Fixture between Colon de Santa Fe & Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza is shaping to be one of those spectacles where momentum flies out the window. Starting
Colon de Santa Fe’s been hot and cold, their displays fluctuating from brilliant to head-scratching. Meanwhile, Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza’s fighting through a slump, their defense looking shaky.
Checking past meetings, it’s a mixed bag. Colon de Santa Fe’s taken the advantage lately, but the game’s got a terrible memory.
Personal take: Each teams’ve got issues. Colon de Santa Fe’s midfield’s stuttering, while Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza’s frontline needs a cutting edge.
Across the Primera Nacional, this fixture carries greater importance. The league’s battle for continental qualification means every result matters, and both teams know a strong showing here could change narratives in the rankings. Recent form in the Primera Nacional suggests neither side can afford slip-ups, making this contest even more compelling.
Still, there’s a feeling about this one—maybe, it’s the fixture where someone becomes a hero.
Final thought: This ain't just another fixture—it's must-watch action with ramifications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.From the better box:
If you’re putting money on this one, here’s the no-bull take.
Colon de Santa Fe at 2.87 to win feels slightly short given their inconsistencies in the Primera Nacional this term. Their underlying numbers suggest they’re overperforming — stats nerds would avoid.
Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza’s 2.84 line intrigues, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his cold streak.
The smart money’ll likely target the Draw 2.83 — these derbies often play out tight, and occasion can kill attacking flow.
Over the last games Colon de Santa Fe holds victories - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: victories - 2, losses - 2 and draws - 1. Based on this data a conclusion can be made that Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza at the moment is in better form, in comparison to Colon de Santa Fe.
Colon de Santa Fe: Central Norte Salta – (Win 3:4), Almirante Brown – (Win 1:0), Chaco For Ever – (Loss 2:0), Atlético Mitre – (Loss 0:1), Nueva Chicago – (Loss 1:0).
Atletico Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza: Temperley – (Loss 0:1), Defensores Unidos – (Win 0:1), Estudiantes – (Win 1:0), Independiente – (Loss 1:2), Talleres de Remedios – (Draw 1:1).