- Central Norte Salta have won 1, drawn 4 and lost 2 of their 7 home matches, conceding 6 goals.
- Godoy Cruz have scored 3 goals in 8 away games in Primera Nacional 2026, an average of 0.38 goals per game.
Intensity will be crucial as Central Norte aim to shake up the table
Central Norte's form has been mixed since Mario Sciacqua took over in April 2026, winning 1, drawing 2 and losing 2 of their last 5 games, results which have done little to improve the club's standing in the league table, where they remain 35th in Primera Nacional 2026, on 15 points from 17 games.
Their last 3 results have seen them draw 1-1 at home to CA Chaco For Ever, lose 2-1 away at Acassuso and then draw 0-0 at home to San Telmo.
Central Norte's results at Estadio Padre Ernesto Martearena have been steady, with 2 draws and no defeats from the last 2 games and this is certainly the fixture they would have chosen to try and return to winning ways.
Sciacqua's side are a physically intense 4-4-2 or 4-1-3-2 side, with a focus on staying compact at the back, ball recovery and a collective high-intensity approach.
Julian Lopez is the team's main threat with 2 goals in 11 Primera Nacional games.
Our Central Norte Salta vs Godoy Cruz preview will provide further insight into how this match could unfold.
Godoy Cruz have the quality to create openings, but away goals are still a problem
13th placed Godoy Cruz, who have 25 points from 17 matches, are aiming higher in Primera Nacional 2026 and Pablo De Muner's flexibility with a 4-4-2 system since taking over in May 2026 has served them well.
Their side can build up possession, play direct and adapt their tempo and intensity of pressing to suit the game flow of any opponent.
Martin Pino leads the team with 7 goals in 17 league games, while the visitors' away form has been poor with 0 wins and 3 defeats from their last 3 away games.
Godoy Cruz's recent form has been equally as mixed, winning 2 and losing 3 of their last 5 matches, but those results include a 1-0 away defeat to Club Atletico Estudiantes, a 2-1 win at home to Club Atletico Mitre and a 1-0 defeat away at Almirante Brown.
The Central Norte Salta vs Godoy Cruz prediction will need to account for Central Norte's intense playing style, which may be tougher for Godoy Cruz to get to grips with, and the altitude of Salta will probably make it even more difficult for them to be creative in the offensive third, which should favour the home team.
This will be a tense, tight game with neither side really consistent enough in attack to warrant a confident bet in the outright market. According to our Central Norte Salta vs Godoy Cruz prediction, a low-scoring affair seems likely.
The odds on the Draw are an attractive 2.64, while Under 2.5 goals, which will be a certain result if this remains cagey, is available at 1.3 and Both Teams to Score - No at 1.52. Based on the recent form and home advantage, these Central Norte Salta vs Godoy Cruz betting tips suggest caution before backing the visitors.
Additionally, this Central Norte Salta vs Godoy Cruz prediction takes into account Godoy Cruz's struggles on the road, making Central Norte a tough opponent.
