Defensa y Justicia host Instituto Cordoba on Saturday, Oct 17 at 12:00 AM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the Liga Profesional – Clausura, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Defensa y Justicia come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Instituto Cordoba are in good form (3W 1D 1L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Despite playing at home, Defensa y Justicia face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Instituto Cordoba have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Defensa y Justicia won 1–4.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Defensa y Justicia a slight edge, but Instituto Cordoba are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.