River Plate vs Belgrano Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 5 April 2026
📢 What to expect from the clash between River Plate and Belgrano in the 13th round of the Primera? Both teams have been delivering strong performances this season, albeit with contrasting styles. River Plate, benefiting from their solid home form, currently hold second place in the standings. Meanwhile, Belgrano aren't far behind, sitting in fourth position, thanks to their consistent defensive play.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 18 May 2024 and ended with a scoreline of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - River Plate ):
- ball possession percentage: 78% vs 22%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 1;
- fouls: 12 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 0.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams River Plate and Belgrano:
- played 17 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 7, for the away team - 5, draws - 5;
- number of goals - 25 against 19;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.88, in the 2nd half - 1.71;
- average total goals in the match - 2.59.
Head-to-head statistics River Plate - Belgrano
River Plate Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Primera Division tournament (home team - Estudiantes Rio Cuarto, away team - River Plate ). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:2.
Here's the game statistics (River Plate vs Estudiantes Rio Cuarto):
- ball possession: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 8 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 1.
River Plate are in excellent form, having won four of their last five matches and currently riding a three-game winning streak. Over the past ten games, they have averaged 1.2 goals per match while boasting a solid defense, conceding just 0.9 goals per game. This combination of offensive efficiency and strong defense enables the team to maintain a high standing in the league table.
Match Results: River Plate
Belgrano Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Copa Argentina tournament (home team - Belgrano, away - Atletico Rafaela). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:0.
Here are the match stats (Belgrano vs Atletico Rafaela):
- ball possession: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 8 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 1.
Belgrano are also in decent form, with two wins and a draw in their last five matches underscoring this. Over their last ten games, they have showcased a solid defense, conceding just 0.7 goals per match, making them a tough opponent for anyone. However, their attacking line is slightly less productive compared to the home side.
Match Results: Belgrano
Latest news
River Plate
The team faces significant roster challenges: Marcos Acuña will miss the match due to suspension, while Gonzalo Montiel (hamstring injury), Giuliano Galoppo (ankle dislocation), Franco Armani (tendon injury), Maximiliano Meza (knee injury), and Germán Pezzella (ACL injury) are also sidelined. Additionally, Juan Carlos Portillo and Giorgio Costantini, both with ACL tears, are ruled out for the rest of the season.
Belgrano
The team doesn't have many personnel issues: Alexis Maldonado (hamstring injury), Adrian Sporle (tendon injury), and Lisandro Lopez (tendon injury) will not play.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- home team wins - 7, away team wins - 5, draws - 5.
Statistics: River Plate vs Belgrano
- matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 11;
- wins: 6 vs 5;
- win percentage: 55% vs 45%;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 3.
- Belgrano won with a +1.5 handicap in 23 of last 24 games.
- Belgrano won with a +1.5 handicap in 20 of last 21 games (Liga Profesional).
- Belgrano won with a +1.5 handicap in 18 of last 19 away games.
- Belgrano won with a +1.5 handicap in 17 of last 18 away games (Liga Profesional).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.47, the guests - 1.12;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.59;
- both teams scored: overall - 12; at the home team's field - 5.
Statistics: River Plate vs Belgrano
- average total in the tournament: 2.09 vs 1.91;
- average total goals scored: 1.27 vs 1.09;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.45 vs 0.18;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.82 vs 0.91;
- River Plate : average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Belgrano: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.75) vs 1.2 (away - 0.8).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 5 River Plate games (Liga Profesional).
Prediction on corners
River Plate : Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.36; at home field - 7.25;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.7; at home field - 8.25.
Belgrano: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.09, away - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.9; away - 2.8.
- River Plate have taken over 5.5 corners in last 10 home games (Liga Profesional).
- River Plate have taken over 5.5 corners in last 9 home games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.76 (1.88 for home team and 1.88 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.11 (1.44 for home team and 2.67 for away team).
River Plate : Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.45; at home - 1.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; at home - 1.
Belgrano: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.27, away - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 1.8.
- Under 5.5 yellow cards in 7 of last 8 Belgrano games.
- Under 5.5 yellow cards in 6 of last 7 Belgrano games (Liga Profesional).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- both teams scored all-time - 12 times;
- on the home team’s field - 5 times.
Statistics: River Plate vs Belgrano
- number of matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 11;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for River Plate at home - 2 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Belgrano away - 3 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for River Plate at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Belgrano away - 2 (40%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (27/173, 15.6%);
- River Plate at home most often finish matches: 2:0 (2/4, 50%);
- Belgrano away most often play: 0:1 (2/6, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 14.36% (odds 5.5)
1:1 - 11.53% (odds 7)
2:1 - 9.26% (odds 8)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
River Plate enter the match as favorites and will aim to dominate and attack aggressively on their home turf. The hosts consistently apply pressure on their opponents, creating numerous chances in the final third. Notably, in their last 10 home games, they have won at least six corners each time. Given River Plate's style of play, betting on River Plate's individual total over 5.5 corners appears to be a well-founded choice.No comments
Betting Tips: River Plate - Belgrano
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