The sixth round of the Argentine Apertura takes us to an intriguing clash between Deportivo Riestra and Huracán, two sides living very different moments in the Liga Profesional de Fútbol. The hosts are still searching for their first victory of the campaign, while the visitors have started strongly and sit among the top five in Group B. This encounter at the Guillermo Laza Stadium promises to be a tactical battle between a team desperate to escape the relegation zone and another looking to consolidate its good form away from home.

Deportivo Riestra’s Recent Form and Key Stats

Deportivo Riestra have endured a difficult start to the season, failing to win any of their first five league matches (0 wins, 2 draws, 3 defeats). Their main issue has been in attack, with only two goals scored so far, while conceding an average of one goal per game. The team’s last outing ended in a 1-1 draw against Newell’s Old Boys on February 16, a result that at least stopped a losing streak but did little to lift them from the lower end of the table.

Despite their struggles, Riestra have shown resilience in the first halves of matches. They have avoided defeat at half time in 36 of their last 40 games, including 20 of their last 21 at home. This suggests a disciplined defensive approach early in matches, even if they tend to fade later on. Their games have been consistently low-scoring: Under 2.5 goals have been recorded in each of their last 12 matches, and the same trend applies to their last 11 league fixtures. The second halves have also been tight, with Under 1.5 goals in the second half in all of those games.

• Season record: 0 wins, 2 draws, 3 defeats


• Average goals scored: 0.4 per match


• Average goals conceded: 1.0 per match


• Under 2.5 goals in last 12 matches


• Haven’t lost at half time in 33 of their last 36 league games

With four players sidelined through injury, including a key defender, the hosts will need to rely on their compact structure and home discipline to frustrate their opponents. Their challenge will be to find a way to turn defensive solidity into attacking efficiency.

Huracán’s Recent Form and Key Stats

Huracán arrive in much better shape, having lost only once in their last five matches (2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat). Their most recent result was a 1-0 victory over Sarmiento on February 14, which helped them climb to fifth place in the standings. The team has averaged one goal scored and 0.8 conceded per match this season, showing a balanced but cautious approach.

One of Huracán’s main strengths has been their consistency away from home. They are unbeaten in their last five away matches across all competitions, although their defense has not been flawless, conceding at least once in each of those games. Their matches tend to be tight and low-scoring: Under 3.5 goals have been recorded in 23 of their last 24 league fixtures, and Under 1.5 goals at half time in 27 of their last 28. Corners are also limited, with Under 10.5 corners in 25 of their last 27 matches.

• Season record: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat


• Average goals scored: 1.0 per match


• Average goals conceded: 0.8 per match


• Under 3.5 goals in 28 of their last 30 matches


• At least one team failed to score in 28 of their last 30 second halves

Huracán’s away form suggests they are comfortable managing tight games, often relying on defensive organization and quick transitions. However, their tendency to concede at least one goal per match could be a concern against a Riestra side desperate to score at home.

Deportivo Riestra vs Huracán Analysis and Prediction

Historically, this fixture has been balanced, with both teams recording one win and one draw in their last three meetings. The most recent encounter ended 3-2 in May 2025, but current trends point towards a much more cautious affair. Both sides have been involved in matches with few goals, and their recent statistics strongly support another low-scoring contest.

Riestra’s inability to convert chances and Huracán’s disciplined but occasionally leaky defense create an interesting dynamic. The hosts will likely focus on maintaining their strong first-half record, while the visitors will aim to control possession and exploit any defensive lapses. Given that Under 2.5 goals has occurred in 78% of their combined recent matches and that Both Teams To Score – No has been the outcome in 68% of cases, a tight, tactical battle seems the most probable scenario.

BetMines Prediction: Both Teams To Score – No (68% probability).