Velez Sarsfield have drawn their last 4 matches (Liga Profesional). There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 10 of Union's last 11 games (Liga Profesional). Velez Sarsfield have won their last 4 matches against Union in all competitions. Velez Sarsfield have scored at least 3 goals in their last 3 matches against Union in all competitions. Union have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Velez Sarsfield in all competitions. Union have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 matches (Liga Profesional). Union are undefeated in their last 6 matches (Liga Profesional).
New arrival Bryan Castrillón will likely retain his place here. Likewise Mariano Peralta Bauer will probably remain up top despite a disappointing last outing. Diego Godin got his first goal for Velez in the last league outing and will start here. New recruit Jonathan Menendez will retain his place here after missing out in the Copa Libertadores. There will be some big names likely rested after Copa Libertadores exploits.
Union have had extra time to prepare for this one after their last outing against Talleres was postponed. They are four games unbeaten. Despite being four games unbeaten, Union have actually conceded five goals in that time. It's unsustainable for them to concede at that regularity and outscore the opposition every week. Velez Sarsfield have Copa Libertadores on the mind after their first leg win over Talleres in midweek, with the return game next week, they could sacrifice this one. Prior to that continental victory, Velez Sarsfield were seven games without a win in all competitions so they'll hope that kickstarts an upturn in form. 1:1