Ind. Rivadavia vs Independiente: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Independiente Rivadavia prepare to host Independiente on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this ARGENTINA: Liga Profesional, Round 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Independiente Rivadavia, currently 2nd in the standings with 12 points from 5 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 6 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Independiente, sitting 2nd with 9 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 4 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Independiente Rivadavia and Independiente have favored Independiente, with Independiente claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Belgrano Cordoba, Independiente Rivadavia recorded a 0-1 defeat while lining up in a 5-3-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Bolcato, Elordi, Studer, Costa, Villalba, Osella, Florentin, Bottari, Fernandez, Villa, Sartori. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Independiente's last outing came against Lanus, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Rey, Zabala, Lomonaco, Valdez, Godoy, Malcorra, Marcone, Millan, Abaldo, Avalos, Montiel. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Independiente Rivadavia are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Independiente Rivadavia and Independiente are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Independiente Rivadavia's fixtures have averaged 2.2 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Independiente's games average 1.8 goals, with 0 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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