Def & Just vs Est. La Plata Prediction
📢 What to expect from the clash between Defensa y Justicia and Estudiantes in the third round of the Primera? Both teams have kicked off the season confidently, each securing four points after two rounds, adding extra significance to this encounter. Defensa y Justicia will aim to capitalize on their home advantage and maintain their strong start to the campaign. Meanwhile, Estudiantes will look to affirm their ambitions and consolidate their position at the top end of the table.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 22 September 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Estudiantes de La Plata):
- ball possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 6;
- fouls: 14 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Defensa y Justicia and Estudiantes de La Plata:
- played 17 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 8, for the away team - 6, draws - 3;
- number of goals - 17 against 15;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.76, in the 2nd half - 1.12;
- average total goals in the match - 1.88.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Defensa y Justicia Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Primera Division tournament (home team - Deportivo Riestra, away team - Defensa y Justicia). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here's the game statistics (Defensa y Justicia vs Deportivo Riestra):
- ball possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 5;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Defensa y Justicia are currently in sixth place in the standings, making a solid start to the new season with one win and one draw. It's worth highlighting their ability to score at home, having found the net in nine of their last ten home matches. The hosts' playing style focuses on ball control and a solid defense, making them a tough opponent for any team.
Match Results: Defensa y Justicia
Estudiantes de La Plata Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Primera Division tournament (home team - Estudiantes de La Plata, away - Boca Juniors). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:1.
Here are the match stats (Estudiantes de La Plata vs Boca Juniors):
- ball possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 15 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
The "Students" have firmly secured fourth place, thanks to their impressive performance-seven wins in their last ten matches and four points from the last two rounds speak volumes. They are renowned for their attacking prowess and ability to exploit counterattacks against unprepared opponents. The visitors boast an average scoring rate of 1.5 goals per game, while maintaining a low defensive concession rate of just 0.7 goals per match.
Match Results: Estudiantes de La Plata
Latest news
Defensa y Justicia
The hosts are facing some lineup issues. Cesar Perez will be sidelined due to a torn cruciate ligament. Damian Fernandez will miss the match with a head injury and is expected to be out for several more weeks.
Estudiantes de La Plata
The visitors face more setbacks. Fernando Muslera is sidelined with an Achilles tendon injury, while Santiago Arzamendia is out with a cruciate ligament tear until the end of summer. Thiago Palacios will miss the match due to an injury, and Tomas Palacios isn't ready because of a muscle strain.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 6, draws - 3.
Statistics: Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes de La Plata
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- wins: 1 vs 1;
- win percentage: 50% vs 50%;
- losses: 0 vs 0;
- draws: 1 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 7;
- losses: 5 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1, the guests - 0.88;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 1.88;
- both teams scored: overall - 9; at the home team's field - 4.
- Defensa y Justicia have scored in 9 of last 10 home games (Primera Division).
Prediction on corners
Defensa y Justicia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.5; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.7; at home field - 4.
Estudiantes de La Plata: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5, away - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; away - 3.71.
- Over 8.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Defensa y Justicia games against Estudiantes de La Plata (Primera Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- both teams scored all-time - 9 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Statistics: Defensa y Justicia vs Estudiantes de La Plata
- number of matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 0 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Defensa y Justicia at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Estudiantes de La Plata away - 1 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Defensa y Justicia at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Estudiantes de La Plata away - 3 (43%).
Editor's Prediction
Estudiantes are considered slight favorites in this matchup due to their consistently solid performances. However, Defensa y Justicia are unlikely to play second fiddle and will aim to impose their own style on the game. Both teams favor wing play and frequently involve their full-backs, often resulting in numerous set pieces: in six of their last seven encounters, the total has exceeded 8.5 corners. Given this setup, fans can anticipate an open game with plenty of attacking opportunities for both sides.
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