San Lorenzo vs Velez

San Lorenzo seem to be improving in the context of a complicated season. Last time out, El Ciclon managed an important 2-1 away success at Platense thanks to goals from Ivan Leguizamon and Elian Irala. Leandro Romagnoli’s men made it two consecutive victories in league action to accumulate 13 points in the Liga Profesional (one game in hand), which allows them to escape from potential relegation threats in the aggregate table. San Lorenzo beat Talleres 2-0 in their last home match to stop a six-game winless streak of three draws and three losses as the hosting side in domestic action. Malcom Braida overcame a knee injury and is available to return on Saturday. Coach Leandro Romagnoli welcomes Iker Muniain, who arrived from Spanish side Athletic Club.

Velez Sarsfield continue flying high. Two weeks ago, the team showed an excellent display of football to beat newcomers Independiente Rivadavia 4-0 at home, making it eight Liga Profesional matches unbeaten (seven victories and one draw) to stay as Liga Profesional leaders on 27 points (two above second-placed Atletico Tucuman). In fact, Gustavo Quinteros’ men also occupy the top place in the aggregate rankings. On away turf, Velez managed ten points from the last 12 available.

San Lorenzo surprised everyone in the transfer window and brought Athletic Bilbao´s Iker Muniain to play in the midfield. He will be on the bench ready to debut, as well as left midfielder Malcom Braida, one of their best players who is back from an injury. They won two games in a row, mood is much better and even though Velez are the leaders, they should find a tough rival in this improved San Lorenzo.

BET: San Lorenzo +0.25 @ 1.81