CA Platense VS Coquimbo Unido

Platense is in a poor state, currently sitting at the 24th position in the Argentine Primera División. However, their morale got a boost as they ended a two - game losing streak by winning away against Argentinos Juniors in the last round. Looking at their home form, they've had a dismal record in the last ten home games, with only 1 win, 4 draws, and 5 losses. This results in a low unbeaten rate and shows that they lack a home - field advantage. Their attacking power is weak, averaging only 0.6 goals per game at home, and their defense is shaky, conceding 1.6 goals on average during these home matches. On the other hand, Coquimbo Unido is in a decent position, ranking 7th in the Chilean Primera División. They've managed to maintain a stable form, drawing at home against Deportes Serena in the last round and remaining unbeaten in the last two games. Their away form is quite remarkable. In the last ten away games, they've achieved 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, which gives them a high unbeaten rate and indicates strong away - game capabilities. Their attack is not overly powerful, scoring 1.2 goals per game on average away from home, but their defense is relatively stable, conceding the same number of goals on average. In this Copa Libertadores round of 16 first - leg encounter, the differences in the teams' recent performances, home and away records, as well as their attacking and defensive capabilities, are likely to play a crucial role in determining the outcome.