San Lorenzo vs Lanus Prediction 23 January 2026
📢 How will the match between San Lorenzo and Lanús unfold in the first round of the Primera? The start of a new season always offers teams the opportunity to turn the page and begin the championship afresh. San Lorenzo aim to quickly move past their disappointing end to the last campaign and delight their fans at home. Meanwhile, Lanús, who traditionally perform well against this opponent, will be eager to snatch some points right from the start.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 05 October 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Atletico Lanus):
- ball possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 7;
- fouls: 14 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams San Lorenzo and Atletico Lanus:
- played 37 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 9, for the away team - 20, draws - 8;
- number of goals - 47 against 67;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.32, in the 2nd half - 1.76;
- average total goals in the match - 3.08.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

San Lorenzo Team Overview
The team's last match took place on in a friendly (San Lorenzo as hosts, Cerro Porteño as visitors). The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the game statistics (San Lorenzo vs Cerro Porteño):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corners: 2 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
San Lorenzo displayed mixed results towards the end of last season, securing three wins against four losses in their last ten matches. Their average goals scored stood at 0.9 per game, highlighting a need for offensive improvement. Meanwhile, their defense also requires bolstering, as they conceded an average of one goal per match. The Saints often rely on the pace of their wingers to create scoring opportunities.
Match Results: San Lorenzo

Atletico Lanus Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Copa Argentina tournament (home team - Atletico Lanus, away - Sarmiento de la Banda). The match ended with a score of 4:1.
Here are the game statistics (Atletico Lanus vs Sarmiento de la Banda):
- ball possession: 65% vs 35%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 2.
Lanús wrapped up last season on a high note, securing six victories in their last ten matches. They boast a solid performance both in attack and defense, averaging just 0.8 goals conceded per match while scoring 1.6 goals per game, reflecting a high level of team cohesion. The last encounter between these teams ended with a 2-1 victory for Lanús, which could provide an added psychological boost for the visitors.
Match Results: Atletico Lanus
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 37;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 20, draws - 8.
Statistics: San Lorenzo vs Atletico Lanus
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 0;
- wins: 0 vs 0;
- win percentage: 0% vs 0%;
- losses: 0 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 6;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.27, the guests - 1.81;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 3.08;
- both teams scored: overall - 21; at the home team's field - 12.
- San Lorenzo have scored in 9 of last 10 games against Atletico Lanus (Primera Division).
- San Lorenzo have scored in 8 of last 9 home games against Atletico Lanus (Primera Division).
Prediction on corners
- Atletico Lanus have taken over 3.5 corners in last 6 away games against San Lorenzo.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 37;
- both teams scored all-time - 21 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
- San Lorenzo have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games against Atletico Lanus (Primera Division).
- San Lorenzo have scored and conceded in last 5 home games against Atletico Lanus (Primera Division).
Editor's Prediction
San Lorenzo enter this match as favorites, despite their recent disappointing results. However, their encounters with Lanus are typically dynamic and goal-filled affairs: at least two goals have been scored in 15 of their last 16 head-to-head meetings. Lanus know how to exploit San Lorenzo's weaknesses, consistently finding opportunities in attack. Therefore, this match promises to be an exciting one. We're betting on over 1.5 goals.