Once Caldas vs Rionegro Águilas Prediction: Rionegro to Defeat the Home Favorites in a Low Scoring Contest

In the upcoming fixture of the Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 4, Once Caldas will play Rionegro Aguilas at the Estadio Palogrande in Manizales. Going in the matchup, Rionegro Aguilas has risen in the table standings and stands 4th with a win and 5 points. On the other hand, Once Caldas stands 16th with just 2 points. On paper Rionegro Aguilas looks quite tough and competent, however, the last time these two teams played each other, Once Caldas swept a 2-0 win. Continue reading to find out more about the two teams and their upcoming scheduled match.

Once Caldas - Coming off a Draw Against Deportivo Cali (DDLLD)

Going in the game against Rionegro, Once Caldas is coming off two consecutive draw games; Deportivo Cali (0-0) and Deportes Tolima (1-1). Moreover, Once Caldas will be looking forward to tough competition, however, a win against such a prolific team, and that too at home will give them an immense boost. In the previous 29 matches against Rionegro, Once Caldas averaged about 1.24 goals per game, which makes Once Caldas likely to score tomorrow. In the last 5 games played, Once Caldas has conceded just 5 goals, averaging about 1 goal per game. Hence, Once Caldas is likely to back its defense for another tough matchup.

Expected Opening Lineup for Once Caldas

Eder Chaux, Santiago Jiménez, Fáiner Torijano, Andrés Correa, Alejandro Artunduaga, Guillermo Celis, Juan David Rodríguez, Alejandro García Castillo, Sherman Cárdenas, John Pajoy, Dayro Moreno.

Rionegro Aguilas - Defeated Tolima at Home (WDDDL)

In just a span of two weeks Rionegro Aguilas has announced itself as the most robust team of the season. In the last game against Tolima, Rionegro ensured its dominance at home, scoring three goals in the first half of play. Jesus Rivas and Johan Caballero were spot on, whereas Jae Pineda scored the last goal in the 86th minute. With formidable players in the lineup, Rionegro is likely to once again dominate Once Caldas and settle the previous scores. Though Rionegro averages just 1.14 goals against Once Caldas, it will be backing itself to outperform the opposition in this season. With a remarkable goal scoring average of 1.7 goals per game, Rionegro is likely to push Once Caldas on the backfoot.

Expected Opening Lineup for Rionegro Aguilas

José David Contreras; Mateo Puerta, Jean Fuentes, Jeison Quiñones, Yhorman Hurtado; Jesús Rivas, Kevin Castaño, John Salazar; Jean Pineda, Johan Caballero, Marco Pérez.

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the high-pressure matchup, Once Caldas will look to maximize itself in the home fixture. However, Rionegro Aguilas will stay as top favorites, irrespective of the last meeting between the two. As the two sides are likely to stay firm, the game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals, and only Rionegro to score. The winning scoreline is expected to be 0-1 or 0-2. 

• Rionegro Aguilas to Win for 3.20
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.65
• Correct Score 0-1 for 6.5