Argentina Liga Profesional

Liga Profesional Argentina Predictions

Last updated Jan. 31, 2026

Liga Profesional Argentina predictions demand attention from sharp bettors who understand South American football's unique intensity. Argentina's top flight delivers unpredictable results, passionate derbies, and markets where knowledge of local rivalries and squad depth pays dividends. From the Superclásico to provincial battles, this league consistently rewards those who dig deeper than surface-level stats.

Betzoid provides upcoming fixtures with current odds, live standings, and betting insights covering match outcomes, over/under totals, and both teams to score markets. Review the latest matches below, then explore our detailed analysis.

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How Liga Profesional Argentina Works

Liga Profesional Argentina sits at the top of the Argentine football pyramid. Twenty-eight clubs compete across two annual tournaments—the first half known as the Copa de la Liga, the second as the Liga Profesional championship. Each tournament crowns its own champion, making Argentina unique among major South American leagues.

The format has evolved multiple times over the decades. Argentine football authorities regularly adjust competition structures, but the core remains consistent: short tournaments with knockout playoffs often deciding titles. Relegation operates on a points-average system spanning multiple seasons, protecting clubs from one disastrous campaign while punishing sustained poor form.

Continental qualification rewards the top performers. Champions and runners-up earn Copa Libertadores spots—South America's most prestigious club competition. Additional berths go to Copa Sudamericana, the continent's secondary tournament. These stakes drive intensity throughout the season.

Understanding how to bet on Argentine football starts with grasping this structure. Short tournaments mean fewer matches to recover from poor runs. Every result carries amplified weight, creating volatility that smart bettors can exploit. Punters familiar with betting on Asian leagues like the JFL will recognize similar compact-season dynamics.

Liga Profesional Argentina Table

Stats
Team Played Win Draw Loss GF/GA Points
Apertura - Group A
1 Estudiantes L.P. 16 9 4 3 19/7 31
2 Boca Juniors 16 8 6 2 22/9 30
3 Velez Sarsfield 16 7 7 2 18/12 28
4 Talleres Cordoba 16 7 5 4 17/13 26
5 Independiente 16 6 6 4 24/20 24
6 Lanus 16 6 6 4 18/15 24
7 San Lorenzo 16 5 7 4 14/14 22
8 Union Santa Fe 16 5 6 5 24/20 21
9 Instituto Cordoba 16 6 3 7 17/17 21
10 Defensa Y Justicia 16 4 7 5 18/21 19
11 Gimnasia M. 16 5 4 7 14/22 19
12 Platense 16 3 7 6 10/15 16
13 Central Cordoba de Santiago 16 4 4 8 11/21 16
14 Newells Old Boys 16 3 6 7 15/27 15
15 Deportivo Riestra 16 1 8 7 5/12 11
Apertura - Group B
1 Independ. Rivadavia 16 10 4 2 29/15 34
2 River Plate 16 9 2 5 22/12 29
3 Argentinos JRS 16 8 5 3 17/13 29
4 Rosario Central 16 8 4 4 20/16 28
5 Belgrano Cordoba 16 7 5 4 17/13 26
6 Gimnasia L.P. 16 8 2 6 19/19 26
7 Huracan 16 5 7 4 17/13 22
8 Racing Club 16 5 6 5 17/15 21
9 Barracas Central 16 5 6 5 15/15 21
10 Tigre 16 4 8 4 18/15 20
11 Sarmiento Junin 16 6 1 9 13/20 19
12 Banfield 16 5 3 8 17/19 18
13 Atletico Tucuman 16 3 5 8 15/20 14
14 Aldosivi 16 0 8 8 6/19 8
15 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 16 1 2 13 5/24 5
Clausura - Group A
1 Gimnasia M. 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
2 Lanus 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
3 Newells Old Boys 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
4 Velez Sarsfield 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
5 Platense 1 0 1 0 2/2 1
6 Union Santa Fe 1 0 1 0 2/2 1
7 Defensa Y Justicia 1 0 1 0 1/1 1
8 Independiente 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Estudiantes L.P. 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Boca Juniors 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
11 Deportivo Riestra 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
12 Central Cordoba de Santiago 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
13 San Lorenzo 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
14 Talleres Cordoba 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
15 Instituto Cordoba 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
Clausura - Group B
1 Argentinos JRS 1 1 0 0 3/2 3
2 Belgrano Cordoba 1 1 0 0 2/1 3
3 Racing Club 1 1 0 0 2/1 3
4 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
5 Huracan 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
6 Barracas Central 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
7 Aldosivi 1 0 1 0 1/1 1
8 Atletico Tucuman 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Independ. Rivadavia 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Sarmiento Junin 1 0 0 1 2/3 0
11 Rosario Central 1 0 0 1 1/2 0
12 Gimnasia L.P. 1 0 0 1 1/2 0
13 Tigre 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
14 Banfield 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
15 River Plate 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
Home
Team Played Win Draw Loss GF/GA Points
Apertura - Group A
1 Estudiantes L.P. 8 5 1 2 11/4 31
2 Boca Juniors 8 3 5 0 8/3 30
3 Velez Sarsfield 8 4 3 1 9/6 28
4 Talleres Cordoba 7 4 1 2 9/5 26
5 Independiente 8 4 3 1 15/9 24
6 Lanus 8 3 4 1 9/5 24
7 San Lorenzo 8 3 2 3 10/11 22
8 Union Santa Fe 8 3 4 1 11/5 21
9 Instituto Cordoba 8 4 1 3 11/8 21
10 Defensa Y Justicia 8 1 5 2 7/10 19
11 Gimnasia M. 8 4 1 3 9/8 19
12 Platense 8 2 2 4 4/8 16
13 Central Cordoba de Santiago 8 4 1 3 10/9 16
14 Newells Old Boys 8 1 4 3 6/10 15
15 Deportivo Riestra 8 1 5 2 4/4 11
Apertura - Group B
1 Independ. Rivadavia 9 6 1 2 19/10 34
2 River Plate 8 5 0 3 14/8 29
3 Argentinos JRS 9 6 3 0 10/4 29
4 Rosario Central 8 4 2 2 10/7 28
5 Belgrano Cordoba 8 4 2 2 11/5 26
6 Gimnasia L.P. 8 4 1 3 11/10 26
7 Huracan 8 4 1 3 11/8 22
8 Racing Club 7 2 3 2 7/7 21
9 Barracas Central 8 3 2 3 9/8 21
10 Tigre 8 3 4 1 11/8 20
11 Sarmiento Junin 8 5 1 2 9/6 19
12 Banfield 8 4 2 2 10/6 18
13 Atletico Tucuman 8 2 5 1 8/6 14
14 Aldosivi 8 0 7 1 3/5 8
15 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 8 1 1 6 4/10 5
Clausura - Group A
1 Gimnasia M. 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
2 Lanus 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
3 Newells Old Boys 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
4 Velez Sarsfield 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
5 Platense 1 0 1 0 2/2 1
6 Union Santa Fe 0 0 0 0 0/0 1
7 Defensa Y Justicia 1 0 1 0 1/1 1
8 Independiente 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Estudiantes L.P. 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Boca Juniors 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
11 Deportivo Riestra 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
12 Central Cordoba de Santiago 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
13 San Lorenzo 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
14 Talleres Cordoba 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
15 Instituto Cordoba 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
Clausura - Group B
1 Argentinos JRS 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
2 Belgrano Cordoba 1 1 0 0 2/1 3
3 Racing Club 1 1 0 0 2/1 3
4 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
5 Huracan 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
6 Barracas Central 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
7 Aldosivi 0 0 0 0 0/0 1
8 Atletico Tucuman 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Independ. Rivadavia 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Sarmiento Junin 1 0 0 1 2/3 0
11 Rosario Central 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
12 Gimnasia L.P. 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
13 Tigre 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
14 Banfield 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
15 River Plate 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
Away
Team Played Win Draw Loss GF/GA Points
Apertura - Group A
1 Estudiantes L.P. 8 4 3 1 8/3 31
2 Boca Juniors 8 5 1 2 14/6 30
3 Velez Sarsfield 8 3 4 1 9/6 28
4 Talleres Cordoba 9 3 4 2 8/8 26
5 Independiente 8 2 3 3 9/11 24
6 Lanus 8 3 2 3 9/10 24
7 San Lorenzo 8 2 5 1 4/3 22
8 Union Santa Fe 8 2 2 4 13/15 21
9 Instituto Cordoba 8 2 2 4 6/9 21
10 Defensa Y Justicia 8 3 2 3 11/11 19
11 Gimnasia M. 8 1 3 4 5/14 19
12 Platense 8 1 5 2 6/7 16
13 Central Cordoba de Santiago 8 0 3 5 1/12 16
14 Newells Old Boys 8 2 2 4 9/17 15
15 Deportivo Riestra 8 0 3 5 1/8 11
Apertura - Group B
1 Independ. Rivadavia 7 4 3 0 10/5 34
2 River Plate 8 4 2 2 8/4 29
3 Argentinos JRS 7 2 2 3 7/9 29
4 Rosario Central 8 4 2 2 10/9 28
5 Belgrano Cordoba 8 3 3 2 6/8 26
6 Gimnasia L.P. 8 4 1 3 8/9 26
7 Huracan 8 1 6 1 6/5 22
8 Racing Club 9 3 3 3 10/8 21
9 Barracas Central 8 2 4 2 6/7 21
10 Tigre 8 1 4 3 7/7 20
11 Sarmiento Junin 8 1 0 7 4/14 19
12 Banfield 8 1 1 6 7/13 18
13 Atletico Tucuman 8 1 0 7 7/14 14
14 Aldosivi 8 0 1 7 3/14 8
15 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 8 0 1 7 1/14 5
Clausura - Group A
1 Gimnasia M. 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
2 Lanus 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
3 Newells Old Boys 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
4 Velez Sarsfield 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
5 Platense 0 0 0 0 0/0 1
6 Union Santa Fe 1 0 1 0 2/2 1
7 Defensa Y Justicia 0 0 0 0 0/0 1
8 Independiente 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Estudiantes L.P. 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Boca Juniors 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
11 Deportivo Riestra 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
12 Central Cordoba de Santiago 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
13 San Lorenzo 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
14 Talleres Cordoba 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
15 Instituto Cordoba 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
Clausura - Group B
1 Argentinos JRS 1 1 0 0 3/2 3
2 Belgrano Cordoba 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
3 Racing Club 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
4 Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
5 Huracan 0 0 0 0 0/0 3
6 Barracas Central 1 1 0 0 1/0 3
7 Aldosivi 1 0 1 0 1/1 1
8 Atletico Tucuman 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
9 Independ. Rivadavia 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
10 Sarmiento Junin 0 0 0 0 0/0 0
11 Rosario Central 1 0 0 1 1/2 0
12 Gimnasia L.P. 1 0 0 1 1/2 0
13 Tigre 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
14 Banfield 1 0 0 1 0/1 0
15 River Plate 0 0 0 0 0/0 0

Argentine football pulses with attacking intent and emotional intensity. Historical averages show matches typically produce between 2.2 and 2.6 goals per game—slightly below European top-flight levels. Defensive organization has improved over time, yet the league's DNA favors creative freedom over rigid structure.

Home advantage runs strong in Argentina. La Bombonera, El Monumental, and provincial stadiums create atmospheres that genuinely affect outcomes. Home win rates historically hover around 45-50%, notably higher than many European leagues. Visiting teams face hostile crowds, altitude changes in certain regions, and travel fatigue across a vast country.

Yellow cards flow freely. Referees typically show 4-6 yellows per match. Physical tackling, tactical fouls to break counter-attacks, and emotional confrontations contribute to high card counts. Argentine derbies—Superclásico between Boca and River, plus countless regional rivalries—push these numbers even higher.

Betzoid tracks these patterns across multiple seasons. The data reveals consistent tendencies that inform betting decisions year after year, regardless of which clubs occupy top positions.

Best Markets for Liga Profesional Argentina Betting

Betting odds on Argentine football cover diverse markets. Some suit this league's characteristics better than others. Here's where experienced bettors focus their attention:

  • Match Result (1X2): Home favorites deliver value given Argentina's intense stadium atmospheres. Away wins remain riskier due to travel distances and hostile crowds.
  • Over/Under Goals: Over/under tips often target the 2.5 line. Matches between top attacking sides regularly breach this threshold, while relegation battles trend defensive.
  • Both Teams to Score: BTTS predictions work well in mid-table clashes. Neither side dominates defensively, creating open contests where both find the net.
  • Asian Handicaps: When elite clubs face provincial sides, handicap lines of -1.5 or higher offer alternatives to short odds. The gap between giants and smaller clubs remains pronounced.
  • Cards Markets: High baseline card counts make overs attractive. Derby fixtures and relegation six-pointers push totals into double figures combined.

Our analysis suggests avoiding corners markets—inconsistent patterns make predictions unreliable across Argentine football. For fantasy football enthusiasts, FanTeam offers daily contests covering South American fixtures.

Liga Profesional Argentina Players stats

Goals
Player Club Goals Penalties Matches
1 G. Ávalos Independiente 10 2 17
2 C. Tarragona Union Santa Fe 9 2 19
3 J. Caicedo Huracan 9 3 18
4 M. Torres Gimnasia L.P. 8 3 19
5 D. Romero Tigre 7 0 12
6 F. Sartori Independ. Rivadavia 7 0 16
7 J. Marabel Sarmiento Junin 7 2 17
8 M. Méndez Banfield 6 0 16
9 F. Monzón Velez Sarsfield 6 1 16
10 D. Aquino Lanus 5 0 14
11 M. Merentiel Boca Juniors 5 0 14
12 M. Abaldo Independiente 5 0 16
13 E. Copetti Rosario Central 5 0 17
14 S. Driussi River Plate 5 0 15
15 A. Módica Gimnasia M. 5 0 14
16 N. Fernández Belgrano Cordoba 5 1 20
17 Á. Di María Rosario Central 5 1 15
18 F. Colidio River Plate 5 1 17
19 A. Luna Instituto Cordoba 5 2 16
20 L. Díaz Atletico Tucuman 5 3 14
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Assists
Player Team Assists Matches
1 J. Palacios Union Santa Fe 6 18
2 L. Passerini Belgrano Cordoba 6 15
3 G. Ávalos Independiente 5 17
4 F. Lencioni Gimnasia M. 5 17
5 R. Profini Union Santa Fe 5 18
6 D. Valdés Velez Sarsfield 5 15
7 S. Villa Independ. Rivadavia 5 14
8 N. Fernández Belgrano Cordoba 4 20
9 Á. Di María Rosario Central 4 15
10 A. Molinas Defensa Y Justicia 4 15
11 S. Solari Racing Club 4 18
12 S. López Banfield 4 17
13 Ó. Cortés Huracan 4 17
14 G. Rojas Racing Club 4 14
15 J. Campaz Rosario Central 4 13
16 I. Abraham Banfield 4 17
17 R. Atencio Independ. Rivadavia 4 16
18 J. Marabel Sarmiento Junin 3 17
19 M. Méndez Banfield 3 16
20 F. Colidio River Plate 3 17
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Cards
Player Team Matches Minutes Red Yellow
1 M. Di Cesare Racing Club 15 1275 2 8
2 J. Insaurralde Sarmiento Junin 14 1259 2 6
3 N. Meriano Banfield 13 900 2 3
4 F. Saavedra Gimnasia M. 13 953 2 2
5 C. Ibáñez Huracan 17 1446 1 9
6 J. Goitía Deportivo Riestra 13 800 1 5
7 L. Morales Belgrano Cordoba 19 1606 1 4
8 E. Martínez Gimnasia L.P. 16 1430 1 4
9 L. Carrizo Huracan 14 1133 1 4
10 T. Palacios Estudiantes L.P. 12 1029 1 4
11 A. Martínez Racing Club 16 1338 1 3
12 F. Vera River Plate 16 1342 1 3
13 A. Fernández Racing Club 14 776 1 3
14 A. Méndez Newells Old Boys 14 1200 1 3
15 R. Botta Defensa Y Justicia 13 859 1 3
16 G. Maffini Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 12 998 1 3
17 M. Panaro Gimnasia L.P. 17 877 1 2
18 F. Colidio River Plate 16 1126 1 2
19 S. Sosa Defensa Y Justicia 16 1415 1 2
20 M. Rojo Racing Club 9 641 1 2
21 A. Maidana Talleres Cordoba 9 723 1 2
22 A. García Racing Club 7 521 1 2
23 J. Caicedo Huracan 18 1592 0 8
24 I. Fernández Gimnasia L.P. 17 1383 0 8
25 F. Álvarez Argentinos JRS 19 1800 0 7
26 A. Steimbach Gimnasia L.P. 18 1559 0 7
27 L. Vargas Union Santa Fe 18 1613 0 7
28 F. Ibarra Rosario Central 18 1634 0 7
29 M. Estigarribia Union Santa Fe 17 1340 0 7
30 R. Carrera Lanus 16 1074 0 7
31 M. Acuña River Plate 15 1064 0 7
32 L. Paredes Boca Juniors 15 1113 0 7
33 L. González Estudiantes L.P. 15 1231 0 7
34 L. Rivero River Plate 18 1651 0 6
35 S. Salle Sarmiento Junin 16 989 0 6
36 M. Fernández Independ. Rivadavia 15 1044 0 6
37 T. Gonzalez Estudiantes de Rio Cuarto 15 1075 0 6
38 A. Max Gimnasia L.P. 15 1253 0 6
39 A. Maciel Central Cordoba de Santiago 15 1374 0 6
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Tips for Betting on Argentine Football

Successful betting on this league accounts for factors unique to the competition. Apply these principles when evaluating match odds:

  • Respect Home Advantage: Provincial clubs punch above their weight at home. Backing away favorites blindly burns bankrolls. Look for home underdogs with solid defensive records.
  • Monitor Continental Commitments: Clubs in Copa Libertadores face brutal midweek schedules. Squad rotation before league matches creates value on opponents, especially in domestic fixtures following long continental trips.
  • Track Relegation Math: The averages system means clubs can enter seasons already fighting for survival. Desperation changes playing styles—expect defensive setups and low-scoring matches from threatened teams.
  • Value Late-Tournament Pressure: Short tournament formats mean each matchday carries playoff-like tension. Match predictions should account for motivation levels—a mid-table side with nothing to play for differs vastly from one chasing continental spots.
  • Weather and Altitude: Summer fixtures in northern Argentina see temperatures exceeding 35°C. Games slow, intensity drops, and unders become more viable. High-altitude venues in northwestern provinces affect visiting players.

Betting on Argentine football rewards those who embrace its chaotic nature rather than fight it. Bettors exploring new sportsbooks like Talksport Bet will find competitive odds on South American fixtures.

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Bet Responsibly

Argentine football delivers drama and unpredictability. That excitement should enhance entertainment, not create financial stress. Set strict bankroll limits before placing any wager. Never chase losses after a bad weekend—the next round arrives quickly.

Take breaks between betting periods. Step away when emotions run high, especially during derby weeks. If gambling stops feeling enjoyable, support resources exist through organizations like GamCare and Gambling Therapy. Responsible betting ensures you can enjoy Argentine football for seasons to come.

Argentine football's competitive balance and high-stakes atmospheres create genuine value across multiple betting markets. Whether you're targeting favorites or seeking odds on unpredictable away results, consistent research into team news and historical matchups builds your edge. Odds refresh regularly here—return before each matchday for updated analysis. Always stake within your limits and treat betting as entertainment, not income.