Almagro vs San Martin S.J. - Primera Nacional

The history between Almagro and San Martin S.J. lends this Primera Nacional fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on May 17, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. Real Madrid vs Fiorentina: Line-ups, stats and preview for pre-season clash.

In the Primera Nacional table, Almagro currently occupy 13th and San Martin S.J. sit 7th, and the context adds genuine weight to what is already an intriguing fixture. Almagro have blown hot and cold, D across their last five and a win rate of 31.03% that leaves room for improvement. San Martin S.J. have blown hot and cold, LWWWW across their last five and a season win rate of 39.29%. Where Almagro have leaned on defensive discipline, San Martin S.J. have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. Central midfield remains a position Leeds are keen to add in despite so far failing to reach an agreement with Southampton for Shea Charles.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Almagro may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but San Martin S.J. have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. It isn't clear yet that this will definitely be a winger, with Maresca and sporting director Hugo Viana flexible over their attack.

With A. Ruiz leading the league's scoring charts at 2 goals, the contest is unlikely to be short of attacking intent. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Al Hilal are in talks with Aston Villa over a deal to sign striker Ollie Watkins, who is keen on the move.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. San Martin S.J. look well-equipped to take the points on the road, with a 1-2 victory well within their reach. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the Primera Nacional standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. The Spaniard heading to Barca all but rules out a midfield departure from the Bernabeu and thus United will likely have to look elsewhere.