Estudiantes and Universidad Católica are set to face off in La Plata this Tuesday at 8:30 PM EST for a crucial Copa Libertadores round of 16 clash.
The Argentine side, Estudiantes, advanced to the knockout stage after finishing second in Group A with nine points, behind Flamengo. The club from La Plata is currently experiencing a mixed run of form, sitting 13th in Group A of the Argentine league's Clausura phase.
In contrast, Universidad Católica secured their spot by topping Group D with 13 points, finishing ahead of Brazilian powerhouse Cruzeiro. Currently third in the Chilean league, the team now shifts its focus back to the Libertadores, aiming for a strong result on the road.
Estudiantes vs. Universidad Católica Head-to-Head and Recent Form
Estudiantes has a perfect record against Universidad Católica in official competitions, having won both legs of their 1969 Libertadores semifinal matchup.
Estudiantes has struggled recently, losing five of their last eight matches while winning three.
Universidad Católica enters the match in excellent form, boasting 10 wins, one draw, and only two losses in their last 13 games.
Estudiantes vs. Universidad Católica Betting Odds
Estudiantes | Universidad Católica | |
To Win | -163 | +450 |
To Win or Draw | -700 | +125 |
To Draw | +300 | |
*Odds are subject to change.
Estudiantes vs. Universidad Católica Expected Lineups
Estudiantes (4-3-3):
Coach: Alexander Medina
Fabricio Iacovich; Eros Mancuso, Ramiro Funes Mori, Valente Pierani, Joaquín Pereyra; Santiago Núñez, Facundo Farías, José Sosa; Gabriel Neves, Edwuin Cetré, and Adolfo Gaich.
Universidad Católica (4-3-3):
Coach: Daniel Garnero
Vicente Bernedo; Branco Ampuero, Juan Díaz, Eugenio Mena, Francisco Daza; Jhojan Valencia, Diego Corral, Cristian Cuevas; Fernando Zuqui, Justo Giani, and Fernando Zampedri.
How to Watch Estudiantes vs. Universidad Católica in the USA
Fans in the United States of America can watch the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 matchup on beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Español. Streaming will be available on Fubo and Fanatiz.
Fans can also watch the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 on bet365's Live Streaming Service (Must have a funded bet365 account).
The match will kickoff at 8:30 PM ET (5:30 PM PT).
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