Deportivo Cali vs Independiente Medellin Prediction: Can Deportivo Cali Make a Decent Comeback?

In the upcoming Primera Clausura Round 3, Deportivo Cali will take on Independiente Medellin. Going in the game, Deportivo Cali is coming off a poor defeat at the hands of Tolima (2-0). Whereas Independiente Medellin won their last outing against Patriotas (1-0). It's just the start of the season, and teams will be looking to align themselves as the game moves forward. Independiente Medellin looks in a pretty settled shape as they will be the favorites to win the upcoming game against Deportivo Cali.

Deportivo Cali - Playing at Home (LLDLW)

Going in the game, Deportivo Cali will look to make a bold statement as they play at home. Their last win came against Always Ready (3-0), which was even a while back. Deportivo Cali is yet to win a fixture in recent times, and the upcoming home game will be an ideal opportunity for them. In the head-to-head stats, Deportivo Cali has defeated Independiente Medellin 11 times and will look to make it 12 after Friday’s game. Deportivo Cali’s goal-scoring average is 0.7 goals per game, which isn’t quite sufficient to make them the absolute favorites. However, they have stayed unbeaten in their last four home games.

Key Players for Deportivo Cali

• Daniel Luna
• Teofilo Gutierrez
• Kevin Velasco
• Edgard Camargo

Independiente Medellin - Favorites to Win and Get to the Top Standing (WDWLW)

Going in the game, Independiente Medellin has lost only one game from their last five played. In their last game, the day was saved by Andres Cadavid, who utilized the penalty kick in the 66th minute. Medellin are expected to play with the same formation and an attacking mindset. Medellin’s goal-scoring average is quite fantastic, as they average about 1.3 goals per game. Moreover, their away form is spectacular as they haven’t been defeated in their last 4 away games.

Key Players for Independiente Medellin

• Luciano Pons
• Vladimir Hernandez
• Andres Cadavid
• Felipe Pardo

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Independiente Medellin will be the favorite to win. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 or around 3. Deportivo Cali might struggle with the goal scoring as they average under 1 goal per game.

• Independiente Medellin to Win for 2.70
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.74
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.56