Lanus travel to Estadio Marcelo Bielsa in the Liga Profesional Argentina on Saturday 3 October (21:00 WAT) to face Newells Old Boys. Newells Old Boys are 6th with 23 points from 16 games (in the top half), while Lanus sit 5th on 26 points (in the top half). Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Newells Old Boys's last 5: WDDDW Most recently they beat Platense 1–0 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 0.5 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Lanus's last 5: WWWLD Most recently they beat Estudiantes L.P. 2–1 at home. They average 1.3 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 17 March 2026, finished Lanus 5–0 Newells Old Boys.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.2 goals: 1.1 for Newells Old Boys and 1.1 for Lanus. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 39%, both teams to score at 51%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Newells Old Boys 36%, draw 26%, Lanus 38%.
Both teams to score: yes (51%) at 2.10.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 51% chance at odds of 2.10, above our fair price of 1.94, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Newells Old Boys 1–1 Lanus. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Newells Old Boys36%fair 2.77 · @2.70
Draw26%fair 3.86 · @2.88
Lanus38%fair 2.63 · @2.70
2.23Expected goals
1.10Newells Old Boys xG
1.13Lanus xG
51%Both score
39%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–112%
1–012%
0–011%
1–28%
2–17%
From our goals model: Newells Old Boys 1.1 – 1.1 Lanus expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Newells Old Boys vs Lanus?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 51% chance, at bookmaker odds of 2.10.
Who will win Newells Old Boys vs Lanus?
On our numbers Newells Old Boys have a 36% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Lanus 38%.
How many goals will there be in Newells Old Boys vs Lanus?
We expect about 2.2 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 39% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Newells Old Boys vs Lanus?
Our predicted score is Newells Old Boys 1–1 Lanus, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.2 goals in total.
When is Newells Old Boys vs Lanus?
Newells Old Boys vs Lanus (Liga Profesional Argentina) kicks off on Saturday 3 October 2026 at 21:00 (West Africa Time) at Estadio Marcelo Bielsa.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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