Atletico Huila vs Atletico Bucaramanga Prediction: Huila Carrying a Losing Home Streak

In the upcoming fixture of the Colombia Categoria A, Apertura Matchday 2, Atletico Huila will be up against Atletico Bucaramanga at the Estadio Guillermo Plazas Alcid in Neiva. Going in the matchup, Atletico Huila is coming off a defeat against Union Magdalena (2-1), whereas Bucaramanga tied its opening game against Envigado (0-0). For the upcoming home fixture, many expectations will be with the home side, however, Huila failed to win any of its last 6 home fixtures. Continue reading to find more about head to head statistics, goal scoring averages, and much more. 

The last time these two sides played in August 2021, the game ended in a draw (1-1), with both teams scoring a goal each. From the 9 games played between the two, both sides have secured wins in three games each, and three fixtures ended in a draw. From the 9 nine games, there were only 2 games in which the game total was over 2.5 goals. Hence, the upcoming fixture is likely to be an exciting one, depending on team’s and their individual performances. 

After waiting for several years, Atletico Huila is finally playing in the Colombia Categoria A. For the upcoming home game, Atletico Huila will be looking to put an end to its losing run. In its opening game against Union Magdalena, Gustavo Britos was able to score the very first goal of the match, but Huila as a unit failed to restrict Magdalena. In the last 5 games played, Huila has scored 3 goals, averaging just 0.6 goals per game. The rate of conceding goals is also on a higher side, as Atletico Huila has conceded 2 or greater goals in 7 of its last 10 home fixtures. Talking specifically about the home games, Atletico Huila averages 0.90 goals and is conceding at an average of 2.10. Atletico Huila needs to minimize the goal conceding difference and improve itself in every department. 

Atletico Bucaramanga was solid in the previous game against Envigado. With a ball possession of 51% and three shots on target, Bucaramanga did showcase a pretty balanced attack. For the game against Atletico Huila, Bucaramanga will fancy its chances, as they have won 4 consecutive away games. With a goal scoring average of 1.40 goals per game in away games, Bucaramanga will look to make the most of Atletico Huila’s poor form. For the upcoming game, much will depend on the likes of Reina, Lencina, and Meza in the opening lineup. 

Considering the overall key stats of the two sides and Huila’s poor form at home, I am backing Atletico Bucaramanga to win. Atletico Huila has a game total of under 2.5 goals in 8 of the last 10 games. Hence, the upcoming fixture is likely to have a game total under 2.5 goals and only Bucaramanga to score.

• Atletico Bucaramanga to Win for 2.40
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.71
• Correct Score 0-2 for 6.00