Torque vs Defensor Sp.: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Torque prepare to host Defensor Sporting on February 27, 2026, with kick-off at 00:00, this URUGUAY: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Torque, currently 13th in the standings with 1 points from 2 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 1 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 defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Defensor Sporting, sitting 1st with 7 points, enter as favorites 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 1 win and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Torque and Defensor Sporting have been competitive, with Defensor Sporting claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Juventud, Torque recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Torgnascioli, Silvera, Kagelmacher, Romero, Busquets, Caceres, Kociubinski, Pizzichillo, Obregon, Rodriguez, Quintana. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Defensor Sporting's last outing came against Liverpool P., where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Dawson, Frugone, Caballero, de los Santos, Agazzi, Biscayzacu, Amaro, Barrios, Castro, Montenegro, Machado. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Torque are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Torque and Defensor Sporting 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 plenty of goals: Torque's fixtures have averaged 4.3 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Defensor Sporting's games average 1.7 goals, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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