Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Aug 2025

Copa Libertadores Betting Preview: Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza

Argentine Primera División team Vélez Sarsfield host Brazilian Série A outfit Fortaleza in the second leg of this Copa Libertadores round of 16 tie at Estadio José Amalfitani, with kick-off set for 06:00 on Wednesday 20 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Vélez to Get the Job Done

We’ll take the plunge and back Vélez Sarsfield to secure victory when they go up against Fortaleza. There’s plenty of confidence behind this Full-Time Result wager and the odds of 1.91 look attractive.

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Goalless Draw in First Leg

Vélez Sarsfield landed a Primera División home win in their last game, overcoming Independiente by a 2-1 scoreline. El Fortín had most of the ball recording 57% possession and three shots on target, while Dilan Godoy and Braian Romero each scored one goal.

Fortaleza suffered a Série A defeat in their previous game. A 2-1 scoreline occurred away from home against Fluminense. The Ceará outfit managed five shots on goal and enjoyed 56% possession, while Breno Lopes was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Fortaleza and Vélez played out a 0-0 draw in the first leg. The Brazilian hosts enjoyed 64% possession, while Vélez won the shots on target 3-1 in a game where Fortaleza had Matheus Rossetto sent off in the 88th minute.

Copa Libertadores		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Fortaleza	6	2	2	2	8	5	3	8:5	8
1	Vélez Sarsfield	6	3	2	1	11	4	7	11:4	11

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4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.8 goals from 2.9 shots on goal and 6.0 attempts. Vélez have had 51.3% possession and 5.0 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.0 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.2 corners.

Braian Romero is the top goalscorer with 3, Maher Carrizo has 2, with Dilan Godoy and two other players on 1. Agustin Bouzat is the leading assists maker with 2.

Fortaleza have 1 victory, 7 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 0.9 goals from 9.3 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal. The Ceará club average 45.8% possession, 6.1 corners in their favour and 3.9 corners against, while conceding 2.3 goals from 11.5 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal.

We’ve seen Breno Lopes, Deyverson and Yago Pikachu score 2 goals each. Matheus Pereira has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Vélez Sarsfield confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Tomas Marchiori (GK), Jano Gordon, Lisandro Magallan, Aaron Quiros, Elias Gomez, Claudio Baeza, Rodrigo Aliendro, Maher Carrizo, Tomas Galvan, Imanol Machuca, Braian Romero.

Fortaleza confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Helton Leite (GK), Eros Mancuso, Emanuel Britez, Gustavo Mancha, Bruno Pacheco, Lucca Prior, Lucas Sasha, Jose Welison, Marinho, Deyverson, Breno Lopes.

Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop guidance to a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’re confident with our selection of Vélez Sarsfield to land a victory, with odds of 1.91 looking really generous. We think they have the ability to claim a win in this Copa Libertadores game.

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the Copa Libertadores odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration when making football predictions.

Key Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza Copa Libertadores & league stats:

• Vélez have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Vélez have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• Fortaleza have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Fortaleza have lost 6 of their last 10 games.

Vélez to Win Probability

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 52.4% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Vélez 1 - 0 Fortaleza

There’s the option to wager on Vélez to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Odds of 5.40 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza 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.

Vélez Win on the Cards According to the Bookies

Favourites Vélez Sarsfield are regarded as the likeliest winners for this Copa Libertadores clash. The 1.86 about them triumphing means a 54% chance of coming out on top based on their current betting odds. Fortaleza are seen as the most unlikely winner at 4.75.

If you want to back Vélez to win, then you can take the Asian Handicap -0.5 option. This selection is priced at 1.85, although Fortaleza +0.5 is 1.95 and the latter puts the draw on your side.

For those expecting a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader on the Total Goals market. An alternative approach is playing the BTTS market and going for the 1.62 about Both Teams to Score No.

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Braian Romero Heads First Goalscorer Market

Braian Romero is the First Goalscorer favourite at 4.30. Alternatively, there’s the opportunity to simply back him to find the net anytime at 2.35.

Latest Copa Libertadores and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Vélez Sarsfield Stats

Fortaleza Stats

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.60 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 1.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 0.90 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 3.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 3.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 51.30% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 61.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 45.80% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 44.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 3 of the last 10 away matches

Vélez Sarsfield vs Fortaleza Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Vélez vs Fortaleza team news before placing your bets. Expect the predicted and confirmed Copa Libertadores lineups along with timely injury updates.