Junior FC VS Deportivo Pereira Prediction: Copa Libertadores Qualification on the Line

In the upcoming fixture of the Colombia Categoria A, Junior FC will be up against Deportivo Pereira at the Estadio Metropolitano de Fútbol Roberto Meléndez in in Barranquilla. Going in the contest, Junior FC is coming off a win-less run, whereas Deportivo Pereira is coming off a win against Santa Fe. Though Junior FC leads the head-to-head win count, Deportivo Pereira won the last faceoff 4-3.

Junior FC - Coming off a Defeat Against Millonarios (LLDLL)

Going in the contest, Junior FC stands at the bottom of the points table with just a single point. The qualification scenario is unlikely to be met, however, Junior FC is likely to make a reasonable comeback. In the previous game against Millonarios, Junior FC’s defense was on point, however, it lacked the attacking element in common. Junior FC is likely to continue with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Cabrera and Bacca leading the attack formation. With a goal scoring average of 1.2 goals per game, Junior FC can demonstrate decent gameplay.

Key Players for Junior FC

• Pacheco
• Viera
• Haydar

Deportivo Pereira - Coming off Two Back to Back Wins (WWLLW)

Going in the game, Deportivo Pereira will be confident about its overall approach. In the previous game, Brayan Muniz, Leider Berrio, Jimer Fory, and Leonardo Castro were on point. With an attacking 3-4-1-2 formation, Deportivo Pereia will be the favorites to win and clinch the important three points. With the likes of Leon, Berrio, and Castro leading the attack, Deportivo Pereira are certainly much stronger on paper. 

Key Players for Deportivo Pereira

• Correa
• Mosquera
• Velasquez

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Deportivo Pereira are the considerable favorites for winning. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals and Deportivo Pereira to win 0-2.

• Deportivo Pereira to Win for 2.72
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.84
• Corners Under 9 for 2.00