Estudiantes La Plata vs Newells Old Boys predictions, Aug 31, 2026

Argentinian Liga Profesional, on Monday,

Estudiantes

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On August 31, 2026, Estudiantes La Plata will face Newells Old Boys in a pivotal Liga Profesional clash at Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi. Both teams have shown glimpses of form, winning 2 of their last 5 matches, setting the stage for a competitive encounter.

Estudiantes La Plata will benefit from home advantage, where they tend to perform strongly. Their tactical setup often emphasizes solid defensive organization coupled with quick counter-attacks, which can exploit Newells Old Boys’ vulnerabilities on the flanks. The hosts are favored in the betting odds at 1.64, reflecting their home-ground strength and slightly better recent performances.

Conversely, Newells Old Boys is looking to build on their recent successes and will aim to leverage their pace and agility in transition. They have demonstrated moments of individual brilliance, particularly in their counter-pressing game, which could pose a challenge for an Estudiantes side that prefers to control the tempo.

According to model predictions, Estudiantes holds a 58.3% chance of victory, while Newells Old Boys trails with a 15.9% win probability. As both teams seek crucial points, the outcome remains uncertain, promising an intriguing match filled with potential twists.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-08-25T09:52:03+00:00.

Estudiantes
56.3%
Draw
26.5%
Newells Old Boys
17.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

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Bwin 1.68 3.50 5.25
bet_at_home 1.70 3.57 5.33
betsson 1.61 3.60 6.00
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WilliamHill 1.67 3.50 5.20
Pinnacle 1.7 3.63 5.16
Best for US Customers 1.65 3.50 5.60

Latest Results

23.08.26 Sarmiento de Junín – Estudiantes La Plata – 2:0
18.08.26 Universidad Católica – Estudiantes La Plata – 0:3
15.08.26 Estudiantes La Plata – Gimnasia La Plata – 4:0
11.08.26 Estudiantes La Plata – Universidad Católica – 1:1
08.08.26 Deportivo Riestra – Estudiantes La Plata – 2:0
22.08.26 Newells Old Boys – CA Banfield – 2:1
15.08.26 Newells Old Boys – Deportivo Riestra – 2:0
09.08.26 Defensa y Justicia – Newells Old Boys – 2:1
02.08.26 Newells Old Boys – Boca Juniors – 2:2
30.07.26 CA Independiente – Newells Old Boys – 1:0

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Estudiantes won 3.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Newells Old Boys may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Estudiantes is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Estudiantes won 7 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 24:20. (average 1.2:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Estudiantes won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 13:11. (average 1.3:1.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.02.26 Newells Old Boys – Estudiantes La Plata – 0:2
    30.09.25 Newells Old Boys – Estudiantes La Plata – 1:1
    15.03.25 Estudiantes La Plata – Newells Old Boys – 1:1
    02.08.24 Newells Old Boys – Estudiantes La Plata – 1:4
    19.02.24 Estudiantes La Plata – Newells Old Boys – 2:0

    Standings

    Clausura

    Group A

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

    Group B

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

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