Today, at 22:15 (Argentina time), Defensa y Justicia will host Vélez for Matchday 5 of the Apertura at the Tito Tomaghello stadium.
Current Form of Defensa y Justicia and Vélez
Both teams arrive with a winning mindset, making this match one to watch. In their last outings, both teams emerged victorious and will be aiming to build on that success.
Recent Results for Defensa y Justicia in the Apertura
Defensa y Justicia recently secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Newell’s. After recording 1 win and 2 draws in their previous matches, they approach this game with a goal difference of 4 scored and 2 conceded.
Recent Results for Vélez in the Apertura
Vélez, on the other hand, clinched a 2-1 win over Boca Juniors in their last match. In their last three games, they have won twice and drawn once, showcasing a strong offensive performance with 6 goals scored and only 3 against.
Despite their recent form, Defensa y Justicia has yet to secure a win at home this season, managing only draws in their earlier matches as hosts.
In their last six encounters, the home team has recorded 1 win, the visitors also 1 win, while facing off resulted in 3 draws. The teams last met on August 3 in the Liga Profesional 2024, where Vélez emerged triumphant with a decisive 3-0 victory.
The officiating will be handled by referee Fernando Echenique.
Upcoming Matches for Defensa y Justicia in the Apertura
- Matchday 6: vs Belgrano – February 19, 17:15 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 7: vs Platense – February 24, 17:00 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 8: vs Lanús – March 1, 19:15 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 9: vs Gimnasia (Mendoza) – March 5, 18:30 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 10: vs Central Córdoba (SE) – March 12, 17:00 (Argentina Time)
Upcoming Matches for Vélez in the Apertura
- Matchday 6: vs River Plate – February 22, 18:30 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 7: vs Dep. Riestra – February 25, 19:30 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 8: vs Estudiantes – March 2, 19:15 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 9: vs Newell’s – March 6, 19:45 (Argentina Time)
- Matchday 10: vs Tigre – March 10, 19:45 (Argentina Time)
Kickoff Times for Defensa y Justicia vs. Vélez by Country
- Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 22:15
- Colombia and Peru: 20:15
- Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico), and Nicaragua: 19:15
- Venezuela: 21:15