Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Club Atletico Platense
Independiente
On February 18, Platense and Independiente will face off in an Argentine Primera División match with both teams looking to solidify their positions in the table. Can Platense defend their home turf, or will Independiente continue their impressive form? Here’s my detailed betting analysis for this fixture.
Platense
After five rounds, Platense has had mixed results, with two wins, two losses, and one draw.
Their defensive approach has resulted in low-scoring matches, with the team prioritizing organization over attacking play.
In their last match, they took the lead against San Lorenzo but conceded two penalties, leading to a 1-2 away defeat. The team lacks consistency, but currently sits seventh in the standings.
Independiente
Independiente has made a strong start to the season, winning four of their five matches to sit in second place, just two points behind the leaders with a game in hand.
Their most recent match was a dominant 3-0 home win over Vélez Sarsfield, with Gabriel Ávalos scoring twice in the first half.
Independiente is playing attacking, entertaining football, averaging three goals per match—the highest in the league.
Probable lineups
- Platense: Cozzani, Bai, Salomón, Vázquez, Saborido, Picco, Herrera, Zapiola, Taborda, Mainero, Lotti.
- Independiente: Rey, Vera, Lomónaco, Valdez, Sporle, Loyola, Marcone, Millán, Cabral, Ávalos, Tarzia.
Match facts
- Platense at home: 1 win, 1 draw.
- Independiente away: 1 win, 1 loss.
- Betting odds: Platense 3.25 | Draw 2.81 | Independiente 2.55.
Head-to-head (H2H)
- Last meeting (May 2023): A 0-0 draw at Platense’s home.
- Overall record: Independiente has never beaten Platense in their four meetings (2 draws, 2 losses).
Prediction
This could be a close and tactical match, as Platense tends to play defensively. However, Independiente’s attacking form cannot be ignored, and they will look to break their winless streak against Platense. Despite the expectation of a low-scoring game, Independiente's recent goal-scoring run suggests there will be chances. Best bet: Over 1.5 total goals.
