Arsenal vs Platense
Despite their relevant absences, Sarandi Arsenal secured their second consecutive victory in the Liga Profesional, beating direct relegation contenders Patronato 1-0 away last Saturday. Leonardo Madelon’s men made it six matches unbeaten in this competition (two wins and four draws) to accumulate ten points, which allows them to open a five-gap over the first drop spot in the respective table, occupied by Aldosivi. At home, Arsenal haven’t lost any of their last four games, winning two and drawing two in that time. Left back Damian Perez won’t feature due to a personal problem.
Platense secured an important point last Saturday, when they drew 1-1 at home against league leaders Newell’s Old Boys thanks to a strike from Juan Cruz Esquivel in the 83rd minute. Therefore, El Calamar remain unbeaten in the Liga Profesional, with three victories and four draws, accumulating 13 points to stay away from potential relegation threats. On away turf, Platense managed seven points from nine on offer in this competition as a product of two successes and one stalemate.
Platense are still undefeated and can be leaders if they win here, so I trust them at least not to lose.