Independiente and Newells Old Boys face each other in an official match of the 2026 Primera División season. The game takes place at on Friday, 31/07/2026, at 01:15 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Club Atlético Independiente vs Club Atlético Newell's Old Boys, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Independiente vs Newells Old Boys

The top bookmakers have set the odds, and our team has analysed all relevant match data. See our expert match prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Double Chance: Independiente or Draw

APWin experts have analysed the main betting markets and selected high-value bets.

👉 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.

The Red Devils preview

Independiente comes into the match having played 18 games in the Primera División so far. They have recorded 7 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.5 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 9 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses.

Independiente's attack has scored 33 goals during this period. Out of this total, 27 goals were scored in the Primera División, averaging 1.5 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.65.

The offence system of Independiente is led by Gabriel Ávalos as the top scorer of the season. The paraguayan forward has scored 11 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Gabriel Ávalos, who has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 23 goals with an average of 1.28 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 25 goals conceded in 20 matches, resulting in an average of 1.25.

The Lepers preview

On the other hand, Newells Old Boys comes into the match having played 17 games in the Primera División so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 1.06 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses.

Newells Old Boys's attack has scored 16 goals during this period. Out of this total, 16 goals were scored in the Primera División, averaging 0.94 goals per match. The season's average stands at 0.89.

The offence system of Newells Old Boys is led by Ignacio Ramírez as the top scorer of the season. The uruguayan forward has scored 4 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Jerónimo Russo, who has contributed with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 27 goals with an average of 1.59 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 29 goals conceded in 18 matches, resulting in an average of 1.61.

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.

Home Team

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Independiente

Argentina - Primera División

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W L W L

1.8

Home W W W L D

2

Away W W L W L

1.8

Away Team

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Newells Old Boys

Argentina - Primera División

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W D D W D

1.8

Home W D D L W

1.6

Away D W W L L

1.4

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Published on 28 July 2026, at 20:02 Last updated on 28 July 2026, at 20:02
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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