Independiente vs Newells Old Boys | Prediction | Primera División | 31/07
Argentina - Primera División
Independiente and Newells Old Boys face each other on Friday 07.31.2026, at 01:15 (UK Time), in a Primera División 2026 match. The game will take place at Independiente's home ground, the Estadio Libertadores de América.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Club Atlético Independiente and Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Independiente vs Newells Old Boys
With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:
Double Chance: Independiente or Draw
Market: Double Chance: Independiente or Draw · @ 1.10
Confidence
80%
Last updated: 31-07-2026
The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.
Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match
From what they have shown thus far this season, Independiente and Newells Old Boys both tend to play quite defensive styles and like to keep things tight in midfield.
As a result, we predict the total going under 2.5 goals to be the most attractive betting option for this upcoming match.
Our prediction is: Draw
Independiente vs Newells Old Boys 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 3.2 odds for a draw are quite favourable and would result in a substantial payout if the match does end in a stalemate.
Independiente preview
Independiente heads into the match with the following record in the Primera División: in 18 matches, Club Atlético Independiente secured 7 victories, 6 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 1.5 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Red Devils's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 10 victories so far.
Independiente has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 34 goals, of which 27 were scored in the Primera División, resulting in an average of 1.5 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Gabriel Ávalos, who has found the back of the net 11 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Gabriel Ávalos has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Independiente has conceded 23 goals in the Primera División (an average of 1.28 per game) and 25 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.19 per match in the 2026 campaign.
- 18/10/2026Racing ClubIndependienteD1118/10/2026Primera DivisiónRacing Club
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Independiente1 - 1D - 12/10/2026Talleres de CordobaIndependienteW0112/10/2026Primera DivisiónTalleres de Cordoba
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Independiente0 - 1W - 02/10/2026IndependienteInstitutoL1402/10/2026Primera DivisiónIndependiente
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Instituto1 - 4L - 19/09/2026Union Santa FeIndependienteW1219/09/2026Primera DivisiónUnion Santa Fe
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Independiente1 - 2W - 13/09/2026IndependienteSan LorenzoD1113/09/2026Primera DivisiónIndependiente
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San Lorenzo1 - 1D
Newells Old Boys preview
Newells Old Boys comes into the game with 17 matches played so far in the Primera División. They have secured 4 victories, 6 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.06 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses.
Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys's attack has been highly effective, scoring 16 goals during this period. Of that total, 16 were netted in the Primera División, with an average of 0.94 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.84.
The Lepers's offensive system is led by Ignacio Ramírez, the team's top scorer this season. The uruguayan forward has found the back of the net 4 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Jerónimo Russo. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 27 goals with an average of 1.59 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 30 goals in 19 matches, averaging 1.58 per match.
- 19/10/2026Newells Old BoysCentral CordobaW2119/10/2026Primera DivisiónNewells Old Boys
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Central Cordoba2 - 1W - 12/10/2026Gimnasia y EsgrimaNewells Old BoysL1012/10/2026Primera DivisiónGimnasia y Esgrima
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Newells Old Boys1 - 0L - 03/10/2026Newells Old BoysLanúsD0003/10/2026Primera DivisiónNewells Old Boys
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Lanús0 - 0D - 20/09/2026PlatenseNewells Old BoysW0120/09/2026Primera DivisiónPlatense
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Newells Old Boys0 - 1W - 11/09/2026Newells Old BoysVélez SarsfieldD1111/09/2026Primera DivisiónNewells Old Boys
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Vélez Sarsfield1 - 1D
Head to head: Independiente vs Newells Old Boys
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Independiente
Home
Newells Old Boys
Away
Points & Results
- PPG1.501.06
- 39%Wins24%
- 67%First to Score24%
Goals Scored & Conceded
- Scored/game1.500.94
- Conceded/game1.281.59
- xG1.491.29
- xGA1.281.55
Trends
- 67%Both Score53%
- 28%Clean Sheet18%
- 6%Failed to Score35%
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