Match Summary
Independiente defeated Banfield 1:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2022. Goals were scored by D. Batallini 54′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Independiente had 49% possession while Banfield held 51%. Independiente had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Banfield. Independiente made 3 substitutions, Banfield made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Damián Batallini 59′).
Match Events
Key match events between Independiente and Banfield — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Independiente had 49% possession against Banfield's 51%. Independiente registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Banfield managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 11–13.
Lineups
Independiente lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Serrizuela, while Banfield deployed a 5-4-1 under C. Vella.
Defensive Solidity
Independiente deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Banfield's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Independiente field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Banfield's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Independiente start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Banfield averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Independiente's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: J. Ostachuk (25), oldest: J. Laso (35)), while Banfield average 28.0 (youngest: A. Maciel (28), oldest: A. Maciel (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Independiente have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Banfield show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Independiente and Banfield have met 2 times — Independiente won 0, Banfield won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Banfield leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026