Defensa y Justicia vs Unión Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Mar 2026

Primera División Betting Preview: Defensa y Justicia vs Unión

Defensa y Justicia host Unión, with kick-off set for 15:45 on Saturday 21 March.

The best plan could involve backing Unión with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -159 when clashing with Defensa y Justicia. Our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, allowing us to land a return in the event of a draw.

Defensa y Justicia won last time out by a 5-2 scoreline. It was on the road against San Lorenzo. El Halcón had 40% possession and totalled five shots on target, with Elias Pereyra being among the scorers in a goalfest where five different players found the net.

Unión played Boca Juniors at home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 draw. Leonardo Madelon's team had just 39% of the ball and recorded three shots on goal, while Julian Palacios was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Unión have gone unbeaten in their past four meetings with Defensa. In their last encounter, it was a 3-0 home victory for Unión. The past 8 meetings between these sides have resulted in three Unión victories and two Defensa wins. There have also been three draws.

Primera División		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
15	Unión	16	5	6	5	24	20	4	24:20	21
19	Defensa Justicia	15	4	7	4	17	19	-2	17:19	19

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3 wins and 7 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 7.4 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. Defensa have had 49.7% possession and 3.5 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 0.8 goals from 8.7 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.0 corners.

The four top scorers are Elias Pereyra, Juan Gutierrez, Aaron Molinas and Juan Miritello, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Aaron Molinas has recorded the most assists with 3.

Unión have 4 victories, 2 defeats and 4 draws, averaging 10.2 attempts, 4.9 shots on goal and 1.6 goals. The Santa Fe club average 45.4% possession, 3.4 corners in their favour and 4.0 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 4.1 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts.

Cristian Alberto Tarragona has scored 5, followed by Julian Palacios, Brahian Cuello and Mateo Del Blanco with 2 goals apiece. Rafael Profini has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 5.

Confirmed Lineups

Defensa y Justicia confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Cristopher Fiermarin (GK), Damian Fernandez, Emiliano Amor, Hector Martinez, Lucas Souto, Santiago Sosa, Aaron Molinas, Elias Pereyra, Juan Gutierrez, Ruben Botta, Agustin Hausch.

Unión confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Matias Mansilla (GK), Lautaro Vargas, Maizon Rodriguez, Juan Pablo Luduena, Mateo Del Blanco, Augusto Solari, Mauro Pitton, Rafael Profini, Brahian Cuello, Cristian Alberto Tarragona, Marcelo Estigarribia.

Defensa y Justicia vs Unión Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert Defensa y Justicia vs Unión tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop picks to corners guidance, a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll divide our stake by wagering Unión +0.25 at odds of -159 for this Asian Handicap wager. We’re expecting to see a quality performance from the away team in this Primera División showdown.

Our job is to consult the latest Primera División team news in order to produce the best football predictions. Then we crack on with the job of analysing the stats that are going to be the most effective.

Key Defensa y Justicia vs Unión league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Unión in 6 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Unión in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Unión in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Defensa in 7 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Defensa in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Defensa in 14 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Defensa in 4 consecutive games against Unión.

The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 61.3% prospect of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Defensa 0 - 1 Unión

There are odds of +510 available that Unión land a 1-0 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Cristian Tarragona to Score +220

Cristian Tarragona (Unión) has scored in three straight Primera División games on the road. This data directs us to the Anytime Goalscorer market where we can bet him to find the net at attractive odds of +220.

Latest Cristian Tarragona Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+220

First

+480

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Corners Prediction

Unión Under 4.5 Corners -139

In four consecutive away games, Unión have fallen short of 4.5 corners. We’re anticipating Unión to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners wager available at -139.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Defensa

Total

7.50 3.50 4.00

Home

8.10 4.30 3.80

Away

8.70 3.00 5.70

Unión

Total

7.40 3.40 4.00

Home

7.30 4.30 3.00

Away

9.50 3.40 6.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 8.5

-127

Under 8.5

-112

Defensa Corners

Over 3.5

-156

Under 3.5

+110

Unión Corners

Over 4.5

-104

Under 4.5

-137

Most Corners

1

+120

X

+600

2

-112

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Defensa y Justicia vs Unión Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The available 1x2 betting prices reveal that Unión are +170 for a Primera División win, with Defensa y Justicia being +175. The draw is on offer at +205 if you expect the game to finish level.

If you want to back the favourites with some insurance, then Unión are -122 on the Draw No Bet market. Alternatively, Defensa are -116 and there is money back if the game ends all square.

Under 2.5 Goals is a short-priced option for those expecting two goals or less. The Both Teams to Score No pick is -135 if you’re expecting at least one side will fail to find the net.

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Full-Time Result

1

+175

X

+205

2

+170

Half-Time Result

1

+240

X

-103

2

+230

Double Chance

1X

-222

12

-278

X2

-233

Draw No Bet

1

-116

2

-122

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-161

2 Hcp -0.25

+123

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-189

Over 2.5

+145

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-103

No

-135

You will find Cristian Tarragona at +480 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite. There’s the chance to get +220 that he finds the net at anytime.

Cristian Tarragona (Unión)

First

+220

Anytime

+480

Tomas Gonzalez (Unión)

First

+230

Anytime

+500

Marcelo Estigarribia (Unión)

First

+330

Anytime

+750

Abiel Osorio (Defensa)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

David Barbona (Defensa)

First

+430

Anytime

+1000

Facundo Altamira (Defensa)

First

+575

Anytime

+1400

Franco Fragapane (Unión)

First

+600

Anytime

+1400

Agustín Hausch (Defensa)

First

+600

Anytime

+1400

Rubén Botta (Defensa)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Aaron Molinas (Defensa)

First

+750

Anytime

+1900

Nicolas Palavecino (Unión)

First

+850

Anytime

+2000

Éver Banega (Defensa)

First

+850

Anytime

+2000

Augusto Solari (Unión)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Mauro Pittón (Unión)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

César Pérez (Defensa)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Defensa y Justicia vs Unión Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Defensa vs Unión team news before placing your bets. Receive the predicted and confirmed Primera División lineups from us, plus the most recent injury updates.

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