Club Libertad
Football Copa Libertadores Estadio Tigo La Huerta Fri 15 Aug 08:30
CA River Plate
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Squads
  7. Table

Copa Libertadores Betting Preview: Libertad vs River Plate

Paraguayan Primera División side Libertad host Argentine Primera División club River Plate at Estadio Tigo La Huerta in the first leg of this Copa Libertadores round of 16 tie, with kick-off set for 08:30 on Friday 15 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Oppose a High-Scoring Game

We’re not anticipating that the net will be found too many times, with Under 2.5 Goals expected when Libertad and River Plate lock horns. This Total Goals prediction affords us attractive betting odds of 1.53.

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River Beat Libertad in their Last H2H Battle

Libertad faced Recoleta at home when last in action. It was a 1-1 Paraguayan Primera División draw.

River Plate drew on the road in their previous game. A 0-0 Argentine Primera División scoreline was played out against Independiente. Los Millonarios had one shot on goal and 49% possession.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last clash between River and Libertad saw the former win at home. It was a 2-0 scoreline.

Copa Libertadores G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 River Plate logo River Plate 6 3 3 0 13 7 6 13:7 12
2 Libertad logo Libertad 6 2 3 1 6 5 1 6:5 9
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Confirmed Lineups

Libertad confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Martin Silva (GK), Robert Rojas, Diego Viera, Nestor Gimenez, Ivan Ramirez, Lucas Sanabria, Alvaro Campuzano, Lorenzo Melgarejo, Ivan Franco, Hugo Fernandez, Gustavo Aguilar.

River Plate confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Franco Armani (GK), Gonzalo Montiel, Sebastian Boselli, Paulo Diaz, Marcos Acuna, Kevin Castano, Enzo Perez, Matias Galarza, Santiago Lencina, Miguel Borja, Facundo Colidio.

Libertad vs River Plate Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Libertad vs River Plate betting tips provide expert coverage of all major angles, including our main match prediction, top player prop picks, correct score recommendation and best bet builder insights.

Match Prediction

We can’t resist the opportunity to back Under 2.5 for this Copa Libertadores encounter. This wager gives us the opportunity to land odds of 1.53 and we feel confident of securing a return.

We’re constantly keeping tabs on the Copa Libertadores team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.

Key Libertad vs River Plate Copa Libertadores & league stats:

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 16 of the last 20 Libertad games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Libertad games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 River games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 River games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 River games.

Under 2.5 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 65.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 70-75%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Correct Score Prediction

Libertad Libertad logo 0 - 1 River logo River

River are available at 5.40 when it comes to them winning 1-0. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Maximiliano Salas Over 0.5 Shots On Target

Maximiliano Salas (River) can be wagered at 1.66 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.

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Franco Mastantuono to Score

Franco Mastantuono (River) has netted three goals in his past six games. We’ll take a chance at 3.55 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look really appealing.

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5
Full-Time Result River
Shots On Target Maximiliano Salas Over 0.5

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Libertad vs River Plate Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

River Could Have Edge According to Bookies

River Plate are available at 1.91 to come away with a triumph in this Copa Libertadores clash, meaning a 52% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. Libertad are seen as the most unlikely winner at 4.50.

There are different ways to bet on River including the Asian Handicap -0.5 market. This option is 1.90, although Libertad +0.5 is a viable alternative at 1.90 and you can cheer on the draw with the latter.

A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. A viable alternative is betting the BTTS market and opting for the 1.62 about Both Teams to Score No.

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Miguel Borja Top of First Goalscorer List

There is 3.10 available that Miguel Borja finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure 5.20.

Player Goals
Miguel Borja (River)
Maximiliano Salas (River)
Facundo Colidio (River)
Franco Mastantuono (River)
Player Shots On Target
Miguel Borja (River)
Facundo Colidio (River)
Sebastián Driussi (River)
Franco Mastantuono (River)
Player Shots
Miguel Borja (River)
Facundo Colidio (River)
Sebastián Driussi (River)
Maximiliano Salas (River)
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Team Stats

Latest Copa Libertadores and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Libertad logo Libertad Stats
River Plate logo River Plate Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
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Libertad vs River Plate Lineups & Team News

The Libertad vs River team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the Copa Libertadores, along with current injury news.

Libertad Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

River Plate Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Libertad Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Martin Silva
3 Robert Rojas 5 Diego Viera 4 Nestor Gimenez 2 Ivan Ramirez
21 Lucas Sanabria 6 Alvaro Campuzano
10 Lorenzo Melgarejo 18 Ivan Franco 20 Hugo Fernandez
11 Gustavo Aguilar
1 Franco Armani
4 Gonzalo Montiel 14 Sebastian Boselli 17 Paulo Diaz 21 Marcos Acuna
22 Kevin Castano 24 Enzo Perez 23 Matias Galarza
39 Santiago Lencina 9 Miguel Borja 11 Facundo Colidio

River Plate Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Libertad Substitutes

  • 7Oscar Cardozo
  • 15Angel Lucena
  • 19Jorge Recalde
  • 22Hugo Martinez
  • 24Roque Santa Cruz
  • 26Hernesto Caballero
  • 27Miguel Jacquet
  • 28Marcelo Fernandez
  • 29Victor Rojas
  • 35Aaron Troche
  • 40Thiago Fernandez
  • 42Joaquin Bogarin

River Plate Substitutes

  • 5Juan Carlos Portillo
  • 10Juan Quintero
  • 15Sebastian Driussi
  • 16Fabricio Bustos
  • 18Gonzalo Martinez
  • 20Milton Casco
  • 25Jeremias Ledesma
  • 26Ignacio Fernandez
  • 34Giuliano Galoppo
  • 36Ulises Gimenez
  • 38Ian Subiabre
  • 41Santiago Beltran

Previous Libertad Lineups

11 Aug Primera División
Libertad 1-1 Recoleta
05 Aug Primera División
Sportivo Ameliano 0-4 Libertad
01 Aug Primera División
Libertad 3-1 Atletico Tembetary
27 Jul Primera División
Sportivo Trinidense 0-2 Libertad
20 Jul Primera División
Libertad 0-1 Nacional
12 Jul Primera División
2 de Mayo 0-0 Libertad

Previous River Plate Lineups

10 Aug Primera División
Independiente 0-0 River Plate
03 Aug Copa Argentina
San Martin de Tucuman 0-3 River Plate
28 Jul Primera División
River Plate 0-0 San Lorenzo
20 Jul Primera División
Instituto 0-4 River Plate
14 Jul Primera División
River Plate 3-1 Platense
26 Jun FIFA Club World Cup
Inter Milan 2-0 River Plate
Team Squads
CONMEBOL FlagCopa Libertadores Table
Copa Libertadores Group A
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Estudiantes 6 4 0 2 11:5 12
2 Botafogo 6 4 0 2 8:5 12
3 U. de Chile 6 3 1 2 8:6 10
4 Carabobo FC 6 0 1 5 2:13 1
Copa Libertadores Group B
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 River Plate 6 3 3 0 13:7 12
2 Universitario 6 2 2 2 4:4 8
3 IDV 6 2 2 2 8:11 8
4 Barcelona 6 1 1 4 4:7 4
Copa Libertadores Group C
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 LDU Quito 6 3 2 1 8:4 11
2 Flamengo 6 3 2 1 6:3 11
3 Central Córdoba 6 3 2 1 7:7 11
4 Deportivo Táchira 6 0 0 6 4:11 0
Copa Libertadores Group D
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 São Paulo 6 4 2 0 10:4 14
2 Libertad 6 2 3 1 6:5 9
3 Alianza Lima 6 1 2 3 7:11 5
4 Talleres 6 1 1 4 5:8 4
Copa Libertadores Group E
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Racing Club 6 4 1 1 14:3 13
2 Fortaleza 6 2 2 2 8:5 8
3 Bucaramanga 6 1 3 2 6:10 6
4 Colo-Colo 6 1 2 3 5:15 5
Copa Libertadores Group F
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Internacional 6 3 2 1 12:8 11
2 Atlético Nacional 6 3 0 3 7:6 9
3 Bahia 6 2 1 3 5:7 7
4 Nacional 6 2 1 3 7:10 7
Copa Libertadores Group G
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Palmeiras 6 6 0 0 17:4 18
2 Cerro Porteño 6 2 1 3 7:11 7
3 Bolivar 6 2 0 4 12:11 6
4 Sporting Cristal 6 1 1 4 6:16 4
Copa Libertadores Group H
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Vélez Sarsfield 6 3 2 1 11:4 11
2 Peñarol 6 3 2 1 9:4 11
3 San Antonio Bulo Bulo 6 2 0 4 5:15 6
4 Olimpia 6 1 2 3 9:11 5