Union Santa Fe backed for away win over Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza

Union Santa Fe are tipped to take all three points away from home, with their defensive stability and dangerous transitions seen as key factors. Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza may dominate possession, but breaking down the visitors could prove difficult.

By 7MTHScore Staff

Team news: Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza have no injury or suspension concerns.

Union Santa Fe defender Claudio Corvalan suffered a cut above the eye in the previous match and required stitches, so he will miss this game.

Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza lost 1-0 away to San Lorenzo in midweek. Combined with their 1-0 win over Instituto de Cordoba in the opening round, they have three points from two matches in Group A. They have been in good form at home recently, but with their opponents defending solidly, turning possession into goals will be a major test here.

Union Santa Fe opened with a 2-2 away draw against Platense and have one point from one Group A match. With their second-round fixture in midweek postponed, they have had plenty of time to rest and prepare. It is also worth noting that Union Santa Fe have recently produced some surprisingly strong away performances.

Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza are expected to push for more of the ball as they chase victory, but Union Santa Fe are quick and dangerous in transition while also looking solid at the back. Given that Union Santa Fe held the upper hand in the most recent meeting between the sides, the away win gets the nod.

Head-to-head: The two teams met in early 2026, when Union Santa Fe won 4-0 at home.