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Boca Juniors vs Lanus Prediction, Tips & Odds

Boca Juniors vs Lanus

Liga Profesional ArgentinaClausura - 7
Boca Juniors
#2 · Liga Profesional Argentina
WDWDW
VS
Estadio Alberto J. Armando, Buenos Aires
Lanus
#6 · Liga Profesional Argentina
LWLLL
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.54
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.49 (implied 67.3%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 69.8% probability (an expert ratio of 1.43). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (69.8% vs 67.3%), driven by both sides' tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Boca Juniors to win against Lanus, projecting a scoreline of 2-0. Boca Juniors currently sit in second place in the Liga Profesional Argentina, showcasing a strong season with eight wins, six draws, and only two losses from 16 matches. Their goal difference of +13, with 22 goals scored and just 9 conceded, highlights a solid defensive record, which has been crucial in their push for the title. On the other hand, Lanus occupies the sixth position, having recorded six wins, six draws, and four losses this season. With 18 goals scored and 15 conceded, their goal difference of +3 indicates that they have struggled defensively compared to Boca Juniors. Recent form has not been favorable for Lanus, as they have suffered three losses in their last five matches, which could impact their confidence going into this match. The model output suggests a win probability of approximately 65% for Boca Juniors, reflecting their strong season and home advantage. However, a caveat exists; if Lanus can tighten their defence and capitalise on any lapses from Boca, they could pose a threat. For a detailed account of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is provided by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, using an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Boca Juniors Win57%1.72
Draw24%3.29
Lanus Win19%5.43
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.5459.2%

Boca Juniors have kept a clean sheet in 46% of matches. Lanus average 1.0 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.4963.0%

Boca Juniors manage games at home, conceding just 0.74 goals per match. Lanus score 1.03 on the road.

Correct Score
Boca Juniors 1-0 Lanus
4.8320.7%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 20.7% probability.

Asian Handicap
Boca Juniors -1.5
3.2037%

Boca Juniors have been the stronger side, winning 49% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-0
4.83
20.7%
1-1
6.35
15.8%
0-0
6.42
15.7%
2-0
6.54
15.3%
2-1
8.75
11.5%
0-1
10.22
9.8%

Our model projects a 1-0 Boca Juniors win as the most likely scoreline at 20.7% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Boca Juniors clean sheets, in line with their 46% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Boca Juniors
-0.0
1.22
Lanus
+0.0
3.67
Boca Juniors
-1.5
3.20
Lanus
+1.5
11.00

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Boca Juniors are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Boca Juniors vs Lanus
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Marathonbet
1.733.255.352.421.452.311.53
Betfair
1.673.405.00
William Hill
1.753.105.002.301.57
Bet365
1.703.205.752.601.482.381.53
1xBet
1.763.315.452.421.452.311.55
Unibet
1.663.505.602.401.542.281.56
Betano
1.753.255.802.601.522.301.57
BetVictor
1.733.305.502.441.472.381.50

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
85.6%
Over 1.5 Goals
62.6%
Over 2.5 Goals
37%
Over 3.5 Goals
18.7%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XBoca Juniors or Draw
81%1.14
12Boca Juniors or Lanus
76%1.31
X2Draw or Lanus
43%2.07

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Boca Juniors leads 4-2)
4 Boca Juniors4 Draw2 Lanus
05 Mar
Lanus
0-3
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
May 25
Boca Juniors
0-0
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
Nov 24
Lanus
1-0
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
Feb 24
Lanus
2-1
Boca Juniors
Copa de la Liga Profesional
Sept 23
Boca Juniors
1-1
Lanus
Copa de la Liga Profesional
Jun 23
Boca Juniors
1-1
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
Sept 22
Lanus
0-1
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
Apr 22
Boca Juniors
1-1
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
Oct 21
Boca Juniors
4-2
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
May 21
Boca Juniors
1-0
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina

In the last 10 matches between Boca Juniors and Lanus, Boca Juniors has won 4 times, while Lanus has 2 wins, and there have been 4 draws. The scorelines indicate a relatively balanced competition, with several tight encounters reflected in the four draws and narrow victories. Notably, Boca Juniors has recorded a heavier win with a 4-2 scoreline, but overall, the matches have often been low-scoring, as seen in the frequent 1-1 draws. Lanus last won against Boca Juniors in 2024, suggesting a challenge in recent fixtures for them.

Liga Profesional Argentina Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Independ. Rivadavia
16104229151434
DLWLW
1
Estudiantes L.P.
169431971231
LWLLW
2
River Plate
1692522121029
WLLLL
2
Boca Juniors
168622291330
DDWDL
3
Velez Sarsfield
167721812628
DDWWW
3
Argentinos JRS
168531713429
LWWWW
6
Lanus
166641815324
LWLLW
14
Aldosivi
16088619-138
LDLLL
15
Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto
161213524-195
DLLDL
15
Deportivo Riestra
16187512-711
DLWLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Boca JuniorsHome
3W5D0L
8 playedGF 8 · GA 31.75 pts/game
LanusAway
3W2D3L
8 playedGF 9 · GA 101.38 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Boca JuniorsLanus
1.37Goals p.g.1.03
0.74Goals conceded p.g.1.15
46%Clean sheets42%
49%Win rate42%
2.11Avg goals in match2.18
1.99xG per game1.03
0.19xGA per game-0.16
64%Possession %49%
5.3Shots on target / game4.2
8.3Corners per game5.0
Boca Juniors
Recent Form

Boca Juniors have won 9 of their last 18 matches at home, drawing 7 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include beat Boca Juniors 3-1 and drew with Boca Juniors 1-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 17W 10D 8L from the last 35 games (49% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Boca JuniorsAll competitions
18 Aug
Deportivo Recoleta
0-4
Boca Juniors
CONMEBOL Sudamericana
16 Aug
Platense
1-1
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
11 Aug
Boca Juniors
3-1
Deportivo Recoleta
CONMEBOL Sudamericana
08 Aug
Boca Juniors
1-1
Velez Sarsfield
Liga Profesional Argentina
05 Aug
Boca Juniors
1-0
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
02 Aug
Newells Old Boys
2-2
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
17
Win
49%
10
Draw
29%
8
Lost
23%
Lanus
Recent Form

Lanus have won 5 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 10. Their recent away fixtures include beat Talleres Cordoba 0-3 and lost to Union Santa Fe 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 6D 13L from the last 33 games (42% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: LanusAll competitions
17 Aug
Lanus
1-3
Independiente
Liga Profesional Argentina
12 Aug
Talleres Cordoba
0-3
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
06 Aug
Union Santa Fe
2-1
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
03 Aug
Lanus
0-1
Instituto Cordoba
Liga Profesional Argentina
30 Jul
Cienciano
4-0
Lanus
CONMEBOL Sudamericana
26 Jul
Lanus
1-0
San Lorenzo
Liga Profesional Argentina
14
Win
42%
6
Draw
18%
13
Lost
39%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

0 players

Boca Juniors

No reported absences

Lanus

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Boca Juniors Win1.72 (56.7%)
Under 2.5 Goals1.49 (63%)
BTTS No1.54 (59.2%)
Value Bets
Over 2.5 Goals2.48 (37%)
Both Teams Score2.32 (40.8%)
Speculative
Draw3.29 (24.4%)
Lanus Win5.43 (18.9%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Boca Juniors have averaged 8.3 corners per match at home; Lanus 5.0 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.7 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Boca Juniors have generated 1.99 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 49% of them. They put 5.3 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Boca Juniors player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.