Newells Old Boys vs Lanus: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Newells Old Boys prepare to host Lanus on October 3, 2026, with kick-off at 22:00, this ARGENTINA: Liga Profesional, Round 2 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Newells Old Boys, currently 8th in the standings with 16 points from 10 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 11 points from 5 home 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 limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Lanus, sitting 7th with 16 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 4 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss 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 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Newells Old Boys and Lanus have favored Lanus, with Lanus claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-5). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Platense, Newells Old Boys recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Reinatti, Russo, Carrizo, Giannetti, Ortega, Regiardo, Herrera, Solari, Guch, Mazzantti, Coccaro. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Lanus's last outing came against Estudiantes de La Plata, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Losada, Marcich, Dejesus, Izquierdoz, Guidara, Cardozo, Biafore, , Salvio, Besozzi, Wlk. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Newells Old Boys are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Newells Old Boys and Lanus 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 a moderate number of goals: Newells Old Boys's fixtures have averaged 1.9 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Lanus's games average 2.5 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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