Nublense vs Audax Italiano predictions for Thursday’s Copa Sudamericana clash at the Estadio Municipal de Concepcion. Who will prevail in this last-32 tie? Read on for all our free predictions and tips.
Match Live Thursday, 13th July at 11:00 pm In:
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Nublense vs Audax Italiano Predictions
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An Epic Battle of Wits and Strategy
Key Stats
– Audax Italiano have lost just once in their last eight away matches across all tournaments.
– Patricio Rubio of Nublense has scored all of his seven goals this season at home, while Gonzalo Sosa of Audax Italiano has netted twelve goals in all competitions.
Nublense welcome Audax Italiano at the Estadio Municipal de Concepcion, setting the stage for the first leg of their thrilling Copa Sudamericana last-32 tie this Thursday. In the Chilean Primera Division, only a mere point differentiates the two teams, with Audax perched two places higher than Nublense on the league table.
The Underdogs: Nublense’s Rocky Journey
Nublense, known as the Red Devils, have found themselves in a slump recently, failing to secure a victory in their previous six matches across all competitions. This unfortunate streak includes a narrow defeat at home against Union Espanola in their last Primera Division fixture, with Diego Acevedo stealing the game in the 90th minute.
The club has had a rough patch this season, despite an impressive run in the previous term that saw them finish second on the leaderboard. Currently, they hover above the relegation zone with a meagre five-point cushion, an alarming drop given their commendable past performances.
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Their home ground hasn’t been a fortress lately, with only three victories from their last eleven matches. With a challenging game ahead and a three-game goal draught hanging over their heads, returning to their winning ways on home turf would be a significant morale boost for Nublense.
Audax Italiano: The Formidable Visitors
On the other side, Audax Italiano’s away record seems intimidating for the hosts. They have managed to keep their losses to a minimum on their travels, succumbing only once in their last eight games across all tournaments. However, the team has recently hit a bump, failing to secure a win in their last three matches, including two back-to-back home defeats.
Yet, their recent history against Nublense paints a promising picture, with victories in their last two encounters. Coupled with their impressive Copa Sudamericana run, where they finished second in Group E, they’re entering this match with a sense of optimism.
Key Players: Nublense and Audax Italiano
Patricio Rubio stands out as Nublense’s top scorer, with all seven of his season’s goals being netted on home turf. The striking duo of Rubio and either Andres Vilches or Bayron Oyarzo is expected to lead the offensive charge.
For Audax, the spotlight is on Gonzalo Sosa, who has scored a commendable twelve goals across all competitions this season, with four coming from the Copa Sudamericana matches. He’s likely to spearhead the attack, backed by Gabriel Hachen in an advanced midfield role.
Predictions: Over 10.5 Corners and 1-1 Draw
Considering the stats, our main prediction for the clash between Nublense and Audax Italiano in the Copa Sudamericana last-32 tie is for the match to record over 10.5 corners. The foundation of this prediction is derived from an analysis of each team’s match strategies and data insights from their previous encounters.
Corner kicks often arise as a consequence of a team’s attacking playstyle, with offences often resulting in corner kicks when defensive blocks redirect the ball out of play. The teams’ average shots per game, a valuable measure of offensive intensity, reinforce this concept.
Nublense averages 11.9 shots per game while Audax Italiano averages 13.2 shots per game. These numbers indicate that both teams have a propensity for playing offensively, and this inclination could easily lead to numerous corner kicks throughout the match.
Another key variable to consider is the two sides’ defence. Defenders, particularly in pressured circumstances, can inadvertently concede corners in their attempts to block shots or halt attacks. Nublense, in the defensive aspect, averages 13.9 clearances per game while Audax Italiano, with a more robust defensive performance, makes 21.1 clearances per game on average. This strong inclination to clear the ball suggests that several corner opportunities could arise.
Historical data from both teams’ previous matches also support this prediction. Nublense has been averaging 2.9 corners per game this season, while Audax Italiano surpasses that with 4.8 corners per game. With both teams combined, their average corners per game amount to 7.7, close enough to the prediction. Considering the higher stakes and intensity of this match, the frequency of corner kicks is expected to increase significantly.
Furthermore, the previous two matches between these teams have yielded a substantial number of corners. Their first meeting had 12 corners, while the second encounter generated 11 corners, validating the prediction of over 10.5 corners.
In conclusion, taking into account both the attacking and defensive strategies of the teams, alongside their historic corner data, it can be reasonably predicted that the match will witness over 10.5 corners.
As for the correct score, a 1-1 draw appears feasible. Despite Audax’s superior position on the league table and their history of winning against Nublense, the latter’s motivation to break their losing streak could result in a tightly contested match.
Moreover, both teams have had a nearly identical average BettingTips4You Expert Rating, reflecting closely fought matches in the past. Their similar attacking and defending statistics further reinforce this prediction.
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