- Quilmes are on a five-match unbeaten streak (W2, D3) and sit mid-table in Argentina’s Primera Nacional.
- Alvarado’s form is a little less clear, though the odds suggest they’re a significant underdog on Saturday.
- All five of their recent head-to-head encounters ended as low-scoring contests.
Dour Quilmes to edge out exciting Alvarado
Quilmes boss (name not available) has built a solid, pragmatic side with the ability to grind out results by sticking to a 4-4-2 or a 4-2-3-1 formation, but their ability to stick to those plans and not allow opponents to get on top is their most impressive attribute. The Quilmes Atletico Club vs Club Atletico Alvarado prediction is that Quilmes will certainly go forward with their best players, but they’re more likely to outgrind their opponents than blow them away.
Club Atletico Alvarado on the other hand, are a much more dynamic side, they’ll try to play at a quicker tempo and utilise their width more. They have a more aggressive pressing strategy and have more freedom to move the ball and attack.
These two sides have completely contrasting tactical philosophies, but given the recent run of results, Quilmes should be able to maintain their unbeaten record on Saturday. They’re averaging exactly one goal scored and one conceded per game during their recent league run, which isn’t exactly thrilling, but it’s working.
The Quilmes Atletico Club vs Club Atletico Alvarado preview points out that the head-to-head record between these teams is completely level with one win apiece and three draws in the past five meetings, but the fact that Quilmes enter this encounter as short Quilmes Atletico Club vs Club Atletico Alvarado odds-on favorites (-142) with Club Atletico Alvarado (+400) and the draw (+220) much longer makes us think that this might be another tight affair.
A tight and potentially tense affair
The difference in style between these outfits should make for an interesting chess match, but we’re taking Quilmes to just edge it, as the Quilmes Atletico Club vs Club Atletico Alvarado prediction is that they should be more prepared for the game and they have home advantage.
Quilmes’ unbeaten run should give them the belief and confidence to claim a result in this one, and although Alvarado will look to disrupt their rhythm, the bookies haven’t given them enough credit in our eyes.
This is one of the key Quilmes Atletico Club vs Club Atletico Alvarado betting tips to look out for, as the under 2.5 goals line looks like an opportunity for value.
Discipline has been a factor in the H2H record, Quilmes picked up three yellow cards and a red in the previous five clashes, while Alvarado were shown six yellows. That’s not a recipe for a calm encounter. Quilmes’ best men will be the forward-minded and disciplined defenders while Alvarado’s stars will be those that can break the rhythm of the match and spark transitions.
