Match Summary
Newells Old Boys and Atletico Tucuman drew 0:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. 7 yellow cards were shown. Newells Old Boys had 71% possession while Atletico Tucuman held 29%. Newells Old Boys had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Atletico Tucuman. Newells Old Boys made 3 substitutions, Atletico Tucuman made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Jorge Recalde 64′).
Match Events
Key match events between Newells Old Boys and Atletico Tucuman — 0 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Newells Old Boys had 71% possession against Atletico Tucuman's 29%. Newells Old Boys registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Atletico Tucuman managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 11–14.
Lineups
Newells Old Boys lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under G. Heinze, while Atletico Tucuman deployed a 4-3-1-2 under L. Pusineri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Newells Old Boys is —, compared to 7.30 for Atletico Tucuman. 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 —, while Atletico Tucuman's best-rated player is M. Estigarribia (7.30).
Defensive Solidity
Newells Old Boys deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Atletico Tucuman'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 Atletico Tucuman'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 Atletico Tucuman averaging 7.30. 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 28.0 (youngest: J. Pérez (22), oldest: G. Velázquez (34)), while Atletico Tucuman average 30.0 (youngest: M. Estigarribia (30), oldest: M. Estigarribia (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Newells Old Boys's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 1 for Atletico Tucuman. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Newells Old Boys have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Atletico Tucuman show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Newells Old Boys and Atletico Tucuman have met 3 times — Newells Old Boys won 3, Atletico Tucuman won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Newells Old Boys leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (7 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Newells Old Boys are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026