Defensa y Justicia vs Independiente Rivadavia: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Mon, 17 Nov '25)

The stage is set for an exciting face-off in the Liga Profesional de Fútbol at the Estadio Norberto Tomaghello, Argentina, on Monday, 17 November. As the anticipation builds, one cannot help but wonder, will history repeat itself, or can Defensa y Justicia shift the balance? Their recent encounters tell a pretty clear story: Independiente Rivadavia has dominated with two wins out of the last three clashes, leaving Defensa y Justicia with a single draw to show for their efforts.

The latest showdown between these two saw Independiente Rivadavia triumphing with a 3-2 victory on 2 May. Will Defensa y Justicia find a way to avenge that loss, or will Independiente Rivadavia's momentum, albeit from a goalless draw with Central Córdoba, propel them to another victory?

Examining the league standings reveals Defensa y Justicia in 11th position, slightly better placed than Independiente Rivadavia, who sit in 15th. This provides Defensa y Justicia with a marginal advantage, though their recent 0-1 defeat to Racing Club might dampen spirits. Can they rally back, leveraging their superior average possession of 51.81% compared to Independiente Rivadavia's 45.76%, or will the latter's disciplined plays, despite their slightly higher card count, give them an edge?

When it comes to individual talents, Gastón Togni shines for Defensa y Justicia with 5 goals this season. Independiente Rivadavia needs to be wary of him, while Defensa y Justicia must keep a close eye on Sebastián Villa, who boasts 4 assists for his team. Player ratings add another layer of intrigue, with Lucas Ferreira leading Defensa y Justicia with a rating of 7.33. Meanwhile, Sebastián Villa tops Independiente Rivadavia's chart with 7.39.

Corners and discipline could also play pivotal roles in this clash. Defensa y Justicia edges out slightly on average corners per match with 4.25 compared to Independiente Rivadavia's 3.82. Both teams have accrued a fair number of yellow cards — 37 for Defensa y Justicia and 43 for Independiente Rivadavia — and have each seen two reds.

As we speculate on the outcome, the statistics lean slightly toward Independiente Rivadavia continuing their upper hand due to their recent head-to-head successes. However, don’t count Defensa y Justicia out just yet; their home advantage and possession statistics might just tip the scales in their favor. This match promises to be an intense contest of skill, strategy, and sheer willpower.