Liga Profesional ArgentinaEstadio Marcelo BielsaSunday, Apr 12, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
Kickoff in 1d 5h 19m

Newells Old Boys
vs

San Lorenzo
AI Pick: Draw
Confidence: 70%
1X2: Draw (โก70%)
O/U 2.5: Under 2.5 Goals
BTTS: Yes
Newells Old Boys vs San Lorenzo Prediction
This Liga Profesional Argentina clash pits a struggling Newells Old Boys at home against a defensively resolute San Lorenzo. Newells are desperate for points but have shown poor form, especially in attack. San Lorenzo are adept at grinding out results, particularly away from home where their defense is stifling. The match is expected to be a low-scoring, cagey affair.
MATCH RESULT
Draw
Predicted: 1-1
โก70%
Newells Old Boys have struggled significantly this season, especially at home with only 1 win in 6 matches. Their attack is weak, averaging 0.8 goals per game. San Lorenzo, while not prolific scorers away (0.5 goals per game), boast a very strong away defense, conceding only 3 goals in 6 matches. Both teams tend to be involved in low-scoring affairs, and San Lorenzo has a high number of away draws (4 out of 6). Given Newells' home advantage despite poor form, and San Lorenzo's defensive solidity leading to draws on the road, a stalemate with goals for both sides seems the most probable outcome.
TOTAL GOALS
Under 2.5 Goals
Total: 1.8
60%
Both teams exhibit a strong tendency for low-scoring games, with Newells having 11/12 and San Lorenzo 12/12 matches ending with Under 2.5 goals. Newells' home attack (0.8 GF) is weak, but San Lorenzo's away defense (0.5 GA) is excellent. However, Newells has conceded in 5 of 6 home games, and San Lorenzo has scored in 3 of 6 away games. While a clean sheet for San Lorenzo is possible, a 1-1 draw is our primary score prediction, suggesting both teams will find the net once. The average total goals for both teams combined is around 1.8-2.0 per match.
BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE
Yes
55%
Both teams exhibit a strong tendency for low-scoring games, with Newells having 11/12 and San Lorenzo 12/12 matches ending with Under 2.5 goals. Newells' home attack (0.8 GF) is weak, but San Lorenzo's away defense (0.5 GA) is excellent. However, Newells has conceded in 5 of 6 home games, and San Lorenzo has scored in 3 of 6 away games. While a clean sheet for San Lorenzo is possible, a 1-1 draw is our primary score prediction, suggesting both teams will find the net once. The average total goals for both teams combined is around 1.8-2.0 per match.
๐ More Markets
โฝ Goal Markets
Total Goals (O/U 1.5)
Under 1.5
Both teams have an extremely high percentage of games with Under 1.5 goals (Newells 10/12, San Lorenzo 9/12). This is a very strong statistical indicator for a low-scoring match.
Total Goals (O/U 3.5)
Under 3.5
With both teams consistently playing in low-scoring matches (Newells 12/12, San Lorenzo 12/12 Under 3.5), it is highly improbable that this match will see four or more goals.
1st Half Goals (O/U 0.5)
Over 0.5
While both teams are low-scoring overall, a single goal in the first half is a common occurrence in football. Newells have scored 3 first-half goals and conceded 8, while San Lorenzo have scored 2 and conceded 6. It's a marginal call, but 'Over 0.5' is slightly favored.
First Team to Score
Home
While San Lorenzo has a better overall attack, Newells will be pushing hard at home. Newells score 70% of their goals in the last 15 minutes, San Lorenzo 41.67%. It's a close call, but a slight edge to the home team to break the deadlock, possibly from a set-piece or a moment of individual brilliance.
Goal in Both Halves
No
Given the low-scoring nature of both teams and the expectation of a tight match, it's less likely that goals will be scored in both halves. Many goals for both teams come late in the second half.
Most Likely Score
1-1
Based on both teams' low scoring nature, San Lorenzo's strong away defense, and Newells' struggle to convert chances, a 1-1 draw is the most plausible exact score. It aligns with the BTTS 'Yes' and Under 2.5 goals predictions.
BTTS 1st Half
No
With both teams struggling to score consistently and prioritizing defense, especially in the early stages, it is highly improbable that both teams will score in the first half.
xG Based (O/U 2.5)
Under 2.5 xG
Without explicit xG data, the extremely low goal averages for both teams (Newells 0.8 GF, 1.9 GA; San Lorenzo 1.0 GF, 1.0 GA) strongly suggest that the quality of chances created (Expected Goals) will also be low, well under 2.5.
๐ Result Markets
Double Chance
1X
Considering Newells' home advantage, even with their poor form, and San Lorenzo's tendency for draws away, a 'Home Win or Draw' (1X) offers good coverage. The predicted draw falls within this market.
Draw No Bet
Home
If the match ends in a draw, the stake is returned. Given the home advantage for Newells and the tight nature of the game, backing the home side on a Draw No Bet market provides a safer option than an outright win, while still benefiting if Newells manage to edge it.
HT/FT
Draw/Draw
Given the expectation of a tight, low-scoring affair, it's likely that the first half will also be level, leading to a Draw at Half Time and a Draw at Full Time, especially with a 1-1 final score prediction.
๐ Team Stats
Total Corners (O/U 9.5)
Under 9.5
In a tight, low-scoring match between two teams not known for high attacking output, the number of corners is likely to be below the average. Both teams will prioritize defensive solidity.
Total Cards (O/U 3.5)
Over 3.5
Argentinian Liga Profesional matches are often fiercely contested, leading to a higher number of fouls and cards. Newells average 2.25 yellow cards per game, and San Lorenzo average 2.5. A combined average easily pushes this over 3.5.
Shots on Target (O/U 8.5)
Under 8.5
Given the low goal-scoring averages and defensive approaches, especially from San Lorenzo away, a high volume of shots on target is unlikely. Both teams struggle to create clear-cut chances consistently.
Total Shots (O/U 22.5)
Under 22.5
Low-scoring games often correlate with fewer overall shots, as teams may struggle to penetrate defenses or opt for more cautious build-up play. Neither team is known for a high volume of attacking attempts.
Total Fouls (O/U 22.5)
Over 22.5
Argentinian league matches are typically physical and competitive, often resulting in a high number of fouls as teams battle for possession and territory. A tight match between two struggling sides will likely exacerbate this.
Possession Winner
Home
Playing at home, Newells Old Boys will likely try to assert some control over the game, even if their attacking output is low. San Lorenzo might be content to sit deeper and play on the counter, ceding some possession.
Newells Old Boys Clean Sheet
No
Newells have only kept 1 clean sheet in 12 games this season (1/6 at home). While San Lorenzo's away defense is strong (3 clean sheets in 6 away games), our score prediction of 1-1 suggests both teams will score, thus no clean sheets.
San Lorenzo Clean Sheet
No
Newells have only kept 1 clean sheet in 12 games this season (1/6 at home). While San Lorenzo's away defense is strong (3 clean sheets in 6 away games), our score prediction of 1-1 suggests both teams will score, thus no clean sheets.
Newells Old Boys vs San Lorenzo โ Key Stats
Estadio Marcelo Bielsa
Home Ground
6:00 PM UTC
Sunday, Apr 12
Matchday kickoff
Liga Profesional Argentina
Soccer
Betting Angles โ Newells Old Boys vs San Lorenzo
โ ๏ธ Match Result: Draw
The odds for a draw (2.84) imply a 35.21% probability. Considering San Lorenzo's tendency for away draws (4 of 6) and Newells' general struggles, our model assigns a higher probability (40%) to a draw, indicating a positive edge.
โ Total Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
Newells Old Boys have seen Under 2.5 goals in 11 of their 12 matches this season, and San Lorenzo in all 12. Both teams have very low goal averages (Newells 0.8 GF, 1.9 GA; San Lorenzo 1.0 GF, 1.0 GA). This is a statistically very strong pick for a low-scoring game. (Hypothetical odds of 1.55 used for calculation).
๐ฐ Sharp Money
Sharp money is likely to target 'Under 2.5 Goals' and potentially the 'Draw' market, recognizing the statistical tendencies of both teams. Line movement: Expect slight movement towards 'Under 2.5 Goals' if it's not already heavily favored. The draw odds might also see some minor adjustment if the market aligns with the high draw probability.
AI Same Game Parlay โ Newells Old Boys vs San Lorenzo
๐ฅ RECOMMENDED SGP
3-LegCombined Odds: 6.36 (+536)
AI Confidence: 25%
$10 โ $63.64 | $25 โ $159.10 | $50 โ $318.20
Correlation: POSITIVE โ โ all legs support each other
Risk Assessment
Medium Risk- โ ๏ธNewells Old Boys' unpredictable home performance: Despite poor form, a home crowd can sometimes inspire an unexpected result.
- โ ๏ธLow-scoring nature: A single moment of brilliance or a defensive error could easily swing the result in a tight game.
- โ ๏ธDraw potential: Both teams have a high draw rate, making it difficult to predict an outright winner with high certainty.
- โ ๏ธLack of H2H and detailed player statistics: Limits the depth of analysis for specific player matchups or historical fixture trends.
Model Confidence
โก75%
Data quality: The provided data is comprehensive for current season statistics, including home/away splits, goal timings, and card data. This allows for a robust statistical analysis.
Limitations
- โขAbsence of head-to-head records for direct comparison.
- โขLack of specific player injury news or squad strength details.
- โขNo xG (Expected Goals) data for a deeper offensive/defensive performance metric.
- โขNo recent form trends beyond the last 12 games (e.g., last 5, last 3).
This prediction is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice.
Newells Old Boys vs San Lorenzo โ FAQ
A draw is considered the most likely outcome, specifically a 1-1 scoreline, given both teams' defensive tendencies and Newells' home advantage despite their poor form.