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Estudiantes L.P. vs Platense Prediction, Tips & Odds

Estudiantes L.P. vs Platense

Liga Profesional ArgentinaClausura - 9
Estudiantes L.P.
#1 · Liga Profesional Argentina
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2 - 1
Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi, La Plata
Platense
#12 · Liga Profesional Argentina
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★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.50
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.46 (implied 68.6%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 71.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.41). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (71.1% vs 68.6%), 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 Platense, projecting a scoreline of 2-0. Estudiantes currently sits at the top of the Liga Profesional standings with 31 points from 16 matches, showcasing a strong season with 9 wins, 4 draws, and only 3 losses. Their goal difference of +12 indicates a solid defensive unit, having conceded just 7 goals, while their consistent form, with 3 wins and a draw in their last five matches, highlights their capability to secure results. On the other hand, Platense is positioned 12th with 16 points from the same number of matches. They have struggled this season, managing only 3 wins and 7 draws, alongside 6 losses. Their goal tally of 10 goals scored against 15 conceded reflects their difficulties in both attacking and defending. Despite a recent uptick in form with one win and four draws in their last five matches, they still face significant challenges against a top-performing Estudiantes side. The model gives Estudiantes a strong win probability based on their season performance, while also noting potential vulnerabilities. One caveat is that if Platense manages to stifle Estudiantes' attack, they could secure an unexpected result. For a deeper understanding of the predictions, the full methodology is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is brought to you by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, which employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through 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
Estudiantes L.P. Win49%1.89
Draw26%3.11
Platense Win25%4.71
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.5759.4%

Estudiantes L.P. have kept a clean sheet in 38% of matches. Platense average 0.8 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.4665.2%

Estudiantes L.P. manage games at home, conceding just 0.96 goals per match. Platense score 0.82 on the road.

Correct Score
Estudiantes L.P. 1-0 Platense
4.8520.7%

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

Asian Handicap
Estudiantes L.P. -0.5
1.7743%

Estudiantes L.P. have been the stronger side, winning 44% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-0
4.85
20.7%
1-1
6.06
16.5%
0-0
6.09
16.5%
2-0
7.12
14.2%
2-1
8.61
11.7%
0-1
8.86
11.3%

Our model projects a 1-0 Estudiantes L.P. win as the most likely scoreline at 20.7% 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
1.32
Platense
+0.0
3.25
Estudiantes L.P.
-0.5
1.77
Platense
+0.5
4.30
Estudiantes L.P.
-1.5
3.50
Platense
+1.5
10.00

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 Platense
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.733.255.502.551.502.251.57
Marathonbet
1.903.064.552.541.412.281.54
Betfair
1.853.254.502.631.472.381.57
Pinnacle
1.953.154.862.851.46——
SBO
1.902.994.04————
William Hill
1.912.904.40——2.251.57
Bet365
1.913.005.002.701.442.251.57
1xBet
1.943.124.642.541.412.281.56
Unibet
1.843.254.702.601.482.251.57
888Sport
1.853.004.502.501.442.251.57
Betano
1.983.155.002.701.502.221.62
Superbet
1.873.204.902.651.482.321.56
BetVictor
1.913.134.602.541.442.301.53

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
85%
Over 1.5 Goals
61.3%
Over 2.5 Goals
34.8%
Over 3.5 Goals
17.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XEstudiantes L.P. or Draw
75%1.17
12Estudiantes L.P. or Platense
74%1.33
X2Draw or Platense
51%1.90

Head to Head

Last 9 Meetings (Estudiantes L.P. leads 4-2)
4 Estudiantes L.P.3 Draw2 Platense
03 May
Platense
0-2
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
Dec 25
Estudiantes L.P.
2-1
Platense
Trofeo de Campeones de la Superliga
Sept 24
Estudiantes L.P.
1-1
Platense
Liga Profesional Argentina
Mar 24
Estudiantes L.P.
1-2
Platense
Copa de la Liga Profesional
Oct 23
Platense
2-1
Estudiantes L.P.
Copa de la Liga Profesional
Apr 23
Platense
1-2
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
Sept 22
Platense
0-0
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
Sept 21
Estudiantes L.P.
1-1
Platense
Liga Profesional Argentina
May 21
Estudiantes L.P.
2-0
Platense
Liga Profesional Argentina

In the last nine matches between Estudiantes L.P. and Platense, Estudiantes L.P. has won 4 times, Platense has won 2, and there have been 3 draws. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, with several matches ending in narrow margins, including three draws and a mix of 1-0 and 2-1 results. While Estudiantes L.P. has managed to secure more victories, the close scorelines suggest that Platense has been capable of competing effectively. Notably, Platense last won against Estudiantes L.P. in March 2024, indicating a slight gap in their recent successes against this opponent.

Liga Profesional Argentina Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Independ. Rivadavia
16104229151434
DWWLW
1
Estudiantes L.P.
169431971231
LWLDL
2
Boca Juniors
168622291330
WWWDW
2
River Plate
1692522121029
LWWWD
3
Velez Sarsfield
167721812628
WDWDD
3
Argentinos JRS
168531713429
LDDWD
12
Platense
163761015-516
LLDLW
14
Newells Old Boys
163671527-1215
DWDDD
15
Deportivo Riestra
16187512-711
DLDDD
15
Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto
161213524-195
LLLDD

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Estudiantes L.P.Home
5W1D2L
8 playedGF 11 · GA 42.00 pts/game
PlatenseAway
1W5D2L
8 playedGF 6 · GA 71.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Estudiantes L.P.Platense
1.21Goals p.g.0.82
0.96Goals conceded p.g.1.08
38%Clean sheets28%
44%Win rate26%
2.17Avg goals in match1.9
1.44xG per game1.17
0.13xGA per game0.52
61%Possession %52%
5.8Shots on target / game4.2
5.0Corners per game5.7
Estudiantes L.P.
Recent Form

Estudiantes L.P. have won 14 of their last 27 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 7. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Estudiantes L.P. 1-3 and beat Estudiantes L.P. 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 21W 11D 16L from the last 48 games (44% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Estudiantes L.P.All competitions
02 Oct
Platense
1-0
Estudiantes L.P.
Copa Argentina
26 Sept
Estudiantes L.P.
1-3
Rosario Central
Super Copa International
22 Sept
Lanus
2-1
Estudiantes L.P.
Liga Profesional Argentina
17 Sept
Corinthians
0-1
Estudiantes L.P.
CONMEBOL Libertadores
12 Sept
Estudiantes L.P.
2-1
Platense
Liga Profesional Argentina
10 Sept
Estudiantes L.P.
1-1
Corinthians
CONMEBOL Libertadores
21
Win
44%
11
Draw
23%
16
Lost
33%
Platense
Recent Form

Platense have won 4 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 6 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Estudiantes L.P. 2-1 and lost to Fluminense 2-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 10W 15D 14L from the last 39 games (26% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: PlatenseAll competitions
02 Oct
Platense
1-0
Estudiantes L.P.
Copa Argentina
20 Sept
Platense
0-1
Newells Old Boys
Liga Profesional Argentina
15 Sept
Platense
2-1
Fluminense
CONMEBOL Libertadores
12 Sept
Estudiantes L.P.
2-1
Platense
Liga Profesional Argentina
08 Sept
Fluminense
2-0
Platense
CONMEBOL Libertadores
04 Sept
Platense
1-1
Deportivo Riestra
Liga Profesional Argentina
10
Win
26%
15
Draw
38%
14
Lost
36%

Lineups

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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

Platense

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
Under 2.5 Goals1.46 (65.2%)
BTTS No1.57 (59.4%)
Value Bets
Estudiantes L.P. Win1.89 (49%)
Draw3.11 (25.7%)
Platense Win4.71 (25.3%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.62 (34.8%)
Both Teams Score2.28 (40.6%)

Yellow Card Prediction

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

Corner Prediction

Estudiantes L.P. have averaged 5.0 corners per match at home; Platense 5.7 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Estudiantes L.P. have generated 1.44 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 44% of them. They put 5.8 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.

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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.