Our Independiente Medellin vs Estudiantes LP Prediction: 1-2
Independiente Medellin vs Estudiantes LP in the Copa Libertadores is scheduled for an 00:00 GMT kick-off on Thursday April 9, 2026. A 1-2 win for the visitors is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks like a solid alternative given both teams’ recent scoring form.
Our prediction is supported by key Independiente Medellin vs Estudiantes LP stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Independiente Medellin's Last Match – Once Caldas vs Independiente Medellin
Independiente Medellin will look to build on their last result following a 1-1 Colombia Primera A stalemate against Once Caldas on April 3. In that match, Independiente Medellin recorded 46% possession, firing 9 shots at goal, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Once Caldas | 54% | 7 (1) | 0.64 | 34 |
 Independiente Medellin | 46% | 9 (5) | 0.66 | 42 |
Estudiantes LP's Last Match – San Lorenzo vs Estudiantes LP
Estudiantes LP must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-1 Argentina Liga Profesional defeat against San Lorenzo on April 3. In that match, Estudiantes LP controlled 57% of possession and managed 12 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 San Lorenzo | 43% | 7 (5) | 0.83 | 45 |
 Estudiantes LP | 57% | 12 (5) | 0.91 | 51 |
Independiente Medellin vs Estudiantes LP Stats
Key Stats
| Independiente Medellin | Estudiantes LP | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.11 | Attacking Strength | 1.35 |
| 1.87 | Defence Strength | 0.8 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 2/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Independiente Medellin are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Estudiantes LP average 1.1 scored and 0.4 conceded per game.
Independiente Medellin 14-11
Estudiantes LP 11-4
What are the odds for this match?
Independiente Medellin to win: @2.6
Draw: @3
Estudiantes LP to win: @2.9
Lineups
Independiente Medellin (4-4-2) : Eder Chaux, Leyser Chaverra Renteria, Daniel Londono, Jose Ortiz, Frank Fabra, Esneyder Mena, Baldomero Perlaza Perlaza, Alexis Serna Romana, John Montano, Francisco Chaverra, Francisco Fydriszewski
Estudiantes LP (4-4-2) : Fernando Muslera, Eric Meza, Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, Tomas Palacios, Gaston Benedetti Taffarel, Mikel Amondarain, Ezequiel Piovi, Tiago Palacios, Edwuin Cetre, Guido Carrillo, Facundo Farias