Instituto vs Central Córdoba SdE: match statistics
Despite poor form in their last five matches, Instituto displays clearly superior offensive statistics at home compared to Central Córdoba's away performances. The hosts average 1 goal per home game with 4.5 shots on target and an xG of 1.46, while the visitors in away matches average 0 goals, a mere 2.5 shots on target, and an xG of just 0.88. Central Córdoba has failed to score in either of their two away matches this season (FTS% 100%), which constitutes a major offensive weakness. Although both teams have an identical goal difference (-1) in their respective contexts, Instituto possesses greater potential for creating chances. Considering the home side's advantage in ball possession (49% vs 43%) and significantly better xG statistics, Instituto has a real chance to break through and secure three points, although their low efficiency and form could also lead to a draw.
Instituto vs Central Córdoba SdE: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Instituto played against Central Córdoba SdE in Primera División (Argentina). The game was played on February 16, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Instituto has 0 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.25 points per game. Central Córdoba SdE has 1 win, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Instituto scores 0.75 goals per game and allows 1.50. Central Córdoba SdE scores 0.25 and allows 0.50. Games in this league average 1.92 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Instituto's games and 0% of Central Córdoba SdE's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 0%, compared with league averages of 46% for BTTS and 35% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Instituto has the higher season xG average, 1.45 to 1.21 per game. Instituto takes 11.3 shots per game, while Central Córdoba SdE takes 9.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Instituto leads at halftime in 25% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Central Córdoba SdE leads at halftime in 0% and scores 0.25 after halftime.
When the teams score
Instituto's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (1 goals). For Central Córdoba SdE, it is minutes 76-90+ (1 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 1.92 goals. Both teams score in 46% of games, and 35% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
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
Despite poor form in their last five matches, Instituto displays clearly superior offensive statistics at home compared to Central Córdoba's away performances. The hosts average 1 goal per home game with 4.5 shots on target and an xG of 1.46, while the visitors in away matches average 0 goals, a mere 2.5 shots on target, and an xG of just 0.88. Central Córdoba has failed to score in either of their two away matches this season (FTS% 100%), which constitutes a major offensive weakness. Although both teams have an identical goal difference (-1) in their respective contexts, Instituto possesses greater potential for creating chances. Considering the home side's advantage in ball possession (49% vs 43%) and significantly better xG statistics, Instituto has a real chance to break through and secure three points, although their low efficiency and form could also lead to a draw.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
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
| Instituto | Central Córdoba SdE | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 42% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.16 | 0.08 |
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.
Central Córdoba SdE is 300% better for: last-5 form.
0.25 pts / game - Instituto · 1 pts / game - Central Córdoba SdE
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.
Instituto is 200% better for: goals scored per game.
0.75 goals / game - Instituto · 0.25 goals / game - Central Córdoba SdE
Central Córdoba SdE is 200% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.5 goals / game - Instituto · 0.5 goals / game - Central Córdoba SdE
Instituto scores in 50% of games (2 of 4 meczów), while Central Córdoba SdE keeps a clean sheet in 50% (2 of 4 meczów).
Central Córdoba SdE scores in 25% of games (1 of 4 meczów), while Instituto keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 4 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 - Instituto
Over / Under - Central Córdoba SdE
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.
Instituto is 67% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.25 pts / game - Instituto · 0.75 pts / game - Central Córdoba SdE
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Instituto - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 0%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 1.0 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Central Córdoba SdE - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.25 | 0.25 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 1.3 |
| Average goals per game | 0.5 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 50% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 50% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 25% |
| Clean sheet | 75% | 0% |
| No goal | 75% | 50% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.75 | 1.25 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Average goals per game | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| 1 goal | 25% | 50% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 75% | 75% |
| No goal | 100% | 75% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
* 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 16-30 (1 goal). Concedes most in 61-75 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (1 goal). Concedes most in 0-15 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - 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
Instituto
Central Córdoba SdE
* 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
| Instituto | Liga | Central Córdoba SdE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.25 | 1.92 | ▼ 0.75 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 46% | ▼ 0% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 50% | 35% | ▼ 0% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 35% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 50% | 56% | ▼ 25% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 72% | ▼ 50% |
^ 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
Substitutes
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.
FAQ
What was the result of Instituto vs Central Córdoba SdE?
The Primera División match finished Instituto 2:0 Central Córdoba SdE. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Instituto vs Central Córdoba SdE?
Instituto score 0.75 goals per game on average and Central Córdoba SdE 0.25. The Primera División average is 1.92 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 35% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Instituto's matches and 0% of Central Córdoba SdE's.
What form are Instituto and Central Córdoba SdE in?
Over the last 5 games Instituto have a 0-1-3 record (0.25 points per game) and Central Córdoba SdE 1-1-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Instituto vs Central Córdoba SdE?
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.