Independiente Petrolero and Bolivar meet on Sunday, Sep 6 at 9:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Primera Division. Just 2 points separate them in the standings.

Independiente Petrolero come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Bolivar, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Independiente Petrolero head into this on the back of a defeat, while Bolivar arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Independiente Petrolero face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Bolivar have won 7 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Bolivar won 1–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Independiente Petrolero a slight edge, but Bolivar are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.