Atletico Huila vs Deportivo Pasto Prediction: Pasto Making Progress in the Top Six

In the upcoming fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 14, Atletico Huila will take on Deportivo Pasto at the Estadio Guillermo Plazas Alcid in Neiva, Huila. According to the table standings of today, Atletico Huila stands 14th with just 4 wins and 14 points from 13 matches played. On the other hand, Deportivo Pasto finds itself at the 6th spot with 6 wins and 20 points. Without any doubt, Pasto has elevated itself and is likely to emerge as winners against Huila. Atletico Huila and Deportivo Pasto last played against each other in October 2021 and Pasto won (1-0). Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup between the two.

Atletico Huila - Coming off a Draw Against Millonarios (DLWLW)

Going in the matchup, Huila managed to secure a draw against Millonarios (1-1) in the last outing of Categoria A. After conceding a goal in the 19th minute, Gustavo Britos was spot-on with the equalizer in the 27th minute of play. Faber Gil delivered the all-important clearance assist, relieving some pressure from his side. Though Jose Ramirez, Daniel Hernandez, and Marcelo Davalos were sent in after the 80th minute, they couldn’t really finish of well and the match ended in a draw. When playing at home, Huila has scored 1.00 goals in the last 10 home matches. Against the scoring average, Huila has conceded goals at an average of 1.90 goals. Hence, Huila might be looking to play with a much more reinforced defense instead of attack against Pasto.

Expected Opening Lineup for Atletico Huila

Jhon Figueroa; Jhon Lerma, Jonathan Lopera, Leonardo Escorcia, Andres Rivera; Yosimarc Torres, Blas Diaz. Sebastián Hernández; Faber Gil Mosquera, Gustavo Britos, Marcus Vinicius.

Deportivo Pasto - Coming off a Narrow Margin Win Against Bucaramanga (WLDWL)

Going in the matchup, Deportivo Pasto is coming off a comprehensive win against Bucaramanga (1-0), in which Carlos Hidalgo scored the only goal for Pasto in the 2nd minute of play. Daniel Moreno was also sharp with the cross just making it comfortbale for Hidalgo to shoot in the bottom left corner. With 2 wins, 2 defeats, and a draw in the last five matches played, Pasto has certainly done well and is likely to maintain its form. In the last 10 away matches played, Pasto has scored with an average of 1.20 goals. The conceding average has remained about 1.40 goals. Hence, the visitors are also likely to play with a balanced strategy in order to claim three important win points.

Expected Opening Lineup for Deportivo Pasto

Diego Martinez; Juan Garavito, Cristian Tovar, Jesus Figueroa, Christian Mafla; Camilo Ayala, Johan Caicedo, Daniel Moreno, Billy Arce, Edwar Lopez; Carlos Hidalgo.

Expert Betting Tips

The match is likely to stretch in the final minutes of play, therefore, I am expecting both sides to score. Huila has conceded 6 and Pasto has conceded 5 goals in the last five matches. Hence, the scoreline is likely to both teams at least scoring a goal. However, Pasto is likely to bag the winning advantage and make the scoreline 1-2. I am expecting Pasto to win or the match to end in draw.

• Double Chance - Draw or Deportivo Pasto for 1.50
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.01
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.57