In-Form Velez Sarsfield and Independiente Set for Tight Battle

Argentine Primera Division action resumes early Tuesday, with Velez Sarsfield hosting Independiente. With both sides riding winning streaks, this looks like a closely matched contest and a draw would be no surprise.

Velez Sarsfield finished third in Group A during the first phase of the 2026 Argentine league season with a record of 7 wins, 7 draws and 2 defeats, although they were knocked out in the round of 16. They have started the second phase with back-to-back wins and momentum is clearly building. In their last match against Talleres, Velez came from a goal down to score three straight and complete a comeback against a side that had conceded just 0.81 goals per game on average in the first phase. Their three goals were scored by three different players, underlining the variety in their attack.

Independiente have also been in strong form. They first cruised past Union de Santa Fe in the second round of the Copa Argentina, then carried that form into the second phase of the league with wins over first-phase table-toppers Estudiantes and Newell's Old Boys. That has put them on a three-match winning run. Just as importantly, they have not conceded a single goal during that streak, highlighting a near-flawless defensive display. S. Mondiel has been their most dangerous player, scoring in each of his last three matches and playing a key role in the team's recent success. Against an equally in-form Velez Sarsfield, Independiente should still approach this game with plenty of confidence.