Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Argentine Primera División match.
Neither side has made a convincing start to the season: Godoy Cruz have drawn their last three matches, while Gimnasia y Esgrima have picked up just one win from their opening three fixtures. Both sides are in need of a result, particularly Godoy Cruz, who have the advantage of playing at home.
Godoy Cruz
Godoy Cruz remain unbeaten, though they have settled for five consecutive draws in competitive matches. Godoy Cruz do not appear fatigued or disorganised — instead, they are struggling with composure and clinical finishing in the final third. In two recent goalless draws against Talleres de Córdoba and Club Atlético Sarmiento, they generated more than 1.1 xG in each outing. Historically, they hold the upper hand over Gimnasia y Esgrima, having won two of their last three meetings — both at home — with an aggregate score of 6:0.
Gimnasia y Esgrima
Gimnasia y Esgrima have had a more turbulent start to the Clausura. They began with a 0:1 loss to Instituto Atlético Central Córdoba, followed by a goalless draw with Club Atlético San Lorenzo de Almagro, and managed a narrow 1:0 victory over Club Atlético Independiente. However, that lone win does little to instil confidence, particularly as the squad travel to Mendoza with seven players sidelined through injury. Their away form is also a concern — five defeats and one draw from their last six matches on the road. They have scored just once in their three matches this season.
Godoy Cruz vs Gimnasia y Esgrima Prediction
Given the visitors’ injury struggles, poor away performances, and a six-match unbeaten run for Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba, the hosts appear well positioned to extend their positive form. While Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba are unlikely to lose, a low-scoring contest is expected, as both teams have found goals hard to come by in the early rounds.
