Independiente
Velez Sarsfield
Independiente
Velez Sarsfield
Independiente
Velez Sarsfield
Independiente
Velez Sarsfield
Velez Sarsfield
Independiente
Team Overview
In their last match, Velez Sarsfield hosted Talleres Cordoba in the Liga Profesional Argentina, securing a convincing 3-1 victory. This win continues their strong run of form, marking their second consecutive victory.
Match statistics (Talleres Cordoba vs Velez Sarsfield):
Team Overview
Independiente faced Newells Old Boys at home in their latest Liga Profesional Argentina match, emerging victorious with a 1-0 scoreline. This win adds to their recent success, marking their second consecutive victory.
Match statistics (Independiente vs Newells Old Boys):
In a closely contested match, Velez Sarsfield secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Independiente, thanks to a goal from T. Aguirre in the 70th minute. This win marks an important step for Velez in the Liga Profesional Argentina's Clausura round.
The match was characterized by a tactical battle in midfield, with Velez enjoying slightly more possession at 54% compared to Independiente's 46%. Both teams had their chances, with Velez registering 12 total shots, four of which were on target, while Independiente managed 11 shots, but only one hit the target.
Defensively, Velez was solid, limiting Independiente to just one shot on goal. However, the match was not without its physicality, as evidenced by the 17 fouls committed by Velez against 13 from Independiente, and a total of six yellow cards were issued, with Velez receiving four.
The turning point came when Aguirre found the net, breaking the deadlock after a tense second half. Despite late efforts from Independiente, Velez held firm to secure the three points, showcasing their resilience and tactical discipline.
This victory not only boosts Velez's confidence but also highlights their ability to grind out results, a crucial trait as the season progresses.
Velez Sarsfield has shown solid form in their recent matches, winning 3 out of their last 5 games, including a recent victory against Independiente. They have scored a total of 6 goals and conceded only 3 in their last 5 matches, indicating a strong defensive performance. On the other hand, Independiente has had a mixed bag of results, winning 2 out of their last 5 matches, with a total of 6 goals scored and 4 conceded. This suggests that while they can find the back of the net, their defense has been slightly more vulnerable.
In their head-to-head encounters, Velez Sarsfield and Independiente have played 15 matches, with Velez winning 2, Independiente winning 7, and 6 matches ending in a draw. The average goals per game in these encounters is 2.07, with Velez averaging 0.80 goals at home and Independiente averaging 1.27 away. The recent match on January 31, 2026, ended in a 1-1 draw, showcasing the competitive nature of these fixtures.
Tactically, Velez Sarsfield is expected to maintain a compact shape, focusing on quick transitions to exploit any gaps left by Independiente's defense. Their recent success in set-pieces could also play a crucial role in securing a goal.
Tomás Marchiori
G
Joaquín García
D
Thiago Silvero
D
Lisandro Magallán
D
Elías Gómez
D
Rodrigo Aliendro
M
Claudio Baeza
M
Luca Feler
M
Matías Pellegrini
M
Manuel Lanzini
M
Dilan Godoy
F
Rodrigo Rey
G
Leonardo Godoy
D
Juan Fedorco
D
Sebastián Valdez
D
Facundo Zabala
D
Mateo Perez Curci
M
Iván Marcone
M
Maximiliano Gutiérrez
M
Santiago Montiel
M
Matías Abaldo
M
Gabriel Ávalos
F
