Atletico Huila vs Deportivo Cali Prediction: Expecting a Draw

In the upcoming fixture of the Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 11, Atletico Huila will take on Deportivo Cali at the Estadio Guillermo Plazas Alcid in Neiva, Huila. The two sides are clearly struggling and haven’t produced sufficient performances so far in the contest. According to the table standings of today, Atletico Huila stands 15th with 3 wins and 10 points, and Deportivo Cali stands 20th with just a win and 8 points. The last time these two sides played against each other, Cali won on clean sheets (0-5).

Atletico Huila - Coming off a Defeat Against Tolima (LWWWL)

Going in the matchup against Cali, Huila is coming off a defeat against Tolima (2-1), in which Leonardo Escorcia scored the only goal against Tolima. With 45% possession and 3 shots on target, Tolima did start well but was unable to consolidate and register a progressive win. Secondly, Atletico Huila also missed three big chances to score, which resulted in a defeat. With three wins and two defeats in the last five matches played, Atletico Huila will be looking to keep itself in the hunt of the top 10 standings. With the likes of Torres, Tavera, and Escorcia in the lineup, Atletico Huila will be looking to make an impression at home and win.

Expected Opening Lineup for Atletico Huila

Jhon Figueroa; Jhon Lerma, Leonardo Escorcia, Jaime Giraldo, Andres Rivera; Ronaldo Tavera, Yosimarc Torres, Blas Diaz; Faber Gil Mosquera, Gustavo Britos, Marcus Vinicius.

Deportivo Cali - Coming off a Win in Colombia Cup Against Leones (WDLLD)

Going in the matchup, Deportivo Cali is coming off a clean sheet in against Leones (2-0), in which Andres Arroyo and Jhon Vasquez scored goals. Cali has managed to score only 2 goals in the last four matches of Categoria A, averaging 0.5 goals. Cali will be fancying its chances; however, Cali has lost its last two matches away from home. With the pressure of rising up in the points table, Deportivo Cali will need a robust performance to break the shackles and win. With the presence of Velasco, Castro, and Caldera in the lineup, Cali will be looking to play with a balanced approach.

Expected Opening Lineup for Deportivo Cali

Kevin Dawson; Juan José Tello, Germán Mera, José Caldera, Aldair Gutiérrez; Fabry Castro, Rafael Bustamante, Jhon Vásquez, Kevin Velasco, Daniel Mantilla; Kevin Viveros.

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the matchup, Huila is coming off a defeat, and Cali is coming off a draw against America de Cali (1-1) in Categoria A. For the upcoming matchup, I feel Cali will be feeling confident about at least securing a draw. Hence, the final result is likely to be drawn, and both teams to score positively. 

• Full Time Result- Draw for 3.20
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.66
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.848