Deportivo Pereira vs Envigado Prediction: Can Pereira Continue its Run Towards the Playoffs?

In the upcoming scheduled fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 16, Deportivo Pereira will be taking on Envigado FC at the Estadio Hernán Ramírez Villegas in Pereira. Moving in the contest, Deportivo Pereira stands 14th with 4 wins and 17 points, whereas Envigado FC stands 12th with 4 wins and 18 points. Envigado and Deportivo Pereira last played against each other in October 2022, and the final scoreline was 0-2. Envigado has won three of the last four matches played between the two, making the upcoming matchup an interesting one to witness. Continue reading to find out more about the matchup and predicted outcomes. 

Deportivo Pereira - Coming off Two Consecutive Defeats (LLDWD)

Going in the matchup against Envigado, the home side is coming off two back-to-back away defeats. Whereas the last two home matches have resulted in a draw for Pereira. After conceding the opening goal in the last outing against Cali, Carlos Ramirez scored the all-important equalizer with an assist made by Johan Bocanegra. With the presence of Ramirez, Londono, and Suarez in the lineup, Pereira will be hoping to keep its chances illuminated for making it into the playoffs. Deportivo Pereira averages 2.00 goals in the last 10 matches when playing at home. Against the scoring average, Pereira’s conceding average is 1.60 goals. Hence, the upcoming matchup could simultaneously have the home side and scoring and conceding goals. With 2 draws, 2 defeats, and a win in the last five matches played, Deportivo Pereira will be hoping for a better performance at home. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Deportivo Pereira

Aldair Quintana; Carlos Ramírez, Geisson Perea, Juan Zuluaga, Juan Quintero; Yilmar Velásquez, Jhonny Vásquez, Johan Bocanegra; Ángelo Rodríguez, Arley Rodríguez, Jimer Fory.

Envigado FC - Has Struggled in Away Fixtures (DWLDL)

Going in the matchup, Envigado FC is coming off a draw (0-0) against Atletico Nacional. With Banguera, Cuervo, Mosquera, and Rodallega in the position, Envigado certainly demonstrated competitive defense against Atletico Nacional. For the upcoming away fixture, Envigado will be feeling the heat, as it has scored just four goals in the last six away outings. With a goal-scoring average of 0.50 goals in the last 10 away matches, Envigado is likely to struggle against Pereira. Secondly, the scoring average is just 0.90 goals, which isn’t dominating as Pereira’s at home. Therefore, Envigado FC might struggle against Deportivo Pereira in the upcoming matchup. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Envigado FC

Joan Parra; Gendry Cuervo, Santiago Noreña, Jhon Banguera, Yeferson Rodallega; Yilson Mosquera, Juan Manuel Zapata, Freddy Espinal, Diego Moreno, Rubio España; Daniel Arcila.

Expert Betting Tips

Comparing the two teams based on their home and away records, the upcoming matchup is likely to be intense and tricky. Deportivo Pereira has drawn 4 and lost 1 of the last 5 matches played at home. Therefore, the upcoming home game will be very crucial in the context of the three win points at stake. On the other hand, Envigado has struggled in away fixtures and has a poor scoring average. Therefore, I am backing Deportivo Pereira to win and get its winning form straight. The match total is expected to be under 2.5 goals, with only the home side scoring. 

• Deportivo Pereira to Win for 1.83
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.61
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.71