Primera División
Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 - 23:15 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio José Amalfitani
Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia Prediction & Stats - Primera División 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia carries real history into this round of the Primera División.
The two sides meet on 17/08 (Monday) at Estadio José Amalfitani, 23:15 (UK time).
Read the Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: Vélez Sarsfield or Draw
Last updated on 16-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Vélez Sarsfield the side to beat, with roughly 53% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Primera División odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Vélez Sarsfield Preview
Vélez Sarsfield reach this fixture 21 match into their Primera División. Here is where Vélez stand:
In this competition
10 won, 8 drawn, 3 lost
1.81 points per game
24 scored, at 1.14 a game
15 conceded, at 0.71 a game
Vélez, season-wide
12 won, 8 drawn, 3 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Michael Nicolás Santos Rosadilla, 6 goals
Most assists: Diego Alfonso Valdés Contreras, 5 assists
Recent results — Vélez Sarsfield
08/08/2026 18:15
03/08/2026 18:00
30/07/2026 18:00
24/07/2026 18:00
10/05/2026 20:30
Defensa y Justicia: how they are travelling
Defensa y Justicia come in 20 matches into their Primera División.
Here is what DyJ have produced:
In this competition
6 won, 8 drawn, 6 lost
1.3 points per game
23 scored, at 1.15 a game
27 conceded, at 1.35 a game
DyJ, season-wide
7 won, 8 drawn, 7 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Juan Gutiérrez, 4 goals
Most assists: Aaron Molinas, 4 assists
Recent results — DyJ
09/08/2026 16:45
01/08/2026 17:00
29/07/2026 16:00
23/07/2026 20:45
16/07/2026 17:45
The head-to-head favours Vélez Sarsfield
Recent meetings have tended to go Vélez Sarsfield's way against Defensa y Justicia.
From 11 match(es):
Vélez Sarsfield: 4 win(s)
Defensa y Justicia: 2 win(s)
Drawn: 5
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia prediction.
Form comparison Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Vélez Sarsfield
Argentina - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
W
W
L
|
1.81 |
| Home |
W
W
L
D
D
|
1.91 |
| Away |
D
W
D
L
W
|
1.7 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 55% | 40% |
| Goals | 1.86 | 1.64 | 2.1 |
| Scored | 1.14 | 1 | 1.3 |
| Conceded | 0.71 | 0.64 | 0.8 |
| Both Teams to Score | 48% | 36% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 45% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 27% | 10% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.62 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.57 | 1.47 | 1.69 |
Away Team
Defensa y Justicia
Argentina - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
L
W
D
|
1.3 |
| Home |
D
W
W
D
L
|
1.36 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
W
|
1.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 27% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.27 | 2.78 |
| Scored | 1.15 | 1.09 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.35 | 1.18 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 73% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 18% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 18% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.5 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.35 | 1.56 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Our prediction is: Draw
Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia is a matchup that is as close as they come, with our analysis finding hardly anything to separate the two sides. And so, our betting tip is to take the draw on the 1X2 market.
The 3.66 odds for a draw are quite favourable and would result in a substantial payout if the match does end in a stalemate.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
Betting on over 2.5 goals in Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia looks like a smart play.
With both teams boasting strong attacks, this match has all the ingredients to see three or more goals.
Fixture information - Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia
Match: Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia
Competition: Primera División
Date: Monday, 17/08/2026
Kick-off: 23:15 (UK time)
Venue: Estadio José Amalfitani
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Stats
The statistics for Vélez Sarsfield vs Defensa y Justicia that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.18
League: 2.07
Both Teams to Score
54%
League: 43%
Over 1.5+
66%
League: 62%
Over 2.5+
35%
League: 35%
Cards
4.34
League: 5.15
Corners
8.49
League: 8.63
Home Team
Vélez Sarsfield
Argentina - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
W
W
L
|
1.81 |
| Home |
W
W
L
D
D
|
1.91 |
| Away |
D
W
D
L
W
|
1.7 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 48% | 55% | 40% |
| Goals | 1.86 | 1.64 | 2.1 |
| Scored | 1.14 | 1 | 1.3 |
| Conceded | 0.71 | 0.64 | 0.8 |
| Both Teams to Score | 48% | 36% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 45% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 27% | 10% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.62 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.57 | 1.47 | 1.69 |
Away Team
Defensa y Justicia
Argentina - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
L
W
D
|
1.3 |
| Home |
D
W
W
D
L
|
1.36 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
W
|
1.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 27% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.27 | 2.78 |
| Scored | 1.15 | 1.09 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.35 | 1.18 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 73% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 18% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 18% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.5 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.35 | 1.56 |
Corners
8.91 / Match
+11% Corners / Match
Vélez Sarsfield received +11% more corners than Defensa y Justicia in the Primera División
8.05 / Match
Boca Juniors
(4)
Independiente
(4)
Talleres Córdoba
(5)
Instituto
(1)
Gimnasia La Plata
(17)
Newell's Old Boys
(7)
Unión Santa Fe
(2)(3)
Newell's Old Boys
(4)
Estudiantes
(5)
Deportivo Riestra
(6)
Aldosivi
(7)
Gimnasia Mendoza
(4)
Boca Juniors
(5)
Independiente
Cards
2.29 / Match
+12% Cards / Match
Vélez Sarsfield received +12% more cards than Defensa y Justicia in the Primera División
2.05 / Match
Boca Juniors
(4)
Independiente
(3)
Talleres Córdoba
(1)
Instituto
(2)
Gimnasia La Plata
(2)
Newell's Old Boys
(2)
Unión Santa Fe
(5)(3)
Newell's Old Boys
(2)
Estudiantes
(2)
Deportivo Riestra
(2)
Aldosivi
(2)
Gimnasia Mendoza
(1)
Boca Juniors
(2)
Independiente
Goals Scored
1.14 / Match
+1%
Defensa y Justicia is +1% better in terms of goals scored
1.15 / Match
Boca Juniors
(1)
Independiente
(1)
Talleres Córdoba
(3)
Instituto
(1)
Gimnasia La Plata
(0)
Newell's Old Boys
(1)
Unión Santa Fe
(2)(2)
Newell's Old Boys
(0)
Estudiantes
(2)
Deportivo Riestra
(1)
Aldosivi
(1)
Gimnasia Mendoza
(0)
Boca Juniors
(1)
Independiente
Goals Conceded
0.71 / Match
+47%
Defensa y Justicia condeded +47% more goals than Vélez Sarsfield
1.35 / Match
Boca Juniors
(1)
Independiente
(0)
Talleres Córdoba
(1)
Instituto
(0)
Gimnasia La Plata
(1)
Newell's Old Boys
(1)
Unión Santa Fe
(2)(1)
Newell's Old Boys
(3)
Estudiantes
(1)
Deportivo Riestra
(1)
Aldosivi
(2)
Gimnasia Mendoza
(4)
Boca Juniors
(3)
Independiente
Primera División Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Argentinos Juniors
|
23 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 30 | 17 | 13 | 48 | 2.09 |
| 2 |
Belgrano
|
25 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 30 | 18 | 12 | 46 | 1.84 |
| 3 |
Independiente Rivadavia
|
22 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 35 | 23 | 12 | 41 | 1.86 |
| 4 |
Rosario Central
|
23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 29 | 22 | 7 | 41 | 1.78 |
| 5 |
Vélez Sarsfield
|
21 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 24 | 15 | 9 | 38 | 1.81 |
| 6 |
Gimnasia La Plata
|
23 | 12 | 2 | 9 | 26 | 28 | -2 | 38 | 1.65 |
| 7 |
Estudiantes
|
22 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 37 | 1.68 |
| 8 |
Boca Juniors
|
22 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 29 | 19 | 10 | 36 | 1.64 |
| 9 |
River Plate
|
24 | 11 | 3 | 10 | 29 | 21 | 8 | 36 | 1.5 |
| 10 |
Huracán
|
22 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 24 | 18 | 6 | 32 | 1.45 |
| 11 |
Lanús
|
21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 23 | 20 | 3 | 30 | 1.43 |
| 12 |
Independiente
|
21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 28 | 25 | 3 | 30 | 1.43 |
| 13 |
Instituto
|
20 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 21 | 19 | 2 | 30 | 1.5 |
| 14 |
Barracas Central
|
20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 30 | 1.5 |
| 15 |
Talleres Córdoba
|
21 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 22 | 21 | 1 | 29 | 1.38 |
| 16 |
San Lorenzo
|
22 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 18 | 20 | -2 | 29 | 1.32 |
| 17 |
Tigre
|
21 | 6 | 10 | 5 | 22 | 17 | 5 | 28 | 1.33 |
| 18 |
Unión Santa Fe
|
23 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 31 | 31 | 0 | 28 | 1.22 |
| 19 |
Racing Club
|
23 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 23 | 24 | -1 | 28 | 1.22 |
| 20 |
Defensa y Justicia
|
20 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 23 | 27 | -4 | 26 | 1.3 |
| 21 |
Banfield
|
21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 21 | 24 | -3 | 25 | 1.19 |
| 22 |
Gimnasia Mendoza
|
20 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 17 | 24 | -7 | 25 | 1.25 |
| 23 |
Sarmiento
|
20 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 21 | 28 | -7 | 25 | 1.25 |
| 24 |
Central Córdoba SdE
|
20 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 25 | -11 | 22 | 1.1 |
| 25 |
Newell's Old Boys
|
21 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 21 | 32 | -11 | 22 | 1.05 |
| 26 |
Platense
|
21 | 4 | 9 | 8 | 15 | 24 | -9 | 21 | 1 |
| 27 |
Atlético Tucumán
|
20 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 18 | 22 | -4 | 19 | 0.95 |
| 28 |
Deportivo Riestra
|
21 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 17 | 0.81 |
| 29 |
Aldosivi
|
21 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 25 | -16 | 10 | 0.48 |
| 30 |
Estudiantes Río Cuarto
|
20 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 29 | -22 | 9 | 0.45 |
Odds
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