Newell’s – Central Cordoba

Newell’s Old Boys two-game winning streak came to an end last Sunday, when they succumbed to a surprising 3-1 away defeat at bottom-placed Sarandi Arsenal. The team continue going through a terrible campaign, having accumulated only 23 points in 21 matches in the Liga Profesional. On a positive note, La Lepra are on three home matches unbeaten, having won two and drawn one in that spell.

CA Central Cordoba seem to be finding their way to succeed. Last Saturday, the team managed an important 1-0 home victory over Independiente through a goal from captain Cristian Vega. It was their second consecutive win in the context of a poor campaign in general terms (they earned only 20 points in 21 games). As a result of this positive streak, Sergio Rondina’s men climbed into the 22nd spot of the relegation table. Central Cordoba also won their last away game (3-1 at Sarmiento), which stopped a 13-game winless run of eight draws and five losses on the road.

Even if they are both very irregular and poor teams, I can’t see Newell’s having this really big odds at home so I’m betting the hosts here.

BET: Newell’s DNB @ 1.76