Deportivo Merlo desperately need points on Saturday, Oct 10 at 10:00 PM in the Primera B Metropolitana. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Laferrere come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Deportivo Merlo travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Laferrere won their last outing, while Deportivo Merlo suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Laferrere here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Deportivo Merlo, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Laferrere won 1–2.

Verdict: Laferrere look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Deportivo Merlo will make it uncomfortable. Laferrere to win.