Libertad vs River Plate Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Aug 2025
Copa Libertadores Betting Preview: Libertad vs River Plate
Paraguayan Primera División side Libertad host Argentine Primera División club River Plate at Estadio Tigo La Huerta in the first leg of this Copa Libertadores round of 16 tie, with kick-off set for 08:30 on Friday 15 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.
Oppose a High-Scoring Game
We’re not anticipating that the net will be found too many times, with Under 2.5 Goals expected when Libertad and River Plate lock horns. This Total Goals prediction affords us attractive betting odds of 1.53.
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River Beat Libertad in their Last H2H Battle
Libertad faced Recoleta at home when last in action. It was a 1-1 Paraguayan Primera División draw.
River Plate drew on the road in their previous game. A 0-0 Argentine Primera División scoreline was played out against Independiente. Los Millonarios had one shot on goal and 49% possession.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last clash between River and Libertad saw the former win at home. It was a 2-0 scoreline.
Copa Libertadores | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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1 | ![]() |
6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 13:7 | 12 |
2 | ![]() |
6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6:5 | 9 |
Confirmed Lineups
Libertad confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Martin Silva (GK), Robert Rojas, Diego Viera, Nestor Gimenez, Ivan Ramirez, Lucas Sanabria, Alvaro Campuzano, Lorenzo Melgarejo, Ivan Franco, Hugo Fernandez, Gustavo Aguilar.
River Plate confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Franco Armani (GK), Gonzalo Montiel, Sebastian Boselli, Paulo Diaz, Marcos Acuna, Kevin Castano, Enzo Perez, Matias Galarza, Santiago Lencina, Miguel Borja, Facundo Colidio.
Libertad vs River Plate Prediction & Betting Tips
Our Libertad vs River Plate betting tips provide expert coverage of all major angles, including our main match prediction, top player prop picks, correct score recommendation and best bet builder insights.
Match Prediction
We can’t resist the opportunity to back Under 2.5 for this Copa Libertadores encounter. This wager gives us the opportunity to land odds of 1.53 and we feel confident of securing a return.
We’re constantly keeping tabs on the Copa Libertadores team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.
Key Libertad vs River Plate Copa Libertadores & league stats:
Under 2.5 Probability
The top betting apps make it a 65.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 70-75%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Correct Score Prediction


River are available at 5.40 when it comes to them winning 1-0. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.
Player Prop Picks
Maximiliano Salas (River) can be wagered at 1.66 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.
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Franco Mastantuono (River) has netted three goals in his past six games. We’ll take a chance at 3.55 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look really appealing.
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Bet Builder Tips
Take a bet builder that incorporates less than three goals to be registered, River to triumph and Maximiliano Salas (River) to finish with one or more shots on target.
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Libertad vs River Plate Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
River Could Have Edge According to Bookies
River Plate are available at 1.91 to come away with a triumph in this Copa Libertadores clash, meaning a 52% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. Libertad are seen as the most unlikely winner at 4.50.
There are different ways to bet on River including the Asian Handicap -0.5 market. This option is 1.90, although Libertad +0.5 is a viable alternative at 1.90 and you can cheer on the draw with the latter.
A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. A viable alternative is betting the BTTS market and opting for the 1.62 about Both Teams to Score No.
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Miguel Borja Top of First Goalscorer List
There is 3.10 available that Miguel Borja finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure 5.20.
- Division Profesional - Clausura: 10/08 Libertad 1 Recoleta1
- Division Profesional - Clausura: 04/08 Sportivo Ameliano 0 Libertad4
- Division Profesional - Clausura: 31/07 Libertad 3 Atletico Tembetary1
- Division Profesional - Clausura: 26/07 Sportivo Trinidense 0 Libertad2
- Division Profesional - Clausura: 19/07 Libertad 0 Nacional1
Latest Copa Libertadores and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.


- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
Libertad vs River Plate Lineups & Team News
The Libertad vs River team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the Copa Libertadores, along with current injury news.
Libertad Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
River Plate Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Libertad Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
River Plate Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Libertad Substitutes
- 7Oscar Cardozo
- 15Angel Lucena
- 19Jorge Recalde
- 22Hugo Martinez
- 24Roque Santa Cruz
- 26Hernesto Caballero
- 27Miguel Jacquet
- 28Marcelo Fernandez
- 29Victor Rojas
- 35Aaron Troche
- 40Thiago Fernandez
- 42Joaquin Bogarin
River Plate Substitutes
- 5Juan Carlos Portillo
- 10Juan Quintero
- 15Sebastian Driussi
- 16Fabricio Bustos
- 18Gonzalo Martinez
- 20Milton Casco
- 25Jeremias Ledesma
- 26Ignacio Fernandez
- 34Giuliano Galoppo
- 36Ulises Gimenez
- 38Ian Subiabre
- 41Santiago Beltran
Previous Libertad Lineups
Previous River Plate Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Estudiantes | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11:5 | 12 |
2 | Botafogo | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8:5 | 12 |
3 | U. de Chile | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8:6 | 10 |
4 | Carabobo FC | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2:13 | 1 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | River Plate | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 13:7 | 12 |
2 | Universitario | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4:4 | 8 |
3 | IDV | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8:11 | 8 |
4 | Barcelona | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4:7 | 4 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | LDU Quito | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8:4 | 11 |
2 | Flamengo | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6:3 | 11 |
3 | Central Córdoba | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7:7 | 11 |
4 | Deportivo Táchira | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4:11 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | São Paulo | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 10:4 | 14 |
2 | Libertad | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 6:5 | 9 |
3 | Alianza Lima | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7:11 | 5 |
4 | Talleres | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5:8 | 4 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Racing Club | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14:3 | 13 |
2 | Fortaleza | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8:5 | 8 |
3 | Bucaramanga | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6:10 | 6 |
4 | Colo-Colo | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5:15 | 5 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Internacional | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12:8 | 11 |
2 | Atlético Nacional | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7:6 | 9 |
3 | Bahia | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5:7 | 7 |
4 | Nacional | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7:10 | 7 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Palmeiras | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 17:4 | 18 |
2 | Cerro Porteño | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7:11 | 7 |
3 | Bolivar | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 12:11 | 6 |
4 | Sporting Cristal | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6:16 | 4 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Vélez Sarsfield | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11:4 | 11 |
2 | Peñarol | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9:4 | 11 |
3 | San Antonio Bulo Bulo | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5:15 | 6 |
4 | Olimpia | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 9:11 | 5 |

















