Audax Italiano vs Nublense predictions for Thursday night Copa Sudamericana fixture. Following last week’s goalless draw in Concepcion who will prevail? Read on for all our free predictions and tips.
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Audax Italiano vs Nublense Predictions
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An Intriguing Showdown: The Audax Italiano and Nublense Clash in Copa Sudamericana Playoffs
Key Stats
– Nublense’s scoring woes are evident, with just one goal scored in their previous five games.
– Gonzalo Sosa of Audax Italiano has been in fine form in the tournament, scoring four goals in eight matches.
Audax Italiano and Nublense, the pair of Chilean squads, are set to clash again in the same city of Concepcion for the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana playoffs. The first leg culminated in a stalemate, leaving the stakes high and the outcome uncertain, with LDU Quito of Ecuador awaiting the victorious team in the round of 16.
The Stalemate and The Struggles
Audax Italiano managed to fend off Nublense despite yielding most of the ball possession in their previous encounter. The 0-0 draw has kept their Copa Sudamericana aspirations alive, with the team aiming to make their mark in the South American second-tier club tournament.
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Their campaign in the tournament began on a challenging note with a loss to Newell’s Old Boys, yet they displayed resilience and managed to secure 11 points from their next five matches. This turnaround led them to a top-two finish in Group E and propelled them into the playoff round – a first in the club’s history in any CONMEBOL competition.
However, a lack of recent success seems to be hanging over both sides, with the teams tied on 19 points in the Chilean Primera Division. Despite being two places higher in the table than Nublense, Audax Italiano are teetering near the relegation zone and have failed to secure a win in their last five games. Their woes have been compounded by losses to O’Higgins, Palestino, and a shocking defeat to 10-man Copiapo.
Nublense’s form isn’t any better, having not tasted victory in any of their last eight matches across all competitions. Their struggles in front of the goal are evident, with just one goal scored in their previous five games, since their 1-1 draw with Flamengo in the Copa Libertadores. Nonetheless, the team, which achieved promotion to the top flight three years ago and finished second last season, is making steady progress.
Team News and Lineups
Coach Jaime Garcia’s strategic switch to a 3-5-2 formation from the four-at-the-back setup last week adds an element of uncertainty to Nublense’s line-up. However, their top scorer Patricio Rubio and midfielder Jorge Henriquez are hopeful of returning after disciplinary absences, with Ismael Sosa expected to lead the forward line in Rubio’s absence. Nicola Perez is anticipated to start as the goalkeeper, with Rafael Caroca, Enzo Guerrero, and Lucas Abascia making up the defensive trio.
On the other hand, Audax Italiano will be relying heavily on Gonzalo Sosa, their top scorer in the tournament with four goals in eight matches. His support will come from his compatriot Gonzalo Rios, who scored a hat-trick in Audax Italiano’s 5-2 league victory over Nublense in April. Ahumada is anticipated to be in goal, with Munoz, Labrin, Bosso, Cereceda making up the defence.
Predictions and Justifications
After analysing the teams and their recent performances, a few predictions can be made. First, considering both teams’ recent struggles to score and their defensive solidity, an Under 2.5 goals market prediction appears appropriate.
Secondly, given the 0-0 outcome in the first leg and the scoring woes of both teams, a correct score prediction of 1-1 seems reasonable. Both teams will be keen to score, given the significance of the match, yet their recent attacking form suggests a low-scoring game.
Finally, considering the goalscorer prediction, Gonzalo Sosa of Audax Italiano seems to be the best bet. With four goals in the tournament and a supporting role from Gonzalo Rios, Sosa appears to be the player most likely to break the deadlock in this crucial match.
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