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Liga Profesional Argentina | Fri 31 Jul, 01:15

Independiente v Newells Old Boys Stats

Data last updated: Sat 01 Aug 2026, 10:01 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Independiente and Newells Old Boys meet in a Liga Profesional Argentina clash where both teams bring competitive form, each securing 9 points recently. Independiente ranks 3rd and Newells 5th, reflecting a tight contest with high stakes. Both sides have shown tactical intensity and physicality, with Newells boasting a slightly stronger defensive record. The match is expected to be fiercely contested, with aggressive midfield battles and pressing likely to increase fouls and disciplinary actions, setting the stage for a high-card encounter without revealing the betting angle.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Cards

  • Independiente averages 2.5 yellow cards per game, Newells 3.5, indicating a physical match.
  • Both teams have a combined recent points total of 18, showing competitive intensity.
  • Newells concedes fewer goals (0.8 per game) than Independiente (1.4), suggesting tactical fouling to disrupt attacks.
  • The fixture's recent form and player card risks point to a high likelihood of multiple cautions.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies a 75% chance for over 3.5 cards, supported by both teams' aggressive defensive styles and recent disciplinary records. Newells Old Boys' higher average yellows per game and Independiente's competitive pressure contribute to this elevated card count. Player-level data shows key individuals like M. Luciano with significant card risk, reinforcing the expectation of a card-heavy match. The balanced competitive stakes and tactical intensity further increase the likelihood of multiple cautions. No price warning is necessary as the align well with the model's .

Team card averagesIndependiente 2.5, Newells 3.5 yellows per game
Strong positive
Player card riskM. Luciano with 3 yellows and 2.36 fouls per 90
Positive
Match intensityBoth teams have 9 recent points, indicating competitive pressure
Positive
Defensive tacticsNewells concedes fewer goals, likely increasing tactical fouls
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a physically intense match with both Independiente and Newells Old Boys engaging in tactical fouling and aggressive challenges. The data supports a high card count, especially given Newells' elevated yellow card average and key players prone to cautions. This match should see multiple bookings as both sides fight for crucial points in a tight league race.

Main risk

The card line needs match pressure and repeated duels; a controlled game state would weaken the booking angle.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · cards market

“This fixture's competitive nature and player discipline profiles strongly suggest a game punctuated by frequent fouls and cautions, making over 3.5 cards a compelling angle.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Cards evidence

Independiente averages 2.5 yellow cards per game, Newells 3.5, indicating a physical match.

Both teams have a combined recent points total of 18, showing competitive intensity.

Newells concedes fewer goals (0.8 per game) than Independiente (1.4), suggesting tactical fouling to disrupt attacks.

The fixture's recent form and player card risks point to a high likelihood of multiple cautions.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Cards notes

  • Over the last ten meetings, the average goals stand at 2.8, showing moderate scoring.
  • However, the trend towards physicality and tactical fouling in recent matches suggests a higher tempo with interruptions, supporting the likelihood of multiple cards rather than a high-scoring game.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Independiente1.6
Avg goals scored
Newells Old Boys1.2
Independiente1.4
Avg goals conceded
Newells Old Boys0.8
Independiente60%
BTTS rate
Newells Old Boys60%
Independiente60%
Over 2.5 goals
Newells Old Boys20%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.1
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.15
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 66%
1.36
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 56%
1.67
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.75
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 34%
1.67
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Goal scoring is moderate with Independiente averaging 1.6 and Newells 1.2 goals per game, while both teams have 60% BTTS rates. The focus on cards suggests a physical game that may limit free-flowing attacking play, potentially suppressing high goal totals despite decent shot volumes.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.1
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Newells Old Boys Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
3.7
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 65%
1.67
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Newells Old Boys to WinBet365 guide price · model 29%
7
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.15
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
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Independiente Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 54%
1.26
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The over 3.5 cards market aligns well with the model's 75% probability, reflecting solid value without price warnings. Both teams' disciplinary records and match intensity justify the expectation of multiple cautions, making this a price-sensitive but reasonable selection.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Independiente4.2
Avg corners for
Newells Old Boys4.6
Independiente8.6
Avg total corners
Newells Old Boys11.6
Independiente2.4
Avg yellow cards
Newells Old Boys3.2
Independiente11.8
Avg shots
Newells Old Boys9.6
Best odds for this sectionOver 4.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 58% · edge +9.6 pts
1.73
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Over 9.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 59%
2.1
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 65%
1.67
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
2.75
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Over 5.5 CardsBet365 guide price
1.91
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Both teams average around 3.5 corners per game, with shot counts near 10-11 and 4 shots on target each. The combination of sustained pressure and fouling tendencies indicates a match with frequent interruptions, contributing to the high card count and influencing set-piece frequency.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Independiente

WLWLW
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 2D 4L
26 Jul 2026A Estudiantes L.P.2-0
10 May 2026A Rosario Central1-3
02 May 2026A San Lorenzo2-1
24 Apr 2026A Deportivo Riestra0-2
18 Apr 2026H Defensa Y Justicia3-1

Newells Old Boys

WDDWD
Last 52W 3D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 4D 2L
25 Jul 2026H Talleres Cordoba1-0
04 May 2026A Velez Sarsfield1-1
26 Apr 2026H Instituto Cordoba1-1
18 Apr 2026A Union Santa Fe3-2
12 Apr 2026H San Lorenzo0-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 59% vs implied 44% · edge +15 pts
2.3
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Newells Old Boys Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
3.7
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Newells Old Boys to WinBet365 guide price · model 29%
7
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.12
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Independiente Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 54%
1.26
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Independiente to WinBetUK guide price · model 43%
1.53
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Recent form shows both teams earning 9 points, with Independiente conceding more goals but also committing fewer fouls on average. Newells' higher yellow card rate reflects a more aggressive defensive approach, supporting the over 3.5 cards prediction in a match where intensity and discipline will be tested.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

4Independiente wins
2Draws
4Newells Old Boys wins
28 Jan 2026Newells Old Boys v Independiente1-1
26 Nov 2024Newells Old Boys v Independiente2-1
12 Jul 2023Independiente v Newells Old Boys0-2
25 Sep 2022Independiente v Newells Old Boys1-0
31 Oct 2021Newells Old Boys v Independiente1-0
05 Mar 2021Newells Old Boys v Independiente1-2
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.1
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Newells Old Boys to WinBet365 guide price · model 29%
7
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.15
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
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Independiente to WinBetUK guide price · model 43%
1.53
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The head-to-head sample of ten matches shows an average of 2.8 goals but does not strongly indicate card trends. The disciplinary aspect is better informed by recent form and player card risks, which suggest a more physical contest than past meetings alone would imply.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Liga Profesional Argentina

Independiente19
Played
Newells Old Boys18
Independiente1.5
Avg goals for
Newells Old Boys0.9
Independiente1.2
Avg goals against
Newells Old Boys1.6
Independiente6
Clean sheets
Newells Old Boys3
Best odds for this sectionNewells Old Boys Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 42% vs implied 27% · edge +15 pts
3.7
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Newells Old Boys to WinBet365 guide price · model 29%
7
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Independiente Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 54%
1.26
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Independiente to WinBetUK guide price · model 43%
1.53
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Season-long data reveals Independiente averages 2.5 yellows per game and Newells 3.5, highlighting a consistent pattern of physical play. This sustained disciplinary trend underpins the expectation for multiple cards, especially given the competitive nature of this fixture.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
5Independiente24166644
14Newells Old Boys1516367-12
2Independiente622003
9Newells Old Boys321010
Independiente sits 3rd and Newells 5th in the league, both with 3 points in the current cycle, indicating a high-stakes match where tactical fouling and aggressive challenges are likely as teams push for advantage, increasing the card count potential.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Independiente Over 2.5
20%Newells Old Boys Over 2.5
2.8H2H avg goals
Over the last ten meetings, the average goals stand at 2.8, showing moderate scoring. However, the trend towards physicality and tactical fouling in recent matches suggests a higher tempo with interruptions, supporting the likelihood of multiple cards rather than a high-scoring game.

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