Racing vs River Plate predictions, Apr 12, 2026

Apr 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Argentinian Liga Profesional, on Sunday,

Racing

River Plate

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As Racing Club de Avellaneda prepares to host River Plate in a highly anticipated clash on April 12, 2026, fans can expect an intense showdown reflective of their recent forms. Racing comes into this match having secured three victories in their last five outings, demonstrating significant resolve and tactical discipline. Their ability to exploit counterattacks and maintain a solid defensive structure has been pivotal in their recent successes.

Conversely, River Plate arrives with an impressive record, having won four of their last five matches. Their offensive prowess, characterized by fluid ball movement and effective set-piece execution, has continually posed challenges for opposing defenses. This encounter not only features a historic rivalry but also showcases two teams in the midst of strong seasons.

Bookmakers have set odds at 2.62 for a Racing home win and 2.91 for an away victory for River Plate, reflecting the competitive nature of this fixture. Our predictive model suggests a 37.6% chance of a home victory, a 32.7% probability of a draw, and a 31.2% likelihood of an away win. As both teams strive to bolster their league positions, the result remains uncertain, emphasizing the excitement that this matchup promises.

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Racing
36.1%		 Draw
31.5%		 River Plate
32.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.67 3.05 2.97
betsson 2.62 2.92 2.92
MarathonBet 2.6 2.92 2.9 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.5 2.9 2.8
Pinnacle 2.62 3.01 2.91

Latest Results

04.04.26 CA Independiente – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 1:0
28.03.26 Racing Club de Avellaneda – General San Martín de Formosa – 1:0
21.03.26 Belgrano de Cordoba – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 1:2
16.03.26 Racing Club de Avellaneda – Estudiantes de Río Cuarto – 2:0
10.03.26 Sarmiento de Junín – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 0:0		 05.04.26 River Plate – Belgrano de Cordoba – 3:0
22.03.26 Estudiantes de Río Cuarto – River Plate – 0:2
15.03.26 River Plate – Sarmiento de Junín – 2:0
12.03.26 Huracán Buenos Aires – River Plate – 1:2
02.03.26 Independiente Rivadavia – River Plate – 1:1

Facts

  • Enjoy a meeting between a mid-ranked team and one of the leaders (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Liga Profesional (Apertura ~ Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Liga Profesional (Apertura ~ Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Racing won 2.
  • Racing is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • River Plate is on a winning streak and currently in very good shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Racing may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 10 head-to-head matches, Racing won 3 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 9:18. (average 0.9:1.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Racing won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 5:10. (average 1:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.11.25 Racing Club de Avellaneda – River Plate – 3:2
    02.10.25 Racing Club de Avellaneda – River Plate – 0:1
    14.12.24 Racing Club de Avellaneda – River Plate – 1:0
    28.07.23 River Plate – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 2:1
    23.10.22 Racing Club de Avellaneda – River Plate – 1:2

    Standings

    Apertura

    Group A

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Velez Sarsfield 12 6 4 2 14:9 5 22
    2 Estudiantes L.P 12 6 3 3 14:6 8 21
    3 Boca Juniors 12 5 5 2 14:7 7 20
    4 Defensa y Justicia 11 4 7 0 15:8 7 19
    5 Union de Santa Fe 12 5 4 3 18:12 6 19
    6 Lanus 12 5 4 3 17:14 3 19
    7 Talleres Cordoba 12 5 3 4 12:11 1 18
    8 Independiente 12 4 5 3 18:15 3 17
    9 San Lorenzo 12 4 5 3 12:12 0 17
    10 Platense 12 3 6 3 6:7 -1 15
    11 Gimnasia Mendoza 12 3 3 6 9:15 -6 12
    12 Central Cordoba 12 3 3 6 6:15 -9 12
    13 Instituto 11 3 2 6 11:15 -4 11
    14 Newells Old Boys 12 2 3 7 10:23 -13 9
    15 Dep. Riestra 12 0 7 5 3:9 -6 7

    Group B

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Ind. Rivadavia 12 8 2 2 20:12 8 26
    2 River Plate 12 7 2 3 17:9 8 23
    3 Rosario Central 12 6 3 3 14:10 4 21
    4 Argentinos Jrs 11 5 5 1 10:5 5 20
    5 Belgrano 12 5 4 3 12:12 0 19
    6 Racing Club 12 5 3 4 15:11 4 18
    7 Tigre 12 4 5 3 16:12 4 17
    8 Huracan 12 4 5 3 12:9 3 17
    9 Barracas Central 12 4 4 4 11:11 0 16
    10 Sarmiento Junin 12 5 1 6 10:12 -2 16
    11 Gimnasia L.P 12 4 2 6 13:18 -5 14
    12 Banfield 11 4 1 6 12:13 -1 13
    13 Atl. Tucuman 12 2 3 7 13:18 -5 9
    14 Aldosivi 12 0 6 6 3:13 -10 6
    15 Estudiantes Rio Cuarto 12 1 2 9 3:17 -14 5

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