Argentinos Juniors have had a tremendous start to their season, being undefeated thus far. Meanwhile, Arsenal is yet to win a game and has a bad head-to-head record against this opponent. As a result, Juniors should win on Thursday.
They had nearly missed out on a podium slot the previous season, as they were tied for third with Velez on points. However, they were degraded in terms of goal difference. This time, they are not only undefeated, but they have also failed to concede a goal.
Meanwhile, Arsenal is ranked 23rd in a table of 26 teams, and has had a disastrous season thus far. At the Grondona, Juniors are likely to have the upper hand.
The Argentinos have won their last four games.
In five of their previous six matches, they had scored two or more goals.
At this site, the guests have only won once since 2008.
Since 2008, the hosts have only failed to score twice at this venue.
The Juniors have only lost four times in their last 21 games, putting together a four-game winning streak and a ten-match unbeaten streak in the process.
Furthermore, they have only lost once on the road since March, and in three of their previous six road trips, they had scored two or more goals.
Prediction: We predict 1.5 Over in this match
Tip: 1.5 Over