Pragmatic hosts can edge close encounter
Although Independiente Rivadavia and Newell’s Old Boys are yet to put a single point on the board in the new Liga Profesional 2025 season, sitting 17th and 20th respectively, there’s an interesting clash in store for Sunday’s fixture that is shaping up to be one to watch according to our Independiente Rivadavia vs Newell's Old Boys prediction.
The bookmakers have priced the sides at 2.36 for the hosts, 3.28 for the visitors and 2.80 for a draw, so it’s hard to go against Independiente for the win based on those Independiente Rivadavia vs Newell's Old Boys odds.
Alfredo Berti has done a fine job since taking over as coach on August 27th 2024, as Independiente Rivadavia secured a 1-0 away victory over Newell’s in the league five months ago.
Berti’s side are a reactive team, rather than a pro-active one, setting up with compact lines and looking to transition quickly when the opposition has the ball. However, Independiente’s solid structure and tactical discipline have been rewarded with a four-match winning streak, so this Independiente Rivadavia vs Newell's Old Boys preview should highlight them as a team to respect.
Newell’s Old Boys boss Cristian Fabbiani has been in charge since February 19th 2025, and his men have held true to their own philosophy of sustained possession, fluid shapes and high pressing.
Fabbiani hasn’t been a great manager, but his players have kept the team competitive and it’s not hard to see why given the way that they hammered Defensa y Justicia 2-0 in their most recent away game six weeks ago, only to lose 1-0 to Racing Club away from home last time out.
Although there’s no real derby between the teams, the contrasting tactical approaches could produce a fascinating encounter, particularly as the stakes within the league begin to rise based on this Independiente Rivadavia vs Newell's Old Boys prediction.
Independiente are the slightly more likely victors based on form, and while it’s true that neither team has been particularly prolific of late, Newell’s are better travellers, having won one, drawn one and lost one of their trio of away trips this year. For those seeking Independiente Rivadavia vs Newell's Old Boys betting tips, it might be wise to consider the hosts' pragmatic edge.
There are no real standout performers for Berti’s men, as their streak of good form has largely been built on an inspired keeper and a few moments of magic on the counter. Given their pragmatic nature and the recent goal patterns, the ‘Under 2.5 goals’ market is also worth a look.
