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Talleres Cordoba and Atletico Tucuman face off in the Copa Argentina Round of 32 at Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium. Both sides enter this knockout stage seeking a statement win, but key stats set a clear context: Talleres, under Jeff Strasser, show greater squad depth and attacking variety. Atletico Tucuman, managed by Julio César Falcioni, struggle for consistency, but have upset potential. Rick Lima stands out as Talleres’ most threatening forward, while Iván Tesuri’s recent goal involvement makes him Tucuman’s focal point in attack. Guido Herrera, Talleres’ keeper, has delivered critical saves and remains a pivotal figure for maintaining defensive solidity.
Hot stat: Talleres Cordoba have registered 49 total shots over their last five matches—more than double Atletico Tucuman’s 21. This attacking volume directly impacts expected goal output for this clash.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Copa Argentina 2026, Round of 32 |
| 🏟 Venue: | Mario Alberto Kempes, Cordoba |
| 🗓️ Date: | 20.05.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 22:00 CEST |
Talleres Cordoba vs Atletico Tucuman prediction
We predict Talleres Cordoba to win in regular time. Their superior world ranking, higher win rate (44% vs 32% for Tucuman this year), and clear advantage in chance creation (49 shots in five games) mark them as the stronger side. Talleres’ ability to press and dominate possession, evidenced by 1196 completed passes in their last five matches (versus Tucuman’s 417), suggests they will control midfield exchanges.
Expect a physical encounter: Talleres average 46 fouls and 11 yellow cards over five games, indicating aggressive pressing and tactical fouls. Tucuman, with 35 fouls and only 2 yellows, display a less combative approach but risk losing midfield battles. Talleres’ pressing style may disrupt Tucuman’s build-up play and force turnovers, feeding their front line. Pass accuracy also highlights the gap (Talleres 78.3%, Tucuman 68.6%), pointing toward better retention and transition play for the home side.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Atletico Tucuman Under 1.5 shots on target |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Talleres Cordoba Over 6.5 |
Team Analysis
Talleres Cordoba’s recent run signals stability and attacking intent. Their last match, a 0-1 home loss to Belgrano, showed some inefficiency in front of goal but also their persistent shot creation and territorial dominance. In prior matches, they notched victories over Deportivo Riestra (2-0) and Defensa y Justicia (2-1), both times converting sustained pressure into results. Strasser’s side regularly field a 4-2-3-1 formation, maximizing midfield coverage and wide play, with Rick Lima and Ronaldo Martinez contributing most of the attacking workload.
Atletico Tucuman’s recent form is less convincing. Their most recent result, a 1-0 win over River Plate, stands out as an outlier amid otherwise mediocre outcomes—draws against Banfield (1-1) and Tigre (0-0), and a defeat to Argentinos Juniors (0-1). Falcioni’s men also employ a 4-2-3-1, but lack the passing accuracy and shot output to threaten consistently. Franco Nicola and Iván Tesuri provide the spark up front, yet overall output lags behind the hosts.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Talleres Cordoba | Atletico Tucuman |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 1 | 4 |
| Total shots | 49 | 21 |
| Free kicks | 1 | 0 |
| Corner kicks | 13 | 4 |
| Total fouls | 46 | 35 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 78.3 | 68.6 |
| Interceptions | 31 | 28 |
| Offsides | 5 | 3 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Talleres Cordoba vs Atletico Tucuman stats page for more info.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Talleres Cordoba the favourite
- Moneyline Talleres Cordoba XXXX | Atletico Tucuman XXXX
- Draw XXXX
- Over/Under Over 2.5 XXXX | Under 2.5 XXXX
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes XXXX | No XXXX
Oddsmakers mark Talleres as favourites. Their dominance in possession, superior shot volume, and form justify this. Tucuman’s underdog role is underscored by a 25% win rate in the last month and a world ranking gap of 275 positions. Talleres’ aggressive pressing and technical superiority point to a low-scoring win for the hosts, with little evidence supporting a Tucuman upset.
Possible Starting Lineups
Talleres Cordoba possible starting eleven
- GK: Guido Herrera
- DF: Matías Catalán, Alex Vigo, Augusto Schott, José Luis Palomino
- MF: Matias Alejandro Galarza, Mateo Caceres, Franco Cristaldo, Giovanni Baroni
- FW: Rick Lima, Ronaldo Martinez
Herrera is the reliable presence in goal. The back four of Catalán, Vigo, Schott, and Palomino offers defensive stability and ability to launch attacks. Galarza and Caceres anchor midfield, with Cristaldo and Baroni pushing forward. Rick Lima leads the attack alongside Ronaldo Martinez, both in strong scoring form. Strasser should persist with a 4-2-3-1, maximizing control and transitions.
Atletico Tucuman possible starting eleven
- GK: Luis Ingolotti
- DF: Maximiliano Villa, Ignacio Galvan, Clever Domingo Ferreira Ñamandu, Gaston Suso
- MF: Lautaro Godoy, César Leonel Vega, Iván Tesuri, Kevin Ortiz
- FW: Franco Nicola, Leandro Díaz
Ingolotti is expected between the sticks. Defensively, Villa, Galvan, Ñamandu, and Suso make up a solid but not always reliable line. In midfield, Godoy and Vega will need to disrupt Talleres’ rhythm. Tesuri and Ortiz support attacks, but much depends on Nicola and Díaz for goals. Tucuman will likely match the 4-2-3-1 formation but struggle to control possession or generate sustained pressure.
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Talleres Cordoba. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
We predict a narrow Talleres Cordoba win, most likely a 1-0 or 2-0. Talleres’ higher shot count and midfield dominance should see them control play, limit Tucuman’s chances, and find the net at least once. Tucuman’s lack of attacking output and passing inefficiency reduce their upset potential. We suggest focusing on unders markets and home win bets for maximum value.
