Today's top picks and bookie offers, free on TelegramToday's top picks, free on TelegramJoin

Estudiantes L.P. vs Gimnasia M. Prediction, Tips & Odds

Estudiantes L.P. vs Gimnasia M.

Liga Profesional ArgentinaClausura - 11
Estudiantes L.P.
#1 · Liga Profesional Argentina
LDDWL
3 - 0
Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi, La Plata
Referee: Yael Falcon Perez
Gimnasia M.
#11 · Liga Profesional Argentina
LWLLD
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.70
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.67 (implied 59.8%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 62.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.60). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (62.3% vs 59.8%), 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 Estudiantes L.P. to win against Gimnasia M. with a projected scoreline of 2-0. Estudiantes currently sits at the top of the Liga Profesional Argentina standings, having accumulated 31 points from 16 matches. Their strong season has been marked by a solid defence, conceding only 7 goals, which highlights their ability to control games. Although their recent form shows some inconsistency with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches, their overall performance reflects a team capable of maintaining their position at the summit. On the other hand, Gimnasia M. is positioned 11th with 19 points from 16 matches. Their season has been challenging, as they have managed only five wins and have a negative goal difference of -8, indicating struggles both in attack and defence. Their recent form, which includes two wins and two draws in their last five matches, suggests a slight improvement but may not be enough to challenge a strong side like Estudiantes. The model indicates a win probability of 60% for Estudiantes, along with the projected score of 2-0. One caveat to consider is that Estudiantes' recent form could lead to unexpected vulnerabilities, especially if they underestimate their opponents. For further details on our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across 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
Estudiantes L.P. Win56%1.67
Draw23%3.55
Gimnasia M. Win21%5.40
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.7155.3%

Estudiantes L.P. have kept a clean sheet in 38% of matches. Gimnasia M. average 1.0 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.6759.1%

Estudiantes L.P. manage games at home, conceding just 0.94 goals per match. Gimnasia M. score 1.00 on the road.

Correct Score
Estudiantes L.P. 1-0 Gimnasia M.
5.4818.3%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 18.3% probability.

Asian Handicap
Estudiantes L.P. -1.5
3.0036%

Estudiantes L.P. have been the stronger side, winning 42% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-0
5.48
18.3%
1-1
6.63
15.1%
2-0
6.92
14.5%
2-1
8.04
12.5%
0-0
8.19
12.3%
0-1
11.63
8.6%

Our model projects a 1-0 Estudiantes L.P. win as the most likely scoreline at 18.3% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Estudiantes L.P. clean sheets, in line with their 38% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Estudiantes L.P.
-0.0
1.22
Gimnasia M.
+0.0
3.87
Estudiantes L.P.
-1.5
3.00
Gimnasia M.
+1.5
12.00

Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Estudiantes L.P. 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

Estudiantes L.P. vs Gimnasia M.
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Marathonbet
1.683.525.102.141.662.021.69
Betfair
1.623.505.502.151.672.051.75
Pinnacle
1.673.745.852.241.70——
SBO
1.643.284.722.251.64——
William Hill
1.673.405.00——2.001.75
Bet365
1.653.506.002.151.672.101.67
1xBet
1.723.605.212.171.692.021.71
Betano
1.723.705.702.221.702.071.70
BetVictor
1.653.705.502.081.642.051.67

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
88.8%
Over 1.5 Goals
68.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
40.9%
Over 3.5 Goals
23.5%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XEstudiantes L.P. or Draw
79%1.13
12Estudiantes L.P. or Gimnasia M.
77%1.26
X2Draw or Gimnasia M.
44%2.15

Head to Head

Last 1 Meetings (Estudiantes L.P. leads 1-0)
1 Estudiantes L.P.0 Draw0 Gimnasia M.
18 Mar
Gimnasia M.
1-2
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina

Estudiantes L.P. has won the only recent match against Gimnasia M., with a record of 1 win and no draws or losses. The scoreline of 2-1 indicates a competitive encounter, suggesting that while Estudiantes L.P. emerged victorious, the match was relatively tight. There have been no draws in their last meeting, and Gimnasia M. has not won against Estudiantes L.P. in this sample. This recent fixture shows that Estudiantes L.P. holds a slight upper hand in their head-to-head record.

Liga Profesional Argentina Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Estudiantes L.P.
169431971231
LDWLW
1
Independ. Rivadavia
16104229151434
DLDWW
2
River Plate
1692522121029
WDWLW
2
Boca Juniors
168622291330
WDWWW
3
Argentinos JRS
168531713429
WDWLD
3
Velez Sarsfield
167721812628
WLDWD
11
Gimnasia M.
165471422-819
LWLDL
14
Newells Old Boys
163671527-1215
WLDWD
15
Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto
161213524-195
WLLLL
15
Deportivo Riestra
16187512-711
DLDDL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Estudiantes L.P.Home
5W1D2L
8 playedGF 11 · GA 42.00 pts/game
Gimnasia M.Away
1W3D4L
8 playedGF 5 · GA 140.75 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Estudiantes L.P.Gimnasia M.
1.21Goals p.g.1
0.94Goals conceded p.g.1.2
38%Clean sheets30%
42%Win rate37%
2.15Avg goals in match2.2
1.55xG per game1.28
0.42xGA per game0.24
57%Possession %51%
5.3Shots on target / game4.4
4.1Corners per game4.8
Estudiantes L.P.
Recent Form

Estudiantes L.P. have won 15 of their last 30 matches at home, drawing 7 and losing 8. Their recent home fixtures include lost to San Lorenzo 1-2 and drew with Flamengo 0-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 22W 13D 17L from the last 52 games (42% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Estudiantes L.P.All competitions
18 Oct
Estudiantes L.P.
1-2
San Lorenzo
Liga Profesional Argentina
16 Oct
Estudiantes L.P.
0-0
Flamengo
CONMEBOL Libertadores
10 Oct
Central Cordoba de Santiago
2-2
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
05 Oct
Estudiantes L.P.
3-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
02 Oct
Platense
1-0
Estudiantes L.P.
Copa Argentina
26 Sept
Estudiantes L.P.
1-3
Rosario Central
Super Copa International
22
Win
42%
13
Draw
25%
17
Lost
33%
Gimnasia M.
Recent Form

Gimnasia M. have won 3 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 4 and losing 9. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Gimnasia M. 1-0 and lost to Estudiantes L.P. 3-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 11W 7D 12L from the last 30 games (37% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Gimnasia M.All competitions
17 Oct
Velez Sarsfield
1-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
12 Oct
Gimnasia M.
1-0
Newells Old Boys
Liga Profesional Argentina
05 Oct
Estudiantes L.P.
3-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
11 Sept
Defensa Y Justicia
2-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
05 Sept
Gimnasia M.
2-2
Boca Juniors
Liga Profesional Argentina
30 Aug
Independiente
0-3
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
11
Win
37%
7
Draw
23%
12
Lost
40%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

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

Unavailable Players

0 players

Estudiantes L.P.

No reported absences

Gimnasia M.

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
Estudiantes L.P. Win1.67 (55.6%)
Under 2.5 Goals1.67 (59.1%)
BTTS No1.71 (55.3%)
Value Bets
Over 2.5 Goals2.18 (40.9%)
Both Teams Score2.04 (44.7%)
Speculative
Draw3.55 (23.2%)
Gimnasia M. Win5.40 (21.2%)

Yellow Card Prediction

Yael Falcon Perez has averaged 4.5 yellow cards per match across 2 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is over 4.5 yellow cards at 1.85.

Corner Prediction

Estudiantes L.P. have averaged 4.1 corners per match at home; Gimnasia M. 4.8 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.4 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Estudiantes L.P. have generated 1.55 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 42% of them. They put 5.3 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Estudiantes L.P. player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

What's Your Prediction?

Pick the result you expect

OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

Do you agree with this prediction?

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.