Tournament: Liga Profesional Argentina
Date & Kick-off Time: September 3, 2024, 18:00
In the 13th round of the Argentine Primera División, Godoy Cruz will host Central Córdoba on September 3, 2024. This match presents an opportunity for Godoy Cruz to solidify their position in the upper half of the standings, while Central Córdoba aims to continue their recent unbeaten streak.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Godoy Cruz has won three of their last five matches.
- Central Córdoba is unbeaten in their last five matches.
Team Analysis: Godoy Cruz vs Central Córdoba
Godoy Cruz, known as "El Expreso," finished last season in a respectable ninth place. However, their campaign in the spring's Diego Maradona Trophy ended disappointingly when they were eliminated by Vélez Sarsfield in the playoffs, despite leading in the match. On the other hand, Central Córdoba, or "Los Ferroviarios," have consistently found themselves struggling in the lower half of the table. They finished 23rd in the previous season's championship and managed only eleven points in the Trophy, which was far behind their upcoming opponents, Godoy Cruz.
Godoy Cruz attempted to qualify for the Copa Libertadores but were knocked out by Colo-Colo, failing to score in both legs. Additionally, they suffered a heavy 0-3 defeat to Independiente in the cup. Central Córdoba, however, showed resilience by reaching the quarterfinals, eliminating Newell's Old Boys on penalties after a goalless draw.
Despite a poor start in the Primera, where they accumulated just 4 points after six rounds, Godoy Cruz managed to turn their season around with three consecutive wins, including a late victory against Lanús. Central Córdoba, after a disastrous beginning in the Primera with eight losses and just one draw in their first nine matches, revived towards the end of the summer, securing a win over Defensa y Justicia and drawing against Lanús and Banfield.
Possible Starting Lineups
Godoy Cruz (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Petroli
- Defenders: Pereira, Salvareschi, Rasmussen, Arce
- Midfielders: Barrea, Sosa, Fernández, Poggi, Altamira
- Forward: Rodríguez
Central Córdoba (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Ingolotti
- Defenders: Marchi, Andueza, Abascia, Piyú
- Midfielders: Vásquez, Vega, Cabrera, Sevillano, Godoy
- Forward: Varaldo
Head-to-Head Matches: Godoy Cruz vs Central Córdoba
In their recent head-to-head meetings, "El Expreso" has been dominant, losing only once in their last eight encounters and winning the last three matches against Central Córdoba.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Godoy Cruz vs Central Córdoba
While Godoy Cruz is favored to win, Central Córdoba's recent form suggests they are not to be underestimated. A safe betting option could be a "+1 goal" handicap on Central Córdoba, with odds of 1.64.
Prediction: Central Córdoba to win with a +1 goal handicap
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