Racing Vs Paranaense
Match Preview
Racing and Paranaense will face off in a highly anticipated Copa Libertadores matchup on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Both teams come into the match with impressive records and will be looking to secure a vital victory. Racing currently sits atop the Group B standings with 10 points, while Paranaense is close behind in second place with 8 points.
Racing has been in excellent form in the Copa Libertadores, winning three of their four matches, including a 2-0 victory over Paranaense in the reverse fixture. The Argentine side will be confident of their chances of securing another positive result against their Brazilian opponents.
Paranaense, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from their defeat to Racing in the first leg. The Brazilian side has been in good form domestically, but they have struggled somewhat in the Copa Libertadores, winning just two of their four matches. They will need to improve their performance if they want to secure a positive result in Argentina.
Team News
Racing will be without the suspended Enzo Copetti and Emiliano Vecchio for the match against Paranaense. However, they will be boosted by the return of Carlos Alcaraz, who has been out with injury. Paranaense, meanwhile, have no major injury concerns and will be able to field a strong team.
Prediction
Racing will be the slight favorites to win the match, given their home advantage and impressive form in the Copa Libertadores. However, Paranaense is a dangerous side and will be looking to cause an upset. A close match is expected, with Racing likely to edge out a narrow victory.
Key Stats:
- Racing has won three of their four matches in the Copa Libertadores this season.
- Paranaense has won just two of their four matches in the Copa Libertadores this season.
- Racing won the reverse fixture against Paranaense 2-0.
- Racing is the slight favorite to win the match, according to the bookmakers.
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