Banfield vs Newell's Old Boys: match statistics
Banfield appears to have the advantage in this match, despite both teams showing poor form. The hosts have won 33% of their home games and have a goal difference of -1, while Newell's Old Boys have not won a single away match this season, conceding an average of 1.67 goals per game. xG statistics show that Banfield creates more chances at home (1.45 xG) compared to Newell's away (0.95 xG). A key factor is that the visitors have not earned a single point in away matches, which with a 67% loss rate makes them a clear underdog. Banfield also holds an advantage in average shots (13 vs 7.67) and ball possession (46% vs 39%), which should translate into match control and a greater chance of victory.
Banfield vs Newell's Old Boys: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Banfield played against Newell's Old Boys in Primera División (Argentina). The game was played on February 21, 2026. Final score: 3:0.
Recent form
Banfield has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Newell's Old Boys has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses, with 0.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Banfield scores 0.60 goals per game and allows 1.20. Newell's Old Boys scores 1.00 and allows 1.80. Games in this league average 1.90 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 40% of Banfield's games and 80% of Newell's Old Boys's. The Over 2.5 rates are 20% and 40%, compared with league averages of 45% for BTTS and 33% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Newell's Old Boys has the higher season xG average, 1.38 to 1.25 per game. Banfield takes 10.8 shots per game, while Newell's Old Boys takes 11.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Banfield leads at halftime in 0% of its games and scores 0.60 goals per game after halftime. Newell's Old Boys leads at halftime in 0% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Banfield's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (2 goals). For Newell's Old Boys, it is minutes 76-90+ (5 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 1.90 goals. Both teams score in 45% of games, and 33% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 3 previous meetings were available. The record was 3 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.67 goals, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Banfield appears to have the advantage in this match, despite both teams showing poor form. The hosts have won 33% of their home games and have a goal difference of -1, while Newell's Old Boys have not won a single away match this season, conceding an average of 1.67 goals per game. xG statistics show that Banfield creates more chances at home (1.45 xG) compared to Newell's away (0.95 xG). A key factor is that the visitors have not earned a single point in away matches, which with a 67% loss rate makes them a clear underdog. Banfield also holds an advantage in average shots (13 vs 7.67) and ball possession (46% vs 39%), which should translate into match control and a greater chance of victory.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Banfield | Newell's Old Boys | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.20 | 0.26 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Banfield is 100% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Banfield · 0.4 pts / game - Newell's Old Boys
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Newell's Old Boys is 67% better for: goals scored per game.
0.6 goals / game - Banfield · 1 goals / game - Newell's Old Boys
Banfield is 50% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.2 goals / game - Banfield · 1.8 goals / game - Newell's Old Boys
Banfield scores in 40% of games (2 of 5 meczów), while Newell's Old Boys keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 5 meczów).
Newell's Old Boys scores in 80% of games (4 of 5 meczów), while Banfield keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 5 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Banfield
Over / Under - Newell's Old Boys
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Banfield is 100% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.4 pts / game - Banfield · 0.2 pts / game - Newell's Old Boys
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Banfield - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Newell's Old Boys - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 100% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -4 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.20 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -5 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (2 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (5 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Banfield
Newell's Old Boys
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Primera División).
Teams vs league
| Banfield | Liga | Newell's Old Boys | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 1.80 | 1.90 | ▲ 2.80 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 40% | 45% | ▲ 80% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 20% | 33% | ▲ 40% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 35% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 60% | 55% | ▲ 80% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 60% | 71% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Banfield's perspective: 3 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses against Newell's Old Boys. Games average 2.67 goals, and both teams scored in 33% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Banfield vs Newell's Old Boys?
The Primera División match finished Banfield 3:0 Newell's Old Boys. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Banfield and Newell's Old Boys?
In the last 3 head-to-head matches Banfield won 3, Newell's Old Boys won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.67 goals, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Banfield vs Newell's Old Boys?
Banfield score 0.60 goals per game on average and Newell's Old Boys 1.00. The Primera División average is 1.90 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 33% of games. Both teams score in 40% of Banfield's matches and 80% of Newell's Old Boys's.
What form are Banfield and Newell's Old Boys in?
Over the last 5 games Banfield have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Newell's Old Boys 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Banfield vs Newell's Old Boys?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.