Envigado FC vs Rionegro Aguilas Prediction: Can Envigado Keep its Chances Alive for Qualification?

In the upcoming fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 19, Envigado FC will be up against Rionegro Aguilas at the Estadio Polideportivo Sur in Envigado. According to the table standings of today, Rionegro Aguilas stands 3rd with 9 wins and 33 points, whereas Envigado stands 15th with 4 wins and 20 points from 18 matches played. With Envigado up against Rionegro, the top-performing team of Categoria A, the upcoming matchup could be a decisive one for the two. Rionegro Aguilas and Envigado last played against each other in March this year, and Rionegro won (1-0). Rionegro has defeated Envigado in the last three matchups, making themselves a favorite for the upcoming match as well. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup.

Going in the matchup, Envigado is coming off a clean-sheet defeat against Deportivo Cali (2-0) and a draw previously against Millonarios (1-1). Envigado is likely to have reasonable support at home, as they have played 10 matches at home this season. With the slightest of chances of securing a spot in the next stage, Envigado will have to register a win and secure three points at home. Coach Alberto Suarez will be hoping to capacitate on the current situation, keeping his side in action. In the last match against Cali, Envigado FC’s Norena was suspended on a red card; hence, he will be missing out on the upcoming matchup. With 51% possession and just 3 shots on target, Envigado failed to present themselves as superior. In the last five matches played, Envigado has lost two and drawn three matches. In the last two home matches, Envigado has managed to settle a draw (0-0) and lost to Huila (0-1). In the last five matches played, Envigado has scored just a goal, averaging 0.20 goals per game. In comparison to the scoring average, Envigado has conceded 4 goals, averaging 0.80 goals per game.

Joan Parra; Gendry Cuervo, Yilson Mosquera, Jhon Banguera, Yeferson Rodallega; Felipe Jaramillo, Juan Manuel Zapata, Jesús Vargas, Daniel Arcila, Rubio España; Louis Diaz.

Rionegro Aguilas is remarked among the most consistent teams in the competition, securing 9 wins and 6 draws from the 18 matches played in this Apertura season. Rionegro Aguilas is coming off a draw against La Equidad (1-1), in which Kevin Castano scored the equalizer in the 59th minute of play with an assist made by Jean Pestana. In continuation of events, Jean Pineda was sent off the field due to a red card suspension in the 70th minute of play. With two wins, two defeats, and a defeat in the last five matches played, Rionegro will be looking to add three more points against their name. Though Rionegro hasn’t performed quite well in the last two away matches, the upcoming matchup could have Rionegro striking back at the opposition. With 7 goals scored in the last five matches played, Rionegro averages 1.40 goals per game. 

José David Contreras; Mateo Puerta, Jeison Quiñones, Jean Pestaña, Diego Sánchez; Jean Pineda, Kevin Castaño, Jesus Rivas; John Salazar, Marco Perez, Johan Caballero.

With Rionegro Aguilas winning the last three matches against Envigado, the upcoming matchup is likely to have Rionegro dominating the home side. Considering the past form of Rionegro, I am expecting a draw or Rionegro to win. The match total is likely to be over 2.5 goals, as Rionegro has allowed goals in four of the last five matches. Marco Perez is likely to take his chances and score a goal, at least. 

• Aguilas Doradas to Win for 2.48
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.94
• Anytime Goal scorer - Marco Perez for 2.80