Nublense

vs

O'Higgins

Predictions & Betting Tips

Contrasting styles on show in the Chile Primera Division

Nublense and O’Higgins will bring very different tactical approaches to Sunday’s crucial Primera División 2025 matchup. Ronald Fuentes took over as Nublense manager in late April 2025 and has instilled a more controlled, possession-based style on the team. His side play a proactive, ball-oriented 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 system that builds up patiently from the back and are capable of creating plenty of chances. This Nublense vs O'Higgins preview highlights that the problem for Nublense is that they are not killer enough to finish off games and their recent form is a mixed bag of 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five league games. The 2-2 draw away to Colo Colo was a good result, but they have followed it up with back-to-back home draws, so they need to improve.

O’Higgins have a sharp shooter

Nublense’s talisman is Gonzalo Sosa, the striker who has three goals in 11 league appearances and has scored three of his team’s five recent goals, so back him to make the difference if anyone does. O’Higgins, meanwhile, have the more potent finisher in Bryan Rabello, who has bagged four in eight and two in their last 5 outings. This Nublense vs O'Higgins prediction will come down to which striker can take advantage of their opportunities. Francisco Meneghini has been at the helm of O’Higgins since January 2025 and brings a pragmatic 4-4-2 setup focusing on compact defense and rapid counter-attacks.

Home advantage may be the difference

O’Higgins claimed an impressive 2-0 home win over Universidad Catolica just 2 days ago, but have stumbled with two away defeats in their last two road games and this trip to Nublense will be a stern test. The home side are unbeaten in their three most recent home games (W1, D2), so the odds for the Double Chance market look a bit generous at +242 with O’Higgins at +205 to take the points and Nublense at +138 to do so. Our Nublense vs O'Higgins prediction is influenced by the contrast in playing styles, which could make this a chess match with Nublense trying to dictate terms but vulnerable to a counter-punch by the visitors. O’Higgins have failed to win their three previous trips to Nublense across all current competitions and the better form and home advantage suggests the hosts will edge it, which is why these Nublense vs O'Higgins betting tips might lean towards the home side.