Prediction for match Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto — River Plate

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

The match between Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto and River Plate in the Argentine Professional League is set for 22.03.2026. The odds for a River Plate victory are 1.67, a draw is priced at 3.34, and a win for Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto is at 5.91. In terms of probability percentages: River Plate 56.10%, draw 28.05%, Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 15.85%. River Plate stands out as the favorite, backed not only by the odds but also by their recent performance statistics. For total goals, over 2.5 is at 2.31, under 2.5 at 1.59, both teams to score: yes - 2.22, no - 1.59. Individual totals: River Plate over 1.5 goals - 2.00, Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto over 0.5 goals - 1.84.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto lost to Racing 0-2 (16.03.2026), fell to Belgrano 0-1 (12.03.2026), and were defeated by Atletico Sarmiento 0-1 (03.03.2026). Previously, they won against Huracan 2-0 (26.02.2026) and lost to San Lorenzo 0-2 (22.02.2026). River Plate's last three games include a win over Atletico Sarmiento 2-0 (15.03.2026), a victory against Huracan 2-1 (13.03.2026), and a draw with Independiente Rivadavia 1-1 (03.03.2026). Prior to that, they beat Banfield 3-1 (26.02.2026) and lost to Velez Sarsfield 0-1 (22.02.2026). Additional metrics: Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto averaged 45.8% possession, 2.4 yellow cards, 10.8 fouls, and 2.6 offsides per match over 5 games. River Plate averaged 67.8% possession, 2.2 yellow cards, 12 fouls, and 1 offside per game. These statistics highlight the differences in style and ball control between the teams.

How Many Goals to Expect?

Over a five-match span, Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto's average total goals per match is 1.6, scoring 0.4 and conceding 1.2. River Plate's average is 2.4 total goals, with 1.6 scored and 0.8 conceded. For over 2.5 goals: Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto did not surpass this mark in any game (0 out of 5), while River Plate did in 2 out of 5. First half goals: Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 0 out of 5 for over 1.5, River Plate 3 out of 5. Second half: Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 1 out of 5 for over 1.5, River Plate 2 out of 5. By intervals: Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto scores most frequently between 76-90 minutes (43%), and concedes between 46-60 (100%). River Plate scores most often in three intervals: 0-15, 31-45, and 46-60 (each 25%). River Plate concedes most frequently between 31-45 (40%). Considering Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto's low scoring rate and River Plate's solid defense, betting on both teams not to score at 1.59 seems logical. Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto has a very low scoring rate, while River Plate concedes less than one goal per game. River Plate has support for goal totals, but Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto lacks the potential to score. The bet on both teams not to score would have won in 3 of River Plate's last 5 matches and all five of Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto's.

Corners: Numbers and Potential Bets

The average number of corners for both teams over 5 matches is 6 per game. In the last five matches, the total corners over 9.5 occurred 3 times for Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto and 2 times for River Plate. For the corner totals market: over 8.5 is priced at 1.81, under 8.5 at 1.94. This is very close to the combined average corners for both teams (12). In terms of corner outcomes, River Plate is the favorite at 1.47. In this scenario, betting on over 8.5 total corners seems reasonable, considering River Plate's attacking style and Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto's frequent crosses. Also, consider individual corner totals, as both teams consistently achieve 6 per match.