Club Atlético Platense vs Club Atlético Peñarol prediction 07.05.2026 | Copa Libertadores

Platense have made a strong impression in Group E, collecting 6 points from their opening three matches and sitting second behind the elite South American opposition Corinthians. They have won two of those fixtures, including the crucial away victory over Peñarol and a 2-1 home win against Santa Fe.

However, their recent overall form has been inconsistent. They have lost three of their last six matches across all competitions and have struggled at home, losing four of their last six on their own ground.

In terms of squad availability, Platense are dealing with multiple injury issues. Ignacio Vázquez, Héctor Bobadilla, Franco Minerva, Marcos Portillo, and Gonzalo Goñi are all unavailable, which limits depth - particularly in defensive and midfield areas.

Peñarol’s campaign has been underwhelming so far, with just a single point from three matches, leaving them third in the group and at risk of early elimination. They have yet to register a win, drawing once and losing twice, while conceding 5 goals - one of the weaker defensive records in the group. The only positive they could take from these opening three fixtures was the manner of those defeats - all three were by relatively narrow margins.

Recent form across all competitions also raises concerns. Peñarol are winless in their last seven matches, reflecting a lack of momentum heading into this fixture. 

Injury-wise, Tomás Olase is ruled out, though Peñarol otherwise retain a relatively stable squad compared to their opponents.