Estudiantes L.P. look to defend their position at the top of the table against a Sarmiento Junin side that has suddenly found its rhythm with three straight wins.
Sarmiento Junin sit 11th on 19 points, trailing the European qualification spots by nine points with 30 games remaining. They arrive at the Estadio Eva Peron in their best form of the season, having secured three wins on the bounce against Huracan, Atletico Tucuman, and Independiente Rivadavia. Their recent 2-0 victory over Huracan showcased their defensive control, particularly after their opponents were reduced to ten men.
League leaders Estudiantes L.P. remain in control of the title race with 31 points, but their recent form has been uncharacteristically shaky. Despite a thumping 4-0 derby win over Gimnasia L.P. recently, they have suffered three defeats in their last five outings, including consecutive 2-0 losses against Deportivo Riestra and Independiente. They must rediscover their consistency to maintain their lead at the summit.
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Per-game averages this season. Use the buttons to split the goals by venue.
Both teams across every game this season.
Whole season, home and away combined — Sarmiento Junin 26 games, Estudiantes L.P. 26 games.
Liga Profesional (Argentina) standings · both teams highlighted in context.