About Match

Defensa y Justicia travel to face Vélez Sarsfield on Sunday, 16 August 2026 at 19:00 in the Liga Profesional de Fútbol. The match will be played at Estadio José Amalfitani. Vélez Sarsfield are fighting for the title, while Defensa y Justicia are pushing for a Champions League spot. Vélez Sarsfield currently sit 1st in the Liga Profesional de Fútbol while Defensa y Justicia are 3rd. In 11 previous meetings (2015–2026), Vélez Sarsfield have won 4, Defensa y Justicia 2, with 5 draws. Vélez Sarsfield have scored 12 goals this season (averaging 1.1 per game), while Defensa y Justicia have netted 15 (1.4 per game). Everything you need to know ahead of kick-off is available above.