Newells Old Boys
Estadio Marcelo Alberto Bielsa · Est. 1903
Newells Old Boys' 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina Campaign
Newells Old Boys' 2026 campaign in the Liga Profesional Argentina was a challenging affair, culminating in a 14th place finish with 15 points from 16 matches. Their record stood at 3 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, reflecting a season of hard-fought battles but a struggle to convert opportunities into victories. The team managed to score 15 goals while conceding 27, resulting in a goal difference of minus 12.
At home, Newells recorded 1 win, 4 draws, and 3 losses, scoring 6 times and allowing 10 goals. Away from home, they fared slightly better in terms of wins with 2 but suffered 4 defeats, scoring 9 and conceding 17 goals. Defensive solidity was elusive, with only two clean sheets all season, both at home. Their best run of form was a modest two-game winning streak, highlighting the difficulties in sustaining momentum.
Looking ahead, Newells Old Boys will be keen to tighten their defence and find more consistency in front of goal to climb the standings. With a foundation of resilience shown in numerous draws, the next chapter holds promise for turning close encounters into more favourable outcomes.
Points trajectory
Manager
Lucas Bernardi
Season at a glance
Streaks
Last result
Liga Profesional Argentina table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Estudiantes L.P. | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | +12 | 31 |
| 13 |  Central Cordoba de Santiago | 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | -10 | 16 |
| 14 |  Newells Old Boys | 16 | 3 | 6 | 7 | -12 | 15 |
| 15 |  Deportivo Riestra | 16 | 1 | 8 | 7 | -7 | 11 |
Newells Old Boys' 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina Campaign
Newells Old Boys have experienced a rather patchy 2026 campaign, finding consistency as elusive as a clean sheet on the road—they've managed just two shutouts all season, both at home. Their form string—spotted with more losses (7) than wins (3)—reveals a team that has struggled to convert draws (6) into victories, often dropping points by drawing rather than losing outright.
The biggest winning streak of two matches hints at fleeting bursts of promise, but the overall pattern is one of inconsistency. Defensive frailties are apparent, with 27 goals conceded against 15 scored, leaving them with a goal difference of -12. Sitting 14th in the league table, Newells Old Boys will need to tighten up at both ends if they wish to climb out of the lower reaches this season.
Statistics
Home / Away splits
Biggest results
- Biggest home win1-0
- Biggest away win1-3
- Biggest home loss0-2
- Biggest away loss5-0
Week-by-week trends
team vs league avg (dashed)Team Intelligence
Form & Record▾
Last 16 competitive
Injuries▾
No current injuries reported
Advanced Metrics▾
Current Streaks
Competitive matches only
Scored in 4 of last 5 games
Conceded in 4 of last 5 games
Clean sheet in 1 of last 5 games
Won 2 of last 5 games
No active streak
Drew 3 of last 5 games
Failed to score in 1 of last 5 games
Newells Old Boys: Home Comforts vs. Away Woes
Newells Old Boys have shown a curious split in their Liga Profesional Argentina campaign for 2026. At home, they've struggled to find the net with only six goals scored, while conceding ten. Their solitary home win and three losses reflect a team that hasn't quite settled on its own turf, though two clean sheets hint at occasional defensive solidity.
Away from home, the picture shifts slightly. Newells have netted nine goals on the road, more than at home, but their defence has been more porous, conceding 17 and failing to keep a single clean sheet away. With two away wins contrasting their home struggles, it seems Newells Old Boys might be more adventurous or perhaps just luckier when playing away, though the defensive frailties remain a concern regardless of venue.
Fipster's Record with Newells Old Boys
Fipster is still building its prediction record on Newells Old Boys during the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina campaign. With no scored fixtures yet, the model remains a fresh face when it comes to calling results for this club. Fans and followers might want to keep an eye on how Fipster's insights develop as the season progresses and more data accumulates.
Venue
Estadio Marcelo Alberto Bielsa
Squad
| # | Player | Pos | Apps | G | A | Mins | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Williams BarlasinaGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 21 |  Gabriel Arias ArroyoGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 30 |  Josué Jerónimo Reinatti BalansinoGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 3 |  Martín Abel LucianoDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 6 |  Martín Yamir OrtegaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 14 |  Armando Jesús Méndez AlcortaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 15 |  Saúl Savin Salcedo ZárateDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 22 |  Oscar Camilo SalomónDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 23 |  Nicolás Omar Eduardo GoiteaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 24 |  Gabriel Adolfo Risso PatrónDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 25 |  Bruno Leonel CabreraDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 34 |  Valentino TorrenteDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 37 |  Lucas BañosDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 38 |  Fabián Ariel NogueraDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 5 |  Luca RegiardoMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 8 |  David José SoteloMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 9 |  Michael Ryan HoyosMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 10 |  Valentino Andres AcuñaMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 19 |  Jerónimo Gómez MattarMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 26 |  Rodrigo Ezequiel HerreraMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 29 |  Marcelo César EspondaMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 |  Franco OrozcoAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 13 |  Matías Fernando Cóccaro FerreiraAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 16 |  Thiago Gael Gigena RuízAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 |  Franco Manuel GarcíaAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 |  Walter Uriel MazzanttiAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 20 | Facundo GauchAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 27 |  Luciano Ramón HerreraAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 28 | Jerónimo RussoAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 33 |  Walter Claudio NúñezAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 36 | Francisco ScarpeccioAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 39 | T. RiosAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 99 |  Juan Ignacio Ramírez PoleroAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| — | Sebastian MonteroAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
