Boys
Latest news
Boca Juniors
Boca Juniors are dealing with a packed injury list. Alan Velasco is sidelined with a knee injury and will be out for several more weeks. Carlos Palacios and Edinson Cavani are also unavailable due to knee and back injuries, respectively. Lucas Janson is recovering from an abdominal injury, Miguel Merentiel is nursing a calf issue, and Milton Jimenez is working his way back from a groin problem. The most significant loss is Rodrigo Battaglia, who is out long-term with an Achilles tendon injury and will not return until the summer.
Newell´s Old Boys
The visitors have fewer issues. Bruno Cabrera will miss the match due to a muscle injury. Ian Glavinovich is out with a groin injury, and Oscar Salomon will be unavailable for a few more weeks due to a tendon injury.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 39;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 11; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 9;
- Average first-half total: 0.92;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.59, while the visitors net 0.33.
First-Half Stats: Boca Juniors (home) vs Newell´s Old Boys (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 1 (100%) vs 1 (100%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 1;
- losses: 2 vs 5;
- draws: 5 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 0.6 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.4 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 1).
- Boca Juniors scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 home games against Newell´s Old Boys (Primera Division).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 10, draws - 9.
Statistics: Boca Juniors vs Newell´s Old Boys
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- wins: 1 vs 0;
- win percentage: 50% vs 0%;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 1;
- losses: 3 vs 6;
- draws: 0 vs 3.
- Newell´s Old Boys won with a +1.5 handicap in last 5 games (Primera Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.38, the guests - 0.9;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.28;
- both teams scored: overall - 15; at the home team's field - 9.
- Boca Juniors have not conceded in 5 of last 6 home games (Primera Division).
Prediction on corners
Boca Juniors: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 9.5; at home field - 12;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; at home field - 5.57.
Newell´s Old Boys: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; away - 2.8.
- Boca Juniors have taken under 7.5 corners in last 6 games against Newell´s Old Boys.
- Boca Juniors have taken under 7.5 corners in 11 of last 12 games (Primera Division).
- Boca Juniors have taken under 7.5 corners in 7 of last 8 home games (Primera Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- both teams scored all-time - 15 times;
- on the home team’s field - 9 times.
Statistics: Boca Juniors vs Newell´s Old Boys
- number of matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Boca Juniors at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Newell´s Old Boys away - 1 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Boca Juniors at home - 1 (14%);
- BTTS matches for Newell´s Old Boys away - 2 (40%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 2:1 (7/30, 23.3%);
- Boca Juniors at home most often finish matches: 1:0 (1/1, 100%);
- Newell´s Old Boys away most often play: 2:1 (1/1, 100%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 16.03% (odds 5)
2:0 - 12.91% (odds 6)
1:1 - 11.16% (odds 7)
Editor's Prediction
Boca Juniors are considered the favorites for this clash, which makes sense given the disparity in class and current form between the teams. The hosts traditionally aim to settle such matches early, starting the game with high intensity. Notably, in eight of their last nine head-to-head encounters at home, Boca Juniors scored in the first half. Newell's Old Boys won't give up points without a fight, but containing the early pressure will be a significant challenge for them.No comments
Betting Tips: Boca Juniors - Newell´s Old Boys
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