Newells Old Boys-2 vs Defensa y Justicia-2: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Newells Old Boys-2 prepare to host Defensa y Justicia-2 on February 17, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this ARGENTINA: Superliga Reserve League, First stage fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Newells Old Boys-2, currently 17th in the standings with 1 points from 2 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 0 points from 1 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw 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 limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.

Defensa y Justicia-2, sitting 1st with 6 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 2 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Newells Old Boys-2 and Defensa y Justicia-2 have favored Newells Old Boys-2, with Defensa y Justicia-2 claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Estudiantes Rio Cuarto-2, Newells Old Boys-2 recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Defensa y Justicia-2's last outing came against Colon-2, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Newells Old Boys-2 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Newells Old Boys-2 and Defensa y Justicia-2 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-2's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Defensa y Justicia-2's games average 2.5 goals, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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