Tigre host Sarmiento (Junín) in a Liga Profesional clash at Monumental de Victoria

match details and competition context

The Liga Profesional returns with a Saturday night fixture on 7 November 2026 featuring Tigre against Sarmiento (Junín). Kick-off is set for 01:00 UTC at Monumental de Victoria (José Dellagiovanna) in Buenos Aires. This league encounter provides both teams an opportunity to improve their positions in the standings as the season progresses. Tigre currently sit 11th while Sarmiento (Junín) occupy a higher 8th place, separated by five points.

standings and form overview

Tigre have played 15 matches so far, winning four, drawing four and losing seven. They have scored 15 goals and conceded 16, resulting in a goal difference of minus one. Recent results have been mixed, with only one win in their last five games, alongside one draw and three losses. Their most recent victory came on 30 October away at Huracán, winning 2-0.

Sarmiento (Junín) have also played 15 games but have a stronger record, winning six, drawing three and losing six. They have netted 23 goals but conceded 23 as well, leaving their goal difference at zero. Their last five results include one win, two draws and two losses. They suffered back-to-back defeats to Gimnasia La Plata and Rosario Central before a 1-2 home loss to Rosario Central on 31 October. Prior to that, they had secured a 3-1 away win at Aldosivi on 9 October.

head-to-head and previous encounter

This fixture marks only the second meeting between these sides this season. Their previous encounter was on 25 April 2026, where Sarmiento (Junín) secured a narrow 1-0 home victory over Tigre. That result gives Sarmiento the historical edge in this head-to-head matchup. Tigre will be keen to overturn that result on home soil in Buenos Aires.

expectations and outlook

With Tigre positioned 11th and Sarmiento (Junín) 8th, this match could have significant implications for the mid-table standings. Tigre’s recent form shows vulnerability with just one win in five, while Sarmiento (Junín) have been inconsistent but slightly more stable in securing points. Both teams have conceded seven goals each in their last five matches, indicating defensive weaknesses to address.

The home advantage at Monumental de Victoria may offer Tigre some encouragement as they aim to close the gap on Sarmiento. Meanwhile, Sarmiento will look to maintain their higher league position and add to their points tally to push nearer to the top half. The previous 1-0 win for Sarmiento suggests they could be the slight favourites, but Tigre’s recent away win at Huracán hints at potential for an upset.

Where the teams stand

Recent form

Head-to-head