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Gimnasia M. vs Union Santa Fe Prediction, Tips & Odds

Gimnasia M. vs Union Santa Fe

Liga Profesional ArgentinaClausura - 3
Gimnasia M.
#11 · Liga Profesional Argentina
WLWWL
2 - 0
Victor Legrotaglie, Mendoza
Union Santa Fe
#8 · Liga Profesional Argentina
WLDLL
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.62
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.58 (implied 63.5%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 66.0% probability (an expert ratio of 1.52). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (66.0% vs 63.5%), 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 Union Santa Fe to win with a projected scoreline of 2-1 against Gimnasia M. This prediction is based on Union's slightly better standing in the league, currently positioned 8th with 21 points from 16 matches, compared to Gimnasia M.'s 11th place and 19 points. Union has managed to score 24 goals while conceding 20, indicating a more potent attack than Gimnasia M., who have only netted 14 goals this season. Gimnasia M. has had a mixed season, recording 5 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses. Their goal difference of -8 reflects struggles in both defence and attack, with only 14 goals scored against 22 conceded. Recent form shows two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, suggesting they are gradually finding some consistency, but will need to improve significantly to secure a victory against a higher-ranked opponent. Union Santa Fe, while positioned slightly higher in the league, has faced challenges recently, with only one win in their last five matches. Their form includes two draws and two losses, indicating a need for improvement to maintain their standing. However, their overall goal tally suggests they still possess the capability to score, which could be crucial in this matchup. The model output gives Union Santa Fe a strong win probability, with a projected score of 2-1. A key market percentage indicates they have a better chance of winning, but a caveat exists: if Gimnasia M. can leverage their home advantage effectively, they could pose a serious threat. For a full breakdown of our analysis, please see the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is provided by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, utilizing an in-house model that evaluates matchups 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
Gimnasia M. Win39%2.85
Draw26%3.07
Union Santa Fe Win35%2.57
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.7952.3%

Gimnasia M. have kept a clean sheet in 33% of matches. Union Santa Fe average 1.4 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.5859.2%

Gimnasia M. manage games at home, conceding just 1.14 goals per match. Union Santa Fe score 1.38 on the road.

Correct Score
Gimnasia M. 1-1 Union Santa Fe
5.6517.8%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 17.8% probability.

Asian Handicap
Gimnasia M. -0.5
2.7933%

Gimnasia M. have been the stronger side, winning 33% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
5.65
17.8%
0-1
6.54
15.4%
1-0
7.12
14.1%
0-0
7.38
13.6%
1-2
9.36
10.8%
2-1
10.13
9.9%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 17.8% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Gimnasia M.
-0.0
1.98
Union Santa Fe
+0.0
1.80
Gimnasia M.
-0.3
2.37
Union Santa Fe
+0.3
2.25
Gimnasia M.
-0.5
2.79
Union Santa Fe
+0.5
2.37
Gimnasia M.
-1.5
6.50
Union Santa Fe
+1.5
6.00

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Gimnasia M. 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

Gimnasia M. vs Union Santa Fe
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.853.102.542.351.571.951.77
Marathonbet
2.703.162.592.171.561.891.79
Betfair
2.803.002.602.401.501.911.80
Pinnacle
2.793.202.772.391.62
SBO
2.802.892.452.441.55
William Hill
2.802.902.501.951.80
Bet365
2.883.102.602.301.601.951.80
1xBet
2.853.222.562.291.621.901.80
Unibet
3.103.102.432.481.502.021.70
888Sport
2.902.902.452.251.571.951.80
Betano
2.803.152.672.351.621.931.80
Superbet
2.923.102.602.321.611.921.82
BetVictor
2.803.132.632.171.591.901.80

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
87.5%
Over 1.5 Goals
66.3%
Over 2.5 Goals
40.8%
Over 3.5 Goals
21.1%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XGimnasia M. or Draw
65%1.50
12Gimnasia M. or Union Santa Fe
75%1.34
X2Draw or Union Santa Fe
61%1.39

Head to Head

Last 2 Meetings (evenly matched 1-1)
1 Gimnasia M.0 Draw1 Union Santa Fe
03 Feb
Union Santa Fe
4-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
Apr 24
Union Santa Fe
1-2
Gimnasia M.
Copa Argentina

The head-to-head record between Gimnasia M. and Union Santa Fe stands at one win for each side with no draws in their last two encounters. The scorelines indicate a mix of results, with Union Santa Fe achieving a heavy 4-0 victory in their most recent matchup, while Gimnasia M. secured a tighter 2-1 win in the earlier fixture. This suggests that while both teams have claimed victories, the most recent match was quite one-sided, highlighting Union Santa Fe's ability to dominate on that occasion.

Liga Profesional Argentina Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Independ. Rivadavia
16104229151434
WLWDL
1
Estudiantes L.P.
169431971231
LLWLL
2
River Plate
1692522121029
LLLLL
2
Boca Juniors
168622291330
DWDLL
3
Velez Sarsfield
167721812628
DWWWL
3
Argentinos JRS
168531713429
WWWWL
8
Union Santa Fe
165652420421
LWLDL
11
Gimnasia M.
165471422-819
LWLWW
14
Aldosivi
16088619-138
LLLDD
15
Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto
161213524-195
LDLWL
15
Deportivo Riestra
16187512-711
WLLWD

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Gimnasia M.Home
4W1D3L
8 playedGF 9 · GA 81.63 pts/game
Union Santa FeAway
2W2D4L
8 playedGF 13 · GA 151.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Gimnasia M.Union Santa Fe
0.86Goals p.g.1.38
1.14Goals conceded p.g.1.29
33%Clean sheets25%
33%Win rate33%
2Avg goals in match2.67
1.37xG per game1.03
0.14xGA per game-0.62
46%Possession %50%
4.4Shots on target / game5.5
4.3Corners per game6.5
Gimnasia M.
Recent Form

Gimnasia M. have won 6 of their last 11 matches at home, drawing 2 and losing 3. Their recent home fixtures include beat Union Santa Fe 2-0 and beat Central Cordoba de Santiago 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 6D 8L from the last 21 games (33% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Gimnasia M.All competitions
01 Aug
Gimnasia M.
2-0
Union Santa Fe
Liga Profesional Argentina
28 Jul
San Lorenzo
1-0
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
24 Jul
Gimnasia M.
1-0
Central Cordoba de Santiago
Liga Profesional Argentina
04 May
Gimnasia M.
2-1
Defensa Y Justicia
Liga Profesional Argentina
26 Apr
Independ. Rivadavia
5-1
Gimnasia M.
Liga Profesional Argentina
21 Apr
Gimnasia M.
1-0
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
7
Win
33%
6
Draw
29%
8
Lost
38%
Union Santa Fe
Recent Form

Union Santa Fe have won 3 of their last 13 matches on the road, drawing 4 and losing 6. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Gimnasia M. 2-0 and drew with Platense 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 8W 8D 8L from the last 24 games (33% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Union Santa FeAll competitions
06 Aug
Union Santa Fe
2-1
Lanus
Liga Profesional Argentina
01 Aug
Gimnasia M.
2-0
Union Santa Fe
Liga Profesional Argentina
25 Jul
Platense
2-2
Union Santa Fe
Liga Profesional Argentina
22 May
Union Santa Fe
0-2
Independiente
Copa Argentina
12 May
Belgrano Cordoba
2-0
Union Santa Fe
Liga Profesional Argentina
10 May
Independ. Rivadavia
1-2
Union Santa Fe
Liga Profesional Argentina
8
Win
33%
8
Draw
33%
8
Lost
33%

Lineups

Confirmed

Gimnasia M.4-4-2Confirmed

3Matias RecaldeDEF
4Ezequiel MuñozDEF
42Lautaro CarreraDEF
22Juan FrancoDEF
9Agustín ModicaFWD
11Santiago RodríguezFWD
23Cesar RigamontiGK
19Julian CeballosMID
30Esteban FernándezMID
26Facundo LencioniMID
21Fermin AntoniniMID
32Luciano ParedesDEF
16Germán GuiffreyDEF
7Luciano CingolaniFWD
10Nicolás RomanoFWD
33Brian AndradaFWD
17Ignacio SabatiniFWD
35Valentino SimoniFWD
31Lautaro PetruchiGK
5Nahuel BarbozaMID
15Ulises SánchezMID
28Tomás O'ConnorMID
41Gerónimo PatrittiMID

Union Santa Fe4-2-3-1Confirmed

35Lautaro VargasDEF
18Lucas AyalaDEF
44Tomás FagioliDEF
26Juan Pablo LudueñaDEF
25Cristian TarragonaFWD
21Matías MansillaGK
20Julián PalaciosMID
5Lucas MenossiMID
17Joaquin MosqueiraMID
10Ignacio MalcorraMID
31Misael AguirreMID
33Ignacio IslaDEF
12Bruno PittónDEF
15Juan PintadoDEF
36Mateo AimarDEF
43Eric RamírezFWD
19Marcelo EstigarribiaFWD
38Valentín CerrudoFWD
40Lucas MeuliGK
8Emilio GiacconeMID
22Brahian CuelloMID
46Santiago GrellaMID
29Santino VeraMID

Unavailable Players

0 players

Gimnasia M.

No reported absences

Union Santa Fe

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 Goals1.58 (59.2%)
Value Bets
Gimnasia M. Win2.85 (39.4%)
Draw3.07 (25.5%)
Union Santa Fe Win2.57 (35.1%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.33 (40.8%)
Both Teams Score1.93 (47.7%)
BTTS No1.79 (52.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

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

Corner Prediction

Gimnasia M. have averaged 4.3 corners per match at home; Union Santa Fe 6.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.4 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Gimnasia M. have generated 1.37 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 33% of them. They put 4.4 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Gimnasia M. 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.