Barracas Central vs Dep. Riestra: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Barracas Central prepare to host Deportivo Riestra on February 1, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00 under referee Amiconi, this ARGENTINA: Liga Profesional, Round 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Barracas Central, currently 12th in the standings with 5 points from 5 games, are within reach of the top with 8 points behind. They've earned 4 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Deportivo Riestra, sitting 14th with 2 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 1 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Barracas Central and Deportivo Riestra have favored Barracas Central, ending in a 1-1 draw. Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Rosario Central, Barracas Central recorded a 0-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-3-2-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Mino, Insua, Campi, Tobio, Jappert, Barrios, Porra, Guaraz, Tapia, Maroni, Bruera. This tactical approach balanced risk and reward, adapting dynamically to the flow of the game.

Deportivo Riestra's last outing came against Newells Old Boys, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Arce, Ramirez, Gallo, Paz, Mino, Sansotre, Alonso, Monje, Goitia, Herrera, Benegas. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Looking ahead, Barracas Central are expected to maintain their 5-3-2 structure, Deportivo Riestra are likely to mirror that shape. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Barracas Central's fixtures have averaged 1.8 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 33% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Deportivo Riestra's games average 1.3 goals, with 0 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 33% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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