Newells Old Boys and Defensa y Justicia face each other on Sunday 02.08.2026, at 01:15 (UK Time), in a Primera División 2026 match. The game will take place at Newells Old Boys's home ground, the Estadio Marcelo Alberto Bielsa.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Newells Old Boys and Defensa y Justicia, 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 Newells Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners

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

If you're expecting Newells Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia to be a goal fest, think again.

We predict the total to remain under 2.5 goals in this match as neither side figures to have enough attacking firepower to give the opposition's defence much trouble.

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams to score

The match between Newells Old Boys and Defensa y Justicia has all the necessary ingredients for plenty of goals. And of course: for both sides - and that's the focus of our bet here.

Therefore, we believe that the Both Teams to Score market is the best recommendation here, as the attacks are working well and, on some occasions, the defenses have been making mistakes.

That's why we're going with BTTS.

Newells Old Boys preview

Newells Old Boys heads into the match with the following record in the Primera División: in 3 matches, Newell's secured 0 victories, 1 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 0.33 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Newells Old Boys's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 0 victories so far.

Newells Old Boys has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 2 goals, of which 2 were scored in the Primera División, resulting in an average of 0.67 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Michael Hoyos, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Matías Fernando Cóccaro Ferreira has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, Newells Old Boys has conceded 5 goals in the Primera División (an average of 1.67 per game) and 5 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.67 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Defensa y Justicia preview

Defensa y Justicia comes into the game with 3 matches played so far in the Primera División. They have secured 1 victories, 2 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 1.67 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 1 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses.

Club Social y Deportivo Defensa y Justicia's attack has been highly effective, scoring 1 goals during this period. Of that total, 1 were netted in the Primera División, with an average of 0.33 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.33.

Falcon's offensive system is led by Rubén Alejandro Botta Montero, the team's top scorer this season. The argentinian midfielder has found the back of the net 1 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Aaron Molinas. The midfielder has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 0 goals in 3 matches, averaging 0 per match.

Head to head: Newells Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

Newells Old Boys Team Logo

Newells Old Boys

Argentina - Primera División

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L D L

0.33

Home D

1

Away L L

0

Away Team

Defensa y Justicia Team Logo

Defensa y Justicia

Argentina - Primera División

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D W D

1.67

Home D

1

Away W D

2

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Published on 5 February 2026, at 20:31 Last updated on 5 February 2026, at 20:31
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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