Estudiantes vs Aldosivi

Estudiantes de La Plata face Aldosivi in the Copa Argentina Round of 16 on June 1, 2025, at 1:10 PM local time at Estadio Norberto "Tito" Tomaghello in Florencio Varela. After a 2-0 victory over Carabobo in the Copa Libertadores, Estudiantes are riding high, while Aldosivi come off a 3-0 win against San Martin in the Primera Division. Bookmakers favor Estudiantes with odds of 1.65 to Aldosivi’s 5.4, reflecting the Pincha’s historical edge and current form. The winner will face Argentinos Juniors in the next round.

Head-to-Head Record
The teams have met 11 times in official matches, with Estudiantes winning 7, Aldosivi securing 3, and 1 draw. Estudiantes have outscored Aldosivi 15-10, averaging 2.27 goals per match (0.91 in the first half, 1.36 in the second). Their most recent encounter in February 2025 saw Estudiantes triumph 1-0, with Santiago Ascacibar scoring, assisted by Gabriel Neves.

Estudiantes de La Plata Overview
Estudiantes, led by coach Eduardo Domínguez, are in solid form after their Libertadores win, where they dominated with 60% possession, 9 shots on target, and 4 corners. Over their last 10 matches, they’ve recorded 3 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, scoring 10 goals (1 per game) and conceding 1.4 on average. At home, their scoring drops slightly to 1 goal per match. Despite a mid-table position in the Torneo Apertura (8th with 21 points), their recent performances suggest they’re peaking at the right time.

Aldosivi Overview
Aldosivi, managed by Andrés Ylliana, have struggled in the Torneo Apertura, sitting 13th with 15 points and a five-match losing streak earlier in the season. However, their 3-0 win over San Martin shows resilience. Over their last 10 matches, they’ve secured 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, scoring 1.5 goals per game and conceding 1.3. Their ability to grind out results, as seen in their penalty shootout victory over Gimnasia y Tiro in the previous Copa Argentina round, makes them a potential upset threat.

Potential Unexpected Stars
While key players like Estudiantes’ Guido Carrillo and Aldosivi’s Franco Rami are expected to shine, the following lesser-known players could steal the spotlight:

• Aldosivi: Elías Torres (Forward)
  The young attacker, who can play as a striker or winger, has impressed with 6 goals and 2 assists in the Torneo Apertura despite Aldosivi’s struggles. A free agent at year’s end, Torres has a chance to prove himself against a strong Estudiantes defense. His versatility and knack for finding space could lead to a breakthrough performance.
• Estudiantes: Gabriel Neves (Midfielder)
  While not entirely unknown, Neves often flies under the radar compared to teammates like Ascacibar. His assist in their February 2025 meeting against Aldosivi highlights his playmaking ability. If he controls the midfield and sets up key plays, Neves could quietly dictate the game’s outcome.

Estudiantes’ superior head-to-head record and recent form make them favorites, but Aldosivi’s gritty performances and attacking output suggest they could keep it close. The match’s low-scoring history (2.27 goals average) points to a tight contest, where individual moments of brilliance could decide the outcome.

Keep an eye on Iacovich and Neves for Estudiantes, and Torres and Chávez for Aldosivi, as these players could unexpectedly shape the result. Fans can follow the action live on TyC Sports or stream it via TyC Sports Play.