Match Summary
Newells Old Boys defeated Lanus 2:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by M. Moreno 54′, I. Ramírez 64′ (pen.), M. Miljevic 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Newells Old Boys had 41% possession while Lanus held 59%. Newells Old Boys had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Lanus. Expected goals: Newells Old Boys 1.17 — Lanus 1.83. Newells Old Boys made 5 substitutions, Lanus made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Newells Old Boys and Lanus — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Carrera
Penalty
assist: G. Chiaverano
Match Statistics
Newells Old Boys had 41% possession against Lanus's 59%. Newells Old Boys registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Lanus managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–2. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Newells Old Boys lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under R. Lunari, while Lanus deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Zielinski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Newells Old Boys is 6.77, compared to — for Lanus. 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 Lanus's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Newells Old Boys deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Lanus'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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Lanus's 5 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Lanus 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 32.7 (youngest: A. Méndez (29), oldest: G. Carabajal (35)), while Lanus average 27.5 (youngest: J. Soler (20), oldest: N. Domínguez (35)). 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. Lanus show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026