The Diego Armando Maradona stadium hosts a tightly-contested Apertura Round of 16 matchup between Argentinos Juniors and Lanus. Both teams arrive with recent inconsistencies but feature standout players who can shift the momentum. Tomas Molina, with two goals in his last three appearances for Argentinos, and Agustín Cardozo for Lanus, whose work rate stands out in midfield, are key figures to monitor. Both teams field reliable goalkeepers: Brayan Cortés for Argentinos and Nahuel Losada for Lanus, each with four appearances in their last five games.
Hot stat: Lanus have managed just one goal in their last five matches, despite taking 53 shots—a clear sign of finishing issues that have affected their results.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Argentine Primera Division 2026, Apertura Round of 16 |
| 🏟 Venue: | Diego Armando Maradona, Buenos Aires |
| 🗓️ Date: | 10.05.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 02:30 CEST |
Argentinos Juniors vs Lanus prediction
We predict Argentinos Juniors to win this match. The home side combines a stronger win rate in the last 30 days (50% vs Lanus’ 38%), superior attacking output, and a positive head-to-head record in recent encounters. Lanus, plagued by finishing problems and inconsistency in midfield, face a disciplined Argentinos side that scores when it matters and creates chances efficiently. The best value lies with the home win, considering Argentinos’ edge in both conversion and defensive organization.
Argentinos Juniors play with a 4-2-3-1, emphasizing controlled possession and quick transitions. Their 14 yellow cards in the last five games hint at an aggressive pressing style but not reckless play. Lanus, also in a 4-2-3-1, rely on volume—53 shots taken in the same period—but suffer from low conversion, a factor amplified by 12 yellow cards and 58 fouls, suggesting potential discipline problems. Expect a physical match, with both teams looking to control the midfield and force turnovers.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Under 2.5 goals |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Argentinos Juniors’ most recent outing was a 0-2 loss to Gimnasia LP. The side failed to find the net despite 40 shots in their last five games and a season win rate of 47%. They often press aggressively, as shown by their 50 fouls and 14 yellow cards, but still maintain high passing accuracy and create more corners (27). Recent wins over Huracan and Atletico Tucuman show their ability to bounce back after setbacks.
Lanus come off a dismal 0-4 defeat to Always Ready, reflecting their struggle to convert shots into goals. Their 38% win rate over the last month and only one goal in five matches reveal problems in both creation and finishing. Despite racking up 53 shots and 41 interceptions, the lack of end product keeps them from capitalizing on midfield dominance. Earlier, a goalless draw with Deportivo Riestra and a narrow win over LDU Quito hint at defensive solidity but little attacking spark.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Argentinos Juniors | Lanus |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 1 |
| Total shots | 12 | 7 |
| Free kicks | 9 | 10 |
| Corner kicks | 6 | 4 |
| Total fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 85 | 82 |
| Interceptions | 11 | 9 |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Argentinos Juniors vs Lanus stats page for more info.

Lanus. Source: Official Website
Pre-game odds and win probability: Argentinos Juniors the favourite
- Moneyline Argentinos Juniors 1.93 | Lanus 4.20
- Draw 3.20
- Over/Under Over 2.5 2.40 | Under 2.5 1.56
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 2.10 | No 1.70
Bookmakers favor Argentinos Juniors with a 49% win probability. The home win odds offer decent value given Lanus’ scoring issues and Argentinos’ better form. Draw odds sit at 3.20, reflecting the possibility of a stalemate given both sides’ recent inconsistency. The Over/Under line at 2.5 goals skews strongly to the under, which fits both teams’ defensive orientation and Lanus’ lack of goals. Both teams to score at 2.10 (yes) and 1.70 (no) shows greater confidence in at least one clean sheet, aligning with our prediction.
Possible Starting Lineups
Argentinos Juniors possible starting eleven
- GK: Brayan Cortés
- DF: Sebastián Prieto, Erik Godoy, Francisco Fabián Álvarez, Kevin Coronel
- MF: Alan Lescano, Federico Fattori, Nicolas Oroz
- FW: Tomas Molina, Iván Morales, Facundo Valentín Jainikoski
Brayan Cortés is the clear choice in goal, starting each of the last four matches. Defensive stability comes from Prieto, Godoy, Álvarez, and Coronel—all regulars recently. Fattori and Lescano anchor the midfield, with Oroz pushing forward. Molina leads the attack, supported by Morales and Jainikoski. The likely 4-2-3-1 setup gives the side flexibility and structure, with Prieto and Molina the players to watch for their impact at both ends.
Lanus possible starting eleven
- GK: Nahuel Hernan Losada
- DF: José Canale, Carlos Izquierdoz, Sasha Julian Marcich, Gonzalo German Perez Corbalan
- MF: Felipe Peña Biafore, Ramiro Carrera, Marcelino Moreno, Matías Sepúlveda, Diego Agustín Medina
- FW: Agustín Cardozo
Losada is a lock for goalkeeper, ever-present in recent matches. The defensive core—Canale, Izquierdoz, Marcich, Perez Corbalan—brings reliability and experience. Biafore, Carrera, Moreno, Sepúlveda, and Medina offer work rate in midfield. Cardozo, the only recent goalscorer, starts up top. Lanus will likely use a 4-2-3-1, but midfield rotation could be high given their recent struggles in creativity.
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Argentinos Juniors. Source: Official Website
TipsGG Match Prediction
We predict Argentinos Juniors to win, most likely by a one-goal margin. The hosts have shown resilience, a slightly sharper attack, and better discipline. Lanus’ inability to turn possession and shots into goals has cost them repeatedly. To be honest, unless Lanus solve their attacking problems overnight, Argentinos will capitalize on their home advantage and recent momentum. Perhaps a 1-0 or 2-0 result is on the cards, with Tomas Molina poised to be decisive.
