Defensa y Justicia vs Newells Old Boys Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
31
J. Russo
was cautioned
32
F. Roman
scored for Defensa y Justicia
40
J. Russo
sent off for a second booking
45+1
A. Portillo
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 1
46
C. Perez
was cautioned
68
T. Perez
scored for Defensa y Justicia
83
B. Cabrera
scored for Newells Old Boys
90+2
F. Roman
was cautioned
Defensa y Justicia welcome Newells Old Boys to Estadio Norberto Tomaghello on 09 August 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Argentina Liga Profesional, Round 2 schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Defensa y Justicia aim for structural stability in their setup.
Newells Old Boys aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
Defensa y Justicia
WLWDL
Newells Old Boys
LDLWD
Defensa y Justicia have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.
However, Newells Old Boys have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
Defensa y Justicia (Home)
WWDLL
Newells Old Boys (Away)
LLDWW
Defensa y Justicia's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Newells Old Boys show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Defensa y Justicia
-----
Newells Old Boys
---+-
Defensa y Justicia have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Meanwhile, Newells Old Boys have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Defensa y Justicia (Home)
-----
Newells Old Boys (Away)
-----
There is little difference in Defensa y Justicia's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Newells Old Boys show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Defensa y Justicia
+++-+
Newells Old Boys
++---
Defensa y Justicia are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
In contrast, Newells Old Boys have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Defensa y Justicia (Home)
++-++
Newells Old Boys (Away)
+--++
Defensa y Justicia's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Only small differences appear in Newells Old Boys's match tempo home versus away.
Scoring Consistency
Defensa y Justicia
+-+++
Newells Old Boys
++-++
Defensa y Justicia show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Similarly, Newells Old Boys have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Defensa y Justicia (Home)
+++-+
Newells Old Boys (Away)
+-+++
There is little difference in Defensa y Justicia's scoring output across venues.
Newells Old Boys's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Venue: Estadio Norberto Tomaghello
Defensa y Justicia vs Newells Old Boys Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.65
xG
0.66
59
Ball Posession (%)
41
3
Big Chances
2
3
Cautions
2
0
Expulsions
1
16
Shots
10
6
Shots on Goal
4
5
Shots Blocked
3
8
Shots inside Box
7
8
Shots outside Box
3
2
Hit Woodwork
0
14
Fouls
10
3
Corner Kicks
7
3
Saves
4
10
Free Kicks
14
8
Offsides
0
445
Passes Total
301
379
Passes Completed
231
103
Passes in the final 3rd Total
87
74
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
51
21
Touches in the Opposition Box
14
31
Tackles Total
15
25
Tackles Completed
9
25
Clearances
19
14
Crosses Total
24
5
Crosses Completed
6
12
Interceptions
8
Defensa y Justicia vs Newells Old Boys Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
M. Borgogno
30
J. Reinatti
3
F. Roman
28
J. Russo
21
D. Martinez
17
L. Giannetti
29
D. Fernandez
25
B. Cabrera
16
A. Portillo
6
M. Ortega
8
C. Perez
5
L. Regiardo
15
S. Sosa
19
J. Gomez Mattar
24
J. Gutierrez
39
19
D. Barbona
20
F. Guch
17
A. Hausch
7
W. Mazzantti
9
L. Fernandez
99
I. Ramirez
Defensa y Justicia vs Newells Old Boys H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results
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