Gameweek 4 of the Argentina Primera Division brings us a hotly contested clash between mid table giants Independiente and table toppers Estudiantes. Independiente appears to be suffering this season, sitting in 13th place in the standings, whereas Estudiantes has had a fantastic start to the season, leading the table with two victories and a draw. Independiente are coming into this game on the back off a defeat against Argentinos Juniors, losing the game 2-1 at the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona. Meanwhile, Estudiantes won their previous match against Sarmiento 2-1. Regardless of their current standings, it will be a match that will go down to the wire, one that you would not want to miss.
IND vs EST: Match Details
Match | Independiente vs Estudiantes |
Date | Tuesday, 21st June, 2022 |
Time | 6:00 AM (IST) |
Venue | Estadio Libertadores de América |
IND vs EST: Broadcast Details
The Argentina Primera Division is not broadcast in India, which is a shame for Indian football lovers.
IND vs EST: Team News
Independiente’s lone goal in Thursday’s defeat was his second of the season, putting him in a three-way tie for first with Juan Manuel Insaurralde and Leandro Fernandez. Sergio Barreto picked up his first assist in that game, putting him in a three-way tie for first with Juan Manuel Insaurralde and Leandro Fernandez.
Last year, Insaurralde scored the sole goal in a 1-0 win over Estudiantes, while Sebastian Sosa made three saves to keep the clean sheet.
El Leon’s Mauro Boselli scored a brace in their win earlier this week, while Leonardo Godoy drew level with teammate Emmanuel Mas with his first assist of the second round, but Leandro Diaz will miss this game after receiving a red card in injury time on Tuesday.
Fabian Noguera started at centre-back with Rogel against Sarmiento, with Luciano Lollo relegated to the bench at the start of that match.
IND vs EST: Head-to-Head Stats
The head-to-head record between Independiente and Estudiantes is that Independiente has won 1 and Estudiantes has won 3 times in their 8 matches.
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IND vs EST: Dream 11 Top Picks and Player Stats
Ezequiel Munoz
Munoz is selected by over 70% of the fantasy players. At 37 years of age, he is one of the main defenders for Independiente, and should be one of the main picks for your Dream 11 fantasy team.
Lucas Romero
The Argentine midfielder now plays for Independiente and has already scored a goal this season. Given his position as a midfielder, he is normally a key component of Independiente’s chance-creating strategy. Romero is an excellent candidate for your fantasy team’s vice captain.
Leonardo Banegas
Leonardo is chosen by nearly 1/4 of the fantasy players. He will be crucial for Independiente in their encounter against Estudiantes, alongside Miguel Fernandez, and is an excellent pick for captaincy in your fantasy team.
IND vs EST: Dream 11 Fantasy Team
Goal-Keeper | Milton Alvarez |
Defender | Barreto, Ezequil Munoz, Manuel Insaurralde |
Mid-Fielder | Lucas Romero, Poblete, Del Prete, Ramirez |
Forward | Miguel Fernandez, Leonardo Banegas |
Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choice For Today’s Match
Captain: Barreto
Vice-Captain: Del Prete
IND vs EST: Predicted Line-Up
Independiente Starting XI: Alvarez; Rodriguez, Insaurralde, Barreto, Vigo; Poblete, Romero, Togni, Benavide; Fernandez, Benegas
Estudiantes Starting XI: Andujar; Munoz, Beltran, Lollo, Mas; Castro, Zuqui, Ramirez, Pellegrini, Del Prete; Boselli
IND vs EST: Who Will Win this Match?
Estudiantes appear to have found the correct balance for success this season, and Independiente may find it difficult to break down their tight defensive system, while El Leon make the most of their chances. We predict a 0-1 win for Estudiantes.