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América de Cali vs Once Caldas: Predictions & Insights

Get expert predictions, key stats, and team news for the América de Cali vs. Once Caldas matchup.

A vibrant stadium scene showing passionate fans wearing the colors of both América de Cali and Once Caldas. The vibrant banners and the intense expressions on the faces of the spectators capture the excitement around the upcoming match. The field is lush and green, perfectly marked, with goal nets in the background, emphasizing the spirit of competitive football. This image represents the anticipation and enthusiasm for the Categoría Primera A clash.

Match Overview

The upcoming match between América de Cali and Once Caldas promises to be an exciting fixture in the Categoría Primera A. Both teams are looking to boost their standing after mixed performances in recent games. América de Cali is coming off a solid win against Once Caldas (3-0) while Once Caldas managed a string of draws but is seeking to regain momentum.

Recent Form

Analyzing recent performances, we see:

  • América de Cali:
    • Matches Played: 10
    • Wins: 4
    • Draws: 2
    • Losses: 4
    • Goals Scored: 1.20, Goals Conceded: 1.10
  • Once Caldas:
    • Matches Played: 10
    • Wins: 3
    • Draws: 5
    • Losses: 2
    • Goals Scored: 0.90, Goals Conceded: 1.30

The historical head-to-head results between both teams showcase a competitive rivalry:

  • In their last 10 meetings, América de Cali has won 3 matches, Once Caldas 1, and 6 ended in draws.

Betting Insights

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Considering the attacking and defensive stats:

  • BTTS No Odds (Both Teams to Score: No) stands at attractive odds of 1.61 for América de Cali or 1.70 for Once Caldas.
  • Experts suggest there’s approximately a 62.1% chance for América de Cali failing to score against Once Caldas. The BTTS No bet appears lucrative.

Asian Handicap

An interesting wager might be taking Once Caldas +0.75 at a price of 1.83. Given their historical performance, this could provide good value for those looking for safer betting options.

Key Players to Watch

  1. América de Cali:

    • Rodrigo Holgado (Top Scorer: 6 goals)
    • Cristian Barrios (3 goals)
    • Yojan Garces (Top Assistor: 3 assists)

  2. Once Caldas:

    • Dayro Moreno (Top Scorer: 8 goals)
    • Billy Arce (4 goals)
    • Alejandro Garcia (Top Assistor: 2 assists)

Team News

As the game approaches, it’s essential to keep track of squad announcements and any injuries that may impact the lineups:

  • América de Cali is looking to bounce back after a 1-0 loss to Junior, while Once Caldas recently faced 0-0 draws against Junior.

Predictions

Given the current form and statistical analysis, our predictions are:

  • Final Result: América de Cali wins by 2-0 (Odds: 6.75)
  • Best Bet: Both Teams to Score - No @ 1.61

This match is critical as both teams aim to solidify a stronger position in the Categoría Primera A standings. Make sure to check back for live updates and final team news ahead of the kickoff!

Odds Summary

  • América de Cali Odds: 1.67 to win
  • Once Caldas Odds: 5.60 to win
  • Draw Odds: 2.88

Gamble responsibly. Odds subject to change.

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