Union Santa Fe vs Defensa Y Justicia Prediction, Odds & Insights – Liga Profesional Argentina (22/10/2025)

The Liga Profesional Argentina resumes with a captivating 13th round clash between Union Santa Fe and Defensa y Justicia at the Estadio 15 de Abril. Kickoff is set for 00:15 local time on 22/10/2025 with Nazareno Arasa officiating this eagerly awaited encounter.

Union Santa Fe in Focus

Union Santa Fe lines up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on the experience of M. Tagliamonte guarding the net and key players like N. Palavecino and F. Fragapane in attack. Recent form shows a mixed bag with three wins, three losses, and four draws in their last ten matches across all competitions. At home, they’ve been resilient, achieving six draws and a single win in ten games.

Defensa Y Justicia at a Glance

Defensa y Justicia deploys a 3-4-2-1 system featuring goalkeeper E. Bologna and midfield orchestrators like A. Molinas. They’ve been consistent on the road with five wins and three defeats in their last ten matches away from home. Their attacking form is steady but cautious, averaging 1.1 goals per game and keeping clean sheets in 40% of their last ten matches.

We Say

We see this game ending in a draw. The balanced recent performance and defensive solidity of both sides back this outcome. While Union Santa Fe might be slightly under pressure at home, their ability to hold strong defensively offers hope to avoid defeat.

Stats That Matter

Stat	Union Santa Fe	Defensa Y Justicia
Avg. Goals For	1.4	1.1
Avg. Goals Against	1.2	1
Last Meeting (GF)	–	–

• Recent Liga Profesional Argentina matches show both teams have struggled to consistently secure wins, with multiple draws and narrow scorelines.
• Union Santa Fe has a 50% rate of matches ending under 2.5 goals; Defensa y Justicia’s similar 60% highlights the likelihood of a low-scoring game.
• Upcoming fixtures include this fixture on 19/10, which bettors should note as key for momentum.

Odds & Insights

Market	Union Santa Fe	Defensa Y Justicia	Draw/Alt
1X2	–	–	Draw
Over/Under 2.5 Goals	–	–	Under 2.5 goals
Both Teams to Score	–	–	No
Correct Score	–	–	–
Anytime Goalscorer	–	–	–

Past Meetings (H2H)

Date	Competition	Result
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Our Take

This match promises a tactical battle with defensive setups likely to dominate. Given both teams’ moderate scoring rates and tendency for draws seen in recent performances, the main bet aligns with a stalemate. Secondary options include betting on under 2.5 goals or no goals from both sides, which the stats support comfortably. Without a history of high-scoring encounters, a low-scoring draw looks plausible.

• Main Bet: Match Draw
• Secondary Option: Under 2.5 Goals
• Alternative: Both Teams to Score: No
• Correct Score Lean: –

While Union Santa Fe has shown some resilience at home, Defensa y Justicia’s strong away record means this game could go either way. The likely tight scoreline offers bettors a cautious but promising opportunity. Keep an eye on team news and possible tactical shifts as the match approaches to confirm this prudent prediction.