Godoy Cruz vs. San Martin San Juan Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 2 November 2025

Godoy Cruz and San Martin San Juan are set to clash on the night of 2 November 2025 in a Liga Profesional fixture that holds significance for both teams. Godoy Cruz, languishing in 28th place, will be keen to turn around their season as they have struggled, with only 10 points from 13 rounds. In contrast, San Martin San Juan, sitting at 17th with 17 points, have shown resilience, going unbeaten in their last four matches.
Historically, matches between these sides have been low-scoring affairs, with less than 2.5 goals scored in 86% of their last seven encounters. Godoy Cruz are the bookmaker’s favourite with odds of 2.13 to win, buoyed by the return of key players from injury. Despite recent struggles, this home fixture gives them an edge.
San Martin San Juan’s defenders will have to watch out for Agustin Auzmendi, Godoy Cruz’s top scorer, while they rely on Tomas Fernandez’s creativity to breach the hosts’ defence. Given their recent form, a recommended bet is for Godoy Cruz to win.
In all, this fixture promises a competitive battle as both sides aim for crucial points.

Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan Prediction & Betting tip

Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan Prediction
Betting tip
Godoy Cruz to win

Godoy Cruz to win at odds of 2.13 seems like a sound choice. Despite their recent form, this home fixture offers them an edge, especially given San Martin San Juan’s struggle in away matches.

• Godoy Cruz are winless recently but have only lost once in their last three games, showing some resilience.
• San Martin San Juan, despite their stronger position in the league, have had only two wins in their last five games.
• Historically, Godoy Cruz has fared well against San Martin San Juan at home, even winning their last encounter earlier this season.

With less than 2.5 goals often scored in their encounters, expect a tight but favourable outcome for the hosts.

Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan Odds

The odds for the upcoming clash between Godoy Cruz and San Martin San Juan highlight an intriguing matchup. While Godoy Cruz might be struggling this season, the bookmakers have them as favourites due to their home advantage and slightly better recent form.

Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Godoy Cruz to win	2.13
Draw	2.84
San Martin San Juan to win	3.95

These odds suggest a competitive fixture, with the home team given a slight edge. The draw is also tempting given their historical propensity for low-scoring ties. For San Martin San Juan, a win could offer significant returns, indicating they are seen as outsiders despite a better season so far.
Considering all factors, Godoy Cruz to win at 2.13 appears to be a balanced bet given their need for points and the home ground support.

Godoy Cruz Team Analysis

Godoy Cruz Recent Performance

Godoy Cruz’s recent form has been less than stellar, represented by their last five results: DLDDL. Over these matches, they managed to secure only two points from five games, reflecting their struggle to get results.

Recent Matches
Lanus 2-0 Godoy Cruz (A)
Independiente Rivadavia 0-0 Godoy Cruz (A)
Godoy Cruz 1-1 Independiente (H)
San Lorenzo 2-0 Godoy Cruz (A)
Godoy Cruz 1-1 Instituto (H)
Recent Form: DLDDL
Average Goals Scored: 0.40
Clean Sheets: 1

Godoy Cruz have found the back of the net infrequently, averaging just 0.40 goals per game, and they’ve only kept a single clean sheet in their last five fixtures. The home team’s attacking line needs to step up substantially to improve their dismal standing of 28th in the league. Their defensive frailties, conceding 1.2 goals on average, further complicate their ambitions.

Godoy Cruz Key Players

Godoy Cruz’s key player to watch is undoubtedly Agustin Auzmendi. As the team’s top scorer with four goals, Auzmendi will be crucial in leading the attacking line and trying to improve their dismal scoring record. He will likely face off against San Martin San Juan’s sturdy defensive line, anchored by Luciano Recalde.
Another important figure will be Vicente Poggi, anchoring the midfield to provide balance and support both offensively and defensively. Nicolás Fernández is expected to provide width and creativity down the right flank, adding some much-needed dynamism.
Expected lineup for Godoy Cruz:

• Goalkeeper: Franco Petroli
• Defenders: Lucas Arce, Mateo Mendoza, Federico Rasmussen, Juan Moran
• Midfielders: Nicolás Fernández, Pol Fernández, Vicente Poggi, Facundo Altamira
• Forwards: Misael Sosa, Agustin Auzmendi
  Should these players click, Godoy Cruz might just have the edge to secure a much-needed victory.

Godoy Cruz Suspensions & Injuries

Godoy Cruz will be somewhat relieved as they don’t have any suspensions to deal with ahead of their clash against San Martin San Juan. However, they do have some injury concerns that might affect their performance.
Midfielder Tomas Pozzo is out with an unspecified injury but could return in early November, potentially missing this fixture. Additionally, Leandro Quiroz is sidelined with a knee injury, with a similar return timeline.
While the absence of these players might affect squad depth, Omar Asad will likely rely on the current lineup to step up. Their midfield options may lack some creativity and stability without Pozzo and Quiroz, but the available players must adjust and fill in the gaps.

Godoy Cruz Tactics and Formation

Omar Asad’s Godoy Cruz side typically lines up in a 4-4-2 formation, with an emphasis on solid defensive structure and quick transitions into attack. This setup will feature four defenders, creating a solid backline to minimise defensive lapses.
Key aspects of Godoy Cruz’s tactical approach:

• Formation: 4-4-2
• Key Forward: Agustin Auzmendi – the team’s top scorer with four goals, providing the primary threat in attack.
• Midfield Quartet: Nicolás Fernández, Pol Fernández, Vicente Poggi, Facundo Altamira – tasked with controlling the game and preventing counterattacks.
• Defensive Responsibilities: The backline, comprising Lucas Arce, Mateo Mendoza, Federico Rasmussen, and Juan Moran, is expected to maintain rigidity and limit San Martin’s scoring chances.

The main tactical aim will be leveraging the counterattack, using the pace and width provided by the wingers to support Agustin Auzmendi and create goal-scoring opportunities.

San Martin San Juan Team Analysis

San Martin San Juan Recent Performance

San Martin San Juan has shown a promising run of form lately, going unbeaten in their last four matches with recent results showing LDDWW. This string of performances has earned them a steady rise up the league standings to 17th place.

Recent Matches
San Martin San Juan 1-0 Independiente (H)
San Lorenzo 0-1 San Martin San Juan (A)
San Martin San Juan 0-0 Instituto (H)
Club Atletico Platense 2-2 San Martin San Juan (A)
San Martin San Juan 1-2 Velez Sarsfield (H)
Recent Form: LDDWW
Average Goals Scored: 1.00
Clean Sheets: 3

Their recent successes have largely been built on a solid defensive foundation, keeping three clean sheets in their last five outings. Offensively, they are averaging one goal per game, which has been sufficient to secure points. Maintaining this form will be crucial as they face Godoy Cruz, and their recent defensive reliability will be tested.

San Martin San Juan Key Players

San Martin San Juan will rely heavily on Tomas Fernandez, their top scorer with two goals, to lead the attack against Godoy Cruz. Fernandez, playing from the right wing, will be a key figure in breaking down the home team’s defence with his pace and creativity. Another critical player will be Ignacio Maestro Puch, who, as the centre forward, will look to exploit any weaknesses in the Godoy Cruz backline.
Lucas Diarte, in defence, has been a solid performer, providing stability at the back and is expected to counter the threat posed by Agustin Auzmendi.
Expected lineup for San Martin San Juan:

• Goalkeeper: Matias Borgogno
• Defenders: Ayrton Portillo, Tomas Lecanda, Luciano Recalde, Lucas Diarte
• Midfielders: Nicolas Watson, Diego Gonzalez, Sebastian Gonzalez, Tomas Fernandez, Horacio Tijanovich
• Forward: Ignacio Maestro Puch

This well-balanced team composition emphasizes a solid defence while looking for opportunities to press forward with quick transitions.

San Martin San Juan Suspensions & Injuries

San Martin San Juan enter this fixture with a clean bill of health, having no suspensions or injury concerns affecting their squad. This good fortune means that coach Leandro Romagnoli will have the luxury to deploy his preferred starting eleven without any forced alterations.
This full-strength squad can potentially cause problems for Godoy Cruz, giving San Martin San Juan an upper hand in maintaining their recent unbeaten run.
The ability to field their best players will be pivotal as they look to continue their solid defensive record and improve their standing in the league.

San Martin San Juan Tactics and Formation

Leandro Romagnoli’s San Martin San Juan side is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on a balanced approach that prioritizes defensive solidity and quick transitions in attack.
San Martin San Juan Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Ignacio Maestro Puch – Positioned as the lone striker, tasked with exploiting defensive lapses.
• Midfield Dynamics: Tomas Fernandez on the right wing, Sebastian Gonzalez in the attacking midfield, and Horacio Tijanovich on the left wing – providing creative and attacking options.
• Defensive Responsibilities: Nicolas Watson and Diego Gonzalez as the dual defensive midfielders anchoring the back line.

Notable Strategy: Maintaining a disciplined defensive structure has been crucial as evidenced by their three clean sheets in the last five games. They will likely rely on quick counterattacks to capitalize on any Godoy Cruz defensive errors, looking to Fernandez and Puch to deliver in key moments.

Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan Head-to-Head Statistics

The head-to-head statistics between Godoy Cruz and San Martin San Juan reveal a tightly contested history. Here’s a look at their last five encounters:

Recent Meetings	Result
San Martin San Juan vs Godoy Cruz (2025-04-20)	1-0
Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan (2024-03-25)	0-0 (4-3 PSO)
San Martin San Juan vs Godoy Cruz (2019-03-02)	0-0
Godoy Cruz vs San Martin San Juan (2018-04-28)	2-0
San Martin San Juan vs Godoy Cruz (2017-05-13)	1-2

In their previous seven fixtures, 86% have seen less than 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards low-scoring games. Godoy Cruz have a slight historical edge with two wins, while San Martin San Juan managed a single victory.
Overall, these matches are typically tight affairs, often decided by the narrowest of margins, making every goal crucial.

Odds accurate as of 31st October 2025, 21:30, and are subject to change. Always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.