Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia: match statistics
Statistical analysis points to a closely contested match with a slight edge for a draw. Newell's Old Boys are in poor home form (0% wins in home matches, 100% draws), yet they create more chances (on average 12 shots, 4 on target) and have a better xG (1.53 vs 0.96). Defensa y Justicia are unbeaten away (50% wins, 50% draws, 100% clean sheets), but they adopt a very defensive approach (averaging 0.5 goals per game). The hosts cannot win at home but do not lose either, which, coupled with the visitors' defensive stance, suggests another draw. The key will be whether Newell's can capitalize on their possession advantage (51%) and xG, or if Defensa's solid defense (0 goals conceded away) will once again keep a clean sheet.
Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Newell's Old Boys played against Defensa y Justicia in Primera División (Argentina). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 2:3.
Recent form
Newell's Old Boys has 0 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.33 points per game. Defensa y Justicia has 1 win, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 1.67 points per game.
Scoring records
Newell's Old Boys scores 0.67 goals per game and allows 1.67. Defensa y Justicia scores 0.33 and allows 0.00. Games in this league average 2.04 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Newell's Old Boys's games and 0% of Defensa y Justicia's. The Over 2.5 rates are 33% and 0%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 41% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Defensa y Justicia has the higher season xG average, 1.17 to 1.09 per game. Newell's Old Boys takes 9.3 shots per game, while Defensa y Justicia takes 9.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Newell's Old Boys leads at halftime in 0% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Defensa y Justicia leads at halftime in 33% and scores 0.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Newell's Old Boys's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (2 goals). For Defensa y Justicia, it is minutes 16-30 (1 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 2.04 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 41% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 3 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 2 away wins. Those games averaged 1.33 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
Statistical analysis points to a closely contested match with a slight edge for a draw. Newell's Old Boys are in poor home form (0% wins in home matches, 100% draws), yet they create more chances (on average 12 shots, 4 on target) and have a better xG (1.53 vs 0.96). Defensa y Justicia are unbeaten away (50% wins, 50% draws, 100% clean sheets), but they adopt a very defensive approach (averaging 0.5 goals per game). The hosts cannot win at home but do not lose either, which, coupled with the visitors' defensive stance, suggests another draw. The key will be whether Newell's can capitalize on their possession advantage (51%) and xG, or if Defensa's solid defense (0 goals conceded away) will once again keep a clean sheet.
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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
| Newell's Old Boys | Defensa y Justicia | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 29% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.25 | 0.09 |
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.
Defensa y Justicia is 406% better for: last-5 form.
0.33 pts / game - Newell's Old Boys · 1.67 pts / game - Defensa y Justicia
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 103% better for: goals scored per game.
0.67 goals / game - Newell's Old Boys · 0.33 goals / game - Defensa y Justicia
Newell's Old Boys scores in 67% of games (2 of 3 meczów), while Defensa y Justicia keeps a clean sheet in 100% (3 of 3 meczów).
Defensa y Justicia scores in 33% of games (1 of 3 meczów), while Newell's Old Boys keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 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 - Newell's Old Boys
Over / Under - Defensa y Justicia
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.
Defensa y Justicia is 406% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.33 pts / game - Newell's Old Boys · 1.67 pts / game - Defensa y Justicia
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Newell's Old Boys - second-half results
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Defensa y Justicia - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.33 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.7 | 1.7 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 100% | 33% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.67 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| 1 goal | 33% | 0% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 67% | 100% |
| 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 76-90 (2 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (1 goal). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* 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
Newell's Old Boys
Defensa y Justicia
* 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
| Newell's Old Boys | Liga | Defensa y Justicia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.33 | 2.04 | ▼ 0.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 55% | ▼ 0% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 33% | 41% | ▼ 0% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 31% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 67% | 61% | ▼ 33% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 73% | ▼ 0% |
^ 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.
Head-to-head
Record from Newell's Old Boys's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses against Defensa y Justicia. Games average 1.33 goals, and both teams scored in 33% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia?
The Primera División match finished Newell's Old Boys 2:3 Defensa y Justicia. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Newell's Old Boys and Defensa y Justicia?
In the last 3 head-to-head matches Newell's Old Boys won 0, Defensa y Justicia won 2 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.33 goals, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia?
Newell's Old Boys score 0.67 goals per game on average and Defensa y Justicia 0.33. The Primera División average is 2.04 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 41% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Newell's Old Boys's matches and 0% of Defensa y Justicia's.
What form are Newell's Old Boys and Defensa y Justicia in?
Over the last 5 games Newell's Old Boys have a 0-1-2 record (0.33 points per game) and Defensa y Justicia 1-2-0 (1.67 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia?
The statistical background for Newell's Old Boys vs Defensa y Justicia — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.