America de Cali vs Independiente Medellin Prediction: Can Cali Maximize the Home Support Against Medellin?

In the upcoming fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Quadrangular Stage, Round 2, America de Cali will be up against Independiente Medellin at the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero in Cali. With both teams securing a draw in their previous outing, the upcoming matchup is likely to produce a result, driving a change in the current points table standings. The two sides last played in February this year, and America de Cali won 0-1 away from home. The last five matches played between the two have produced a winner. Independiente Medellin has dominated on 4 occasions, whereas Cali has been only successful once. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup in Cali. 

America de Cali - Playing in Front of their Home Crowd (DLDWL)

Going in the matchup against Independiente Medellin, America de Cali is coming off a draw against Chico FC (1-1), in which Facundo Suarez scored the all-important equalizer in the 64th minute of play. Though Cali had managed only 39% possession, some how managed to keep Chico FC off the pace, which is why they managed to secure a draw. America de Cali has produced 2 draws, 2 defeats, and a win in the last five matches played. Hence, carrying the inconsistent match form forward, America de Cali will be looking to bag a win at home and repeat their previous performance against Medellin. About the overall scoring, America de Cali has scored 5 goals, averaging 1.00 goals per game. In comparison to the scoring average, Cali has allowed 5 goals as well, which is why they will need to reinforce themselves with a solid gameplay strategy. 

Expected Opening Lineup for America de Cali

Diego Novoa; Brayan Cordoba, Kevin Andrade and John Garcia; Esneyder Mena, Luis Alejandro Paz, Franco Leys, Andrés Sarmiento, Cristian Barrios and Darwin Quintero; Facundo Suarez.

Independiente Medellin - Coming off a Win Against Nacional (WDWWD)

Moving forward in the contest, Independiente Medellin is coming off a win against Nacional (2-1) in the recent Copa Libertadores outing. With 72% possession and an accurate passing percentage of 89%, Medellin was simply spot on. Andres Ibarguen scored the opening goal in the 25th minute of play, with an assist made by Edwin Cetre. Next, Deiner Quinonez scored the second goal in the 68th minute, and this time Jaime Alvarado was spot-on with the assist. With three wins and two drawn fixtures in the last five matches played, Medellin has certainly done well in recent fixtures. Hence, the momentum is likely to help Medellin dominate America de Cali in Cali. About the scoring, Independiente Medellin has scored 11 goals in the last five matches played across all competitions, averaging 2.20 goals per game. In comparison to the scoring, Medellin has allowed 5 goals, averaging 1.00 goals per game. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Independiente Medellin

Andrés Mosquera Marmolejo; Juan Guillermo Arboleda, Victor Moreno, Andrés Felipe Cadavid, Yulián Andrés Gómez; Felipe Pardo, Adrián Arregui, Andrés Ricaurte, Vladimir Hernández; Diber Cambindo, Luciano Pons.

Expert Betting Tips

The upcoming matchup between Independiente Medellin and America de Cali is likely to have a total of over 2.5 goals, as 9 of the last 10 matches of Medellin recorded a total of over 2.5 goals. Going forward in the contest, Medellin has the head-to-head lead in recent matches, whereas Cali has the undeniable home advantage in its favor. Hence, I am predicting a draw or Medellin to win. Both sides are likely to score and Medellin to score the opening goal, as it has scored first in 5 of the last 7 meetings between the two. 

• Double Chance - Draw or Independiente Medellin for 1.80
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.13
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.89