Football Result
Iván Tapia 58' Pen
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Newell's Old Boys
Draws
Barracas Central
In a surprising result in the Argentine Liga Profesional de Futbol, Barracas Central defeated Newell's Old Boys 2-1 at Marcelo Bielsa. Carlos Gonzalez put Newell's ahead in the 20th minute, but Facundo Bruera equalized for Barracas Central in first-half stoppage time. Ivan Tapia's penalty in the 58th minute sealed the victory for the visitors. The match saw a high number of fouls and yellow cards, with Newell's committing 17 fouls and receiving 6 yellow cards. Barracas Central had slightly more shots (11) than Newell's (10), although both teams had 3 shots on target. The AI pre-game prediction favored a Newell's Old Boys win, making Barracas Central's victory an upset. Newell's Old Boys have struggled recently, with only one win in their last five matches, while Barracas Central has shown improved form, remaining undefeated in their last three games. This win marks a significant improvement for Barracas Central, who previously lost to Newell's Old Boys in the Copa Argentina last year, while Newell's recent form is a stark contrast to their earlier head-to-head record. Newell's Old Boys will host Atletico Tucuman next, while Barracas Central will visit Godoy Cruz. Analyzing previous games, Barracas Central has demonstrated a knack for securing draws and wins, showcasing a resilient team spirit. The previous head-to-head game in February 2025 saw Barracas Central winning 2-0. Given current form, Newell's will need to improve defensively to secure a win against Atletico Tucuman.