Independiente Medellín vs Rionegro Aguilas Prediction: Medellin Has Failed to Win Last Three Home Matches

In the upcoming fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 7, Independiente Medellin will take on Rionegro Aguilas at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot. Without any surprises, Rionegro Aguilas stands 2nd in the points table with 3 wins and 12 points from 6 matches played. On the other hand, Independiente Medellin stands 18th with just a win and 5 points so far. Medellin hasn’t been in form this season and is struggling to maintain consistency and pace. The last time these two teams played against each other, Medellin won (2-1). Moreover, in the last four head-to-head matchups, both teams have managed to win two matches each. 

Independiente Medellín - Coming off a Win Against El Nacional (WWDLL)

Going in the matchup, Independiente Medellin is coming off a win against El Nacional (2-1) in which Jordy Monroy Ararat and Diber Cambindo scored goals. What will be giving Medellin confidence this season is its recent qualification to the next stage in Libertadores. Apart from the Copa Libertadores journey, Medellin has fairly struggled in the Colombia Categoria. With a goal scoring average of 1.20 goals in the last 10 home matches, Medellin is likely to score at least a goal. Compared to the scoring average, the conceding average is 0.90 goals, which is quite decent in terms of the league. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Independiente Medellin

Andrés Mosquera; Jordy Monroy, Víctor Moreno, Jhon Palacios, Daniel Londoño; Daniel Torres, Andrés Ricaurte, Emerson Batalla, Felipe Pardo, Ever Valencia; Luciano Pons.

Rionegro Aguilas - Carrying an Unbeaten Run in Last 7 Matches (WDWWD)

Though Independiente Medellin is playing at home, it will have to perform exceptionally well to neutralize Rionegro Aguilas’ recent match form . Going in the matchup, Rionegro Aguilas is coming off a win against Bucaramanga (1-0) in which Macro Perez scored the only goal in the 70th minute of play. Progressing in the tournament under the command of Lucas Gonzalez, Rionegro has produced impeccable gameplay. Though Rionegro averages 0.90 goals in its last 10 away fixtures, it has the ability as a unit to win over Medellin.

Expected Opening Lineup for Rionegro Aguilas

José David Contreras; Mateo Puerta, Jean Pestaña, Jeison Quiñones, Yhorman Hurtado; Jean Pineda, Kevin Castaño, Jesús Rivas; Johan Caballero, Diego Valdés, Marco Pérez.

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the contest, both teams are coming off rigorous gameplay and consistency. Hence, we can expect a fighting encounter in order to secure three win points. Medellin will be under pressure and is likely to perform decently against Rionegro. I am predicting a draw or Independiente Medellin to win (2-1) as the goal scoring average of Medellin at home is better compared to Rioengro. Moreover, Medellin is coming off a win in Leg 2 of Libertadores second round, which is a booster for the entire side.

• Independiente Medellin to Win for 2.30
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.95
• Correct Score 2-1 for 7.5