- Gimnasia Jujuy lead the Primera Nacional 2026 table with 22 points from 10 games.
- CD Maipu sit in 25th with 11 points from their opening 10 games of Primera Nacional 2026.
A clash of two very different styles
Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy welcome struggling CD Maipu to Estadio 23 de Agosto on Sunday in what is sure to be a fascinating match-up between two very contrasting teams. In this Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy vs CD Maipu preview, the tactical and mental approach of both sides will be under the spotlight.
Hernan Pellerano’s side are top of the Primera Nacional 2026 having taken 22 points from their first ten matches and appear to be well on their way to achieving promotion. Pellerano has overseen the development of a tough, resilient and organised side since arriving at the club in November 2025, with a strong tactical identity and an ability to dictate the tempo of the game.
In contrast, CD Maipu have been inconsistent since the season began, including a 2-0 win at home over Gimnasia in Primera Nacional 2024. When looking at the Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy vs CD Maipu prediction, take into account that Maipu sit in 25th place having taken just 11 points from their 10 league games so far in 2026. Recent results have been a mixed bag with two wins, a draw and two losses in their last five outings, most recently edging Almagro 1-0 at home before a 0-0 draw with Patronato de Parana on their penultimate road trip. Mariano Raul Echeverria has recently taken the helm at CD Maipu and needs to stabilise a team which has reacted to the game rather than controlling it, with a tendency to push in the second half for goals.
Gimnasia can go top again with a home win
With 5 home games played this season, Gimnasia have won them all and scored an average of 2.60 goals per match. They have won their last two games at home to nil and are unbeaten in five overall, winning four, with their latest victory a convincing 6-1 win at the end of March over Almagro. Our Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy vs CD Maipu prediction suggests that their home strength will be difficult for Maipu to overcome.
CD Maipu have never won at Gimnasia in their two previous visits and are winless in their five away games this season, with two draws and three losses. Their lack of away goals is a concern, scoring just five goals on their travels, and their lack of match control and structure at this level will be tested in this clash.
The last four meetings between these sides in all competitions have ended evenly split with two wins apiece and no draws, but we feel Gimnasia can continue their current excellent run with another three points here. If you are searching for Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy vs CD Maipu betting tips, it’s worth noting that the hosts’ defensive and attacking records at home are impressive.
Gimnasia’s 4-4-2 system and structure should see them control the pace of the match and as CD Maipu are prone to losing their shape and urgency in the latter stages, we see the home side as favourites in the betting at 1.8 to take the win. Both teams have the ability to score and with Gimnasia’s excellent home record we feel Over 2.5 goals at 2.49 is a solid bet and Both Teams to Score - Yes at 2.28 is also a nice price here, as the clash of these two contrasting styles should allow plenty of space and chances for the home attack to capitalise. The Gimnasia Y Esgrima de Jujuy vs CD Maipu prediction leans heavily in favour of Gimnasia given their dominant home form.
Cristian Menendez is a consistent threat in front of goal for Gimnasia with four goals in ten Primera Nacional 2026 league matches and is a good anytime goal scorer bet for this game. On the other hand, Juan Gobetto has been in fine form for Maipu with six goals in nine league games and has scored three of their last five Primera Nacional 2026 goals.
