Dock Sud vs Flandria - Primera B Metropolitana

The Primera B Metropolitana returns to the home ground on May 16, 2026, where Dock Sud and Flandria will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. Just as was the case in the previous meeting between the teams in April of last year, when Emery's side gave them such a scare in the Champions League tie at Villa Park, PSG were hanging on at the end.

Dock Sud head into the contest positioned 12th in the Primera B Metropolitana standings, while Flandria arrive sitting 18th. The hosts have mirrored the form of a side still searching for rhythm — L over their last five, a win rate of 28.57%. Flandria have struggled to string results together away from home, WLWLW over their last five with a win rate of 28.57%. The contrast in attacking output — 1.09 versus 0.89 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. The Reds continue to retain an interest in the midfielder Manu Kone and left-back Lewis Hall, while one remaining high-profile departure this summer could come in the form of Marcus Rashford.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Dock Sud may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Flandria have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. And his efficiency in possession will be helped by those whom he now shares a dressing room with, allowing a more progressive midfielder to develop akin to City's style.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. In the Premier League alone, Hall enjoyed a breakthrough season under Eddie Hall, scoring a goal and bagging an assists in 30 appearances.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. The weight of evidence points to Dock Sud, and a 2-1 win for the hosts feels like the most probable outcome. More than just three points is on the line at the home ground — this is a fixture that could shape the narrative of both clubs' seasons. It is understood that his next move is most likely to take him abroad - and potentially to the Premier League.