Tigre vs Club Libertad predictions for Thursday night Copa Sudamericana fixture. Can Tigre overcome the deficit and progress further? Read on for all our free predictions and tips.
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Tigre vs Club Libertad Predictions
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A Battle for Redemption: Tigre vs Club Libertad in the Copa Sudamericana Playoffs
Key Stats
– Libertad have been consistent in recent years, winning the Paraguayan Primera Division’s Apertura for the past three years.
– Libertad’s Roque Santa Cruz, a former Bayern Munich forward, continues to be a key player at 41 years old.
Following a 2-1 defeat in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana playoffs, Tigre are set to face Club Libertad on Thursday, in a quest to flip the deficit and advance to a last-16 tie against Brazil’s Fortaleza. The face-off is scheduled to take place at Estadio Jose Dellagiovanna, a prominent stadium nestled in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina.
In the initial leg at Estadio Defensores del Chaco in Asuncion, Tigre squandered an advantageous position by losing their lead in the second half. This shift came about despite Blas Armoa’s early goal as their Paraguayan hosts, led by former Benfica men Lorenzo Melgarejo and Oscar Cardozo, notched the scoreboard to a 2-1 victory for Libertad. This victory, featuring an impressive show from 40-year-old substitute Cardozo, places Libertad in a favourable position as they journey to Argentina.
Reflections and Aspirations
For Tigre, colloquially known as El Matador, this knockout phase marks their return to the Copa Sudamericana after nearly a decade. Their last venture in 2012 saw them reach the final. Their group stage performance this time around, albeit marked by defeats against Brazilian heavyweight Sao Paulo, earned them a berth in the knockout-round playoffs. The silver lining came in the form of securing 10 points from the remaining four matches, ensuring a top-two finish in Group D.
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In a recent domestic downfall, Tigre tasted defeat against Barracas Central, slipping to the 21st spot in the 28-team Argentine Primera Division. They now target a replay of the remarkable 5-3 victory against Libertad in April 2013, which saw them progress from the Copa Sudamericana group stage.
Libertad, also known as Gumarelo or the Cabbage Growers, see this as an opportunity to advance deeper into a tournament they last participated in two years ago. Despite the setback of failing to qualify for the Copa Libertadores knockouts in 2022, their confident start to the current Clausura campaign and three consecutive years as Paraguayan Primera Division’s Apertura winners have certainly ignited optimism in the Libertad camp.
A Duel of Form and Strategy
With a recent string of losses plaguing Tigre’s performance, their coach Juan Sara may introduce changes to the starting lineup on Thursday. Blas Armoa and Agustin Obando, among others, are likely to be recalled. Star striker Mateo Retegui, who has been continuously linked with a transfer to Serie A, is expected to lead the attack, with Lucas Menossi taking the mantle in midfield.
Libertad, on the other hand, continue to benefit from the services of 41-year-old former Bayern Munich forward, Roque Santa Cruz. Despite their midfield strength being somewhat compromised due to Hugo Martinez’s ACL injury, the experienced lineup overseen by Argentine coach Daniel Garnero is expected to pose a tough challenge for Tigre.
Match Predictions
Considering the data, the first prediction would be in the under/over market, specifically that the match will see over 2.5 goals. The reasoning behind this comes from Tigre’s recent history of high-scoring Copa Sudamericana games and the potent attacking prowess of both teams.
Secondly, the correct score prediction would be a 2-1 victory for Libertad, mirroring the scoreline from the first leg. Libertad’s better form and their performance during the first leg offer a solid basis for this prediction.
Lastly, the goal scorer prediction will be Roque Santa Cruz, who, despite his age, has shown remarkable tenacity and scoring ability.
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