Dock Sud vs San Martín Burzaco - Primera B Metropolitana

Dock Sud prepare to host San Martín Burzaco at the home ground on August 9, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Primera B Metropolitana season. Manchester United drew 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain in their fourth pre-season fixture of the summer on Saturday.

Dock Sud head into the contest positioned 12th in the Primera B Metropolitana standings, while San Martín Burzaco arrive sitting 11th. The hosts have struggled for consistency, L in their last five pointing to a win rate of 28.57%. San Martín Burzaco have blown hot and cold, W across their last five and a season win rate of 28.57%. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Dock Sud average 1.09 per game to San Martín Burzaco's 0.94, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. 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.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. Dock Sud will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while San Martín Burzaco will back themselves to cause problems on the break. Everton are aware of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, but there has been no formal approach or contact with them, and they have no appetite to sell the 26-year-old, who has three years on his deal.

Game-changers are scattered across both line-ups, and the contest may well be decided by which side's match-winners deliver on the day. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. The Sun claim that former Reds forward Jadon Sancho is reportedly drawing interest from Qatari side Al-Rayyan, following previous transfer links to Roma.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. San Martín Burzaco look well-equipped to take the points on the road, with a 1-2 victory well within their reach. With positions in the Primera B Metropolitana table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. The Spaniard heading to Barca all but rules out a midfield departure from the Bernabeu and thus United will likely have to look elsewhere.