River Plate vs Banfield Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Feb 2026
Primera División Betting Preview: River Plate vs Banfield
River Plate host Banfield, with kick-off set for 17:30 on Thursday 26 February.
We’re wagering Banfield +1 on the Asian Handicap when they play River Plate at -100. Money is returned for a one goal defeat and we will see a healthy payout from this pick if the visitors win or draw.
River Plate have suffered defeat in their last three games. Most recently, a 1-0 scoreline occurred on the road against Vélez Sarsfield. Los Millonarios dominated possession with 64% of the ball and had five shots on target.
Banfield are two league defeats from two on the road. In their previous Primera División game, they recorded a 3-0 home win against Newell's Old Boys. Pedro Troglio's side enjoyed 54% possession and recorded eight shots on goal, while Tiziano Perrotta found the net twice and Mauro Mendez scored one.
Head-to-Head Statistics
River have claimed back-to-back victories over Banfield. The most recent was a 3-1 home victory following a 4-1 away win. We’ve seen the past 6 H2H meetings involve four wins for River, one draw and one victory for Banfield.
| Primera División | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 |  Banfield |
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 6:6 | 7 |
| 22 |  River Plate |
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 4:6 | 7 |
2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.6 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.2 attempts. River have had 61.4% possession and 4.4 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.2 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 7.1 attempts, while being awarded 4.1 corners.
Top scorer Juan Quintero has found the net 3 times, with Lautaro Rivero, Gonzalo Montiel and Ian Subiabre getting 1 each. Facundo Colidio, Juan Quintero and Sebastian Driussi have racked up the most assists with 1 each.
Banfield have won 4, lost 4 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.1 goals from 9.4 attempts and 4.3 shots on goal. El Taladro average 45.9% possession, 4.2 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against them, while conceding 1.0 goals from 9.4 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal.
Mauro Mendez is top scorer on 3, with Tiziano Perrotta and Gonzalo Rios next on 2. Mauro Mendez is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 4.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
River Plate predicted lineup (4-3-1-2): Santiago Beltran (GK), Gonzalo Montiel, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Paulo Díaz, Matías Viña, Anibal Moreno, Fausto Vera, Kevin Castaño, Tomás Galván, Facundo Colidio, Sebastián Driussi.
Banfield predicted lineup (4-4-2): Facundo Sanguinetti (GK), Santiago Lopez Garcia, Danilo Arboleda, Nicolás Meriano, Ignacio Abraham, Lautaro Gomez, Nacho Pais, Lautaro Villegas, Lisandro Piñero, Tiziano Perrotta, Mauro Méndez.
River Plate vs Banfield Prediction & Betting Tips
Get set for River Plate vs Banfield with our full betting breakdown, complete with an expert match prediction, a likely final score, top corners play, player prop picks and a value-driven bet builder.
Match Prediction
We’ve found some value by selecting Banfield +1 at odds of -100 for this Primera División game. This bet looks really appealing based on the numbers and we’re happy to take this price with confidence.
The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Primera División team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.
Key River Plate vs Banfield league stats:
If you go by the best football betting sites, our pick has a 50% chance of delivering a return. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There’s the option to bet on the two teams to play out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +575 are on offer and this is a correct score wager that should provide plenty of entertainment.
Player Prop Picks
Lautaro Gómez (Banfield) can be wagered to be on the scoresheet at +900. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing considering all angles and we’ll take a chance on him.
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Corners Prediction
River have had over 5.5 corners in eight straight home games, with Banfield conceding over 5.5 corners in their past three away games. The latest stats suggest that it’s worth backing River to cover the Team Corners line, with +110 available.
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Bet Builder Tips
You’re welcome to follow our same-game multi which has Banfield with an Asian Handicap of +1, less than three goals to be registered along with River to finish with over 5.5 corners.
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River Plate vs Banfield 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 favourites have a 68% likelihood of success according to the bookies, with River Plate chalked up at -213 to land a win in this Primera División clash. At +650, Banfield are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
Should you want to back River to lead at the break, then there is -100 available on the Half-Time Result market. Opponents Banfield have been chalked up at +550 and the draw is +123.
A low-scoring contest will be predicted by several which is reflected in the fact that Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. If you anticipate that a minimum of one side can manage a clean sheet, you might want to take the -164 about Both Teams to Score No.
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Maximiliano Salas is the market leader at +350 to be First Goalscorer but if you think he will score the last goal, then a similar price can be found.
River Plate League Stats
Banfield League Stats
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 4.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded and 3.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 61.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 69.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 45.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 41.50% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for River Plate this season are Juan Quintero (2), Gonzalo Montiel (1), Lautaro Rivero (1)
- Top Assistors for River Plate this season are Facundo Colidio (1), Juan Quintero (1)
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River Plate vs Banfield Lineups & Team News
The River vs Banfield team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the Primera División, along with current injury news.
River Plate Predicted Lineup 4-3-1-2
Banfield Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
River Plate Predicted Lineup 4-3-1-2
Banfield Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Previous River Plate Lineups
Previous Banfield Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
River Plate Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Marcelo Gallardo
Banfield Player Stats & Squad
Primera División Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgrano | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 9:4 | 15 |
| 2 | Ind. Rivadavia | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 10:6 | 15 |
| 3 | Tigre | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11:3 | 14 |
| 4 | Vélez Sarsfield | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 8:4 | 14 |
| 5 | Estudiantes | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5:2 | 12 |
| 6 | Platense | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5:3 | 12 |
| 7 | San Lorenzo | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7:5 | 11 |
| 8 | Defensa Justicia | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 6:4 | 11 |
| 9 | Independiente | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 10 | Gimnasia | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6:6 | 10 |
| 11 | Talleres | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 12 | Huracán | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 5:4 | 9 |
| 13 | Unión | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6:3 | 8 |
| 14 | Rosario Central | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6:5 | 8 |
| 15 | Boca Juniors | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5:4 | 8 |
| 16 | Argentinos Jrs | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3:2 | 8 |
| 17 | Instituto | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8:8 | 8 |
| 18 | Lanús | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8:8 | 8 |
| 19 | Central Córdoba | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3:4 | 8 |
| 20 | Banfield | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6:6 | 7 |
| 21 | Racing Club | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7:8 | 7 |
| 22 | River Plate | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4:6 | 7 |
| 23 | Gimnasia Mendoza | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4:9 | 7 |
| 24 | Sarmiento | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4:6 | 6 |
| 25 | Atl. Tucumán | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9:10 | 5 |
| 26 | Barracas Central | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3:5 | 5 |
| 27 | Deportivo Riestra | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2:5 | 3 |
| 28 | Aldosivi | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2:6 | 3 |
| 29 | Newell's OB | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5:12 | 2 |
| 30 | Estudiantes Rio Cuarto | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1:11 | 1 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tigre | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Vélez Sarsfield | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5:2 | 9 |
| 3 | Estudiantes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 9 |
| 4 | Ind. Rivadavia | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7:5 | 9 |
| 5 | Unión | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5:0 | 8 |
| 6 | Boca Juniors | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3:0 | 8 |
| 7 | Belgrano | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 7 |
| 8 | Gimnasia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 7 |
| 9 | San Lorenzo | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 10 | Instituto | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 11 | Banfield | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 12 | Central Córdoba | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 13 | Argentinos Jrs | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2:0 | 7 |
| 14 | Platense | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 7 |
| 15 | Sarmiento | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 6 |
| 16 | Talleres | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:4 | 6 |
| 17 | Huracán | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 18 | Atl. Tucumán | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:1 | 5 |
| 19 | Independiente | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:2 | 5 |
| 20 | Lanús | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 21 | Barracas Central | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 22 | Rosario Central | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3:3 | 4 |
| 23 | Gimnasia Mendoza | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 24 | Racing Club | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 25 | Defensa Justicia | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 26 | Aldosivi | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 27 | River Plate | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 3 |
| 28 | Deportivo Riestra | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:2 | 2 |
| 29 | Newell's OB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:4 | 1 |
| 30 | Estudiantes Rio Cuarto | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:1 | 1 |
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