Match Summary
Newells Old Boys defeated Arsenal Sarandi 2:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by R. Sordo 33′, R. Sordo 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Newells Old Boys had 66% possession while Arsenal Sarandi held 34%. Newells Old Boys had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 4 (3 on target) for Arsenal Sarandi. Newells Old Boys made 5 substitutions, Arsenal Sarandi made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Newells Old Boys and Arsenal Sarandi — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Pittón
Match Statistics
Newells Old Boys had 66% possession against Arsenal Sarandi's 34%. Newells Old Boys registered 16 shots (7 on target) while Arsenal Sarandi managed 4 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
Newells Old Boys lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under G. Heinze, while Arsenal Sarandi deployed a 4-4-2 under D. Espínola.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Newells Old Boys is 6.77, compared to — for Arsenal Sarandi. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Newells Old Boys's highest-rated starter is A. Méndez (6.77), while Arsenal Sarandi's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Newells Old Boys deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Arsenal Sarandi's 4-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
Newells Old Boys field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Arsenal Sarandi'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
Newells Old Boys start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Arsenal Sarandi 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 Newells Old Boys's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: A. Méndez (29), oldest: A. Méndez (29)), while Arsenal Sarandi average 25.0 (youngest: L. Guzmán (25), oldest: L. Guzmán (25)). 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Newells Old Boys have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Arsenal Sarandi show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026