Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas Prediction & Betting Tips

Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas Match Preview

Deportivo Cali welcome Once Caldas in a fixture that brings together two sides moving through the early stages of the Colombian Primera A season with contrasting momentum. Cali have remained competitive in tight matches but have struggled to consistently turn control into victories, leaving them hovering around the middle of the table.

Once Caldas arrive with greater attacking confidence after a run of productive performances in front of goal. Their recent results suggest a team comfortable pushing matches forward, although defensive lapses have occasionally prevented them from fully dominating games.

Deportivo Cali Searching for Consistency in Tight Encounters

Deportivo Cali have become increasingly involved in low-scoring and closely contested matches. Their most recent outing finished 1-1 against Fortaleza FC, following a disciplined 0-0 draw away at Bucaramanga. Earlier, Cali secured a notable 1-0 home victory over Atletico Nacional, showing their ability to manage matches when leading.

However, inconsistency remains visible across recent weeks. A 3-2 defeat away to Inter Bogota exposed vulnerabilities when defending transitions, while a 0-0 draw with Millonarios highlighted their occasional lack of cutting edge in the final third. Across nine league matches they have scored 11 goals and conceded eight, suggesting a team that maintains structure but rarely pulls games away from opponents.

At home, Cali often prefer a controlled tempo, prioritising organisation before committing numbers forward. This cautious approach keeps matches balanced but can also limit attacking fluency when chasing goals.

Once Caldas Building Momentum Through Attacking Output

Once Caldas come into this fixture with a far more open recent run of results. Their latest match delivered a convincing 3-0 win over Chico, a performance that followed a high-scoring 4-2 victory against Fortaleza FC. These attacking displays underline a side currently confident in the final third.

Earlier results show a mixture of resilience and vulnerability. A 2-1 win against Junior demonstrated their ability to edge competitive games, while a narrow 2-1 defeat away to Deportes Tolima exposed the defensive risks that sometimes appear when pushing forward aggressively. They also collected a 1-1 draw away at Alianza Petrolera, reinforcing their tendency to stay involved in matches even when not fully controlling them.

With 16 goals scored in nine league games, Once Caldas have been significantly more productive in attack than their opponents. Their matches frequently open up in the second half as their forward line presses higher and forces defensive mistakes.

Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas Prediction

The best bet for this match leans towards Once Caldas draw no bet at 2.50 odds. Their recent attacking momentum, highlighted by victories such as 3-0 against Chico and 4-2 over Fortaleza FC, suggests they currently carry greater offensive threat. Deportivo Cali’s run of draws, including 1-1 against Fortaleza and 0-0 at Bucaramanga, shows a team capable of competing but not always converting control into wins.

Goals at both ends also look likely given the recent scoring patterns from both sides. Once Caldas have scored in four of their last five matches, while Deportivo Cali have found the net in games against Fortaleza FC, Atletico Nacional and Inter Bogota despite mixed outcomes. Backing both teams to score at 1.95 odds reflects the attacking involvement shown by both teams in recent fixtures.

For those considering a correct score prediction, 2-1 Once Caldas stands out as a realistic outcome. Cali’s defensive structure tends to keep matches competitive, but their recent results show they can still concede when opponents press aggressively. Once Caldas’ attacking rhythm suggests they could edge a close contest while still allowing the hosts to find a goal.

Peter Green- March 4, 2026

Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas Betting Tips

Draw no bet: Once Caldas

OK

2.50 Odds

Both teams to score

OK

1.95 Odds

Correct score: Once Caldas 2-1

OK

12.00 Odds