America de Cali vs Once Caldas Prediction 30 January 2026
⚽️ The upcoming clash between América de Cali and Once Caldas promises to be a true football spectacle. Both teams have shown solid form in recent games, and their encounter could shape the power dynamics in the Primera A standings. América de Cali have been dominant at home, winning 6 of their last 7 home matches, which makes them the favorites for this match. Meanwhile, Once Caldas are on an eight-game unbeaten streak and are renowned for their strong defense. An intriguing tactical battle is expected, with a focus on counterattacks and ball control.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 20 September 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - America de Cali):
- ball possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 6;
- fouls: 7 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams America de Cali and Once Caldas:
- played 36 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 11, for the away team - 10, draws - 15;
- number of goals - 42 against 47;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.89, in the 2nd half - 1.58;
- average total goals in the match - 2.47.
Head-to-head statistics America de Cali - Once Caldas

America de Cali Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the Primera A, featuring Boyacá Chicó as the home side against América de Cali. The game concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (América de Cali vs Boyacá Chicó):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 1 vs 5;
- fouls: 20 vs 20;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
América de Cali, renowned for their attacking style, are in fine form. Over their last five matches, they have secured three wins, one draw, and suffered one defeat. Their strength lies in their goal-scoring ability, averaging 2 goals per game. However, their defense occasionally falters, as seen in recent results, including a loss. Currently sitting third in the standings, they are affirming their ambitions for top positions in the league.
Match Results: America de Cali

Once Caldas Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Primera A, featuring Once Caldas as the home side and Santa Fe as the visitors. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Once Caldas vs Santa Fe):
- possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Once Caldas continue to impress with their consistency on the road and solid defensive play. Their last five matches have resulted in one win and four draws, underscoring the strength of their defense. The team is unbeaten in their last eight games, thanks to well-organized defensive strategies. Currently sitting fifth in the Primera A standings, they are aiming to solidify their position in the upper echelons of the table.
Match Results: Once Caldas
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 36;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 12;
- Average first-half total: 0.89;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.39, while the visitors net 0.5.
First-Half Stats: America de Cali (home) vs Once Caldas (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 1 (100%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (100%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 2 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 2;
- losses: 2 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.5) vs 0.7 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.4).
- America de Cali have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games against Once Caldas.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 11, away team wins - 10, draws - 15.
Statistics: America de Cali vs Once Caldas
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- wins: 2 vs 1;
- win percentage: 100% vs 50%;
- losses: 0 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
- Once Caldas won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games against America de Cali.
- Once Caldas won with a +1.5 handicap in 17 of last 19 away games.
- Once Caldas won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 17 away games (Liga Aguila).
- Once Caldas won with a +1.5 handicap in last 6 games (Liga Aguila).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.17, the guests - 1.31;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.47;
- both teams scored: overall - 21; at the home team's field - 11.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 12 of last 13 America de Cali games against Once Caldas (Liga Aguila).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 America de Cali home games against Once Caldas (Liga Aguila).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 5 America de Cali games against Once Caldas.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 9 America de Cali home games (Liga Aguila).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 7 America de Cali home games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 America de Cali games (Liga Aguila).
Prediction on corners
America de Cali: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1; at home field - 1;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.1; at home field - 4.
Once Caldas: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 10.5, away - 13;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; away - 5.4.
- Once Caldas have taken under 4.5 corners in 9 of last 10 away games (Liga Aguila).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 21 times;
- on the home team’s field - 11 times.
Statistics: America de Cali vs Once Caldas
- number of matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 2;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 0 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for America de Cali at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Once Caldas away - 1 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for America de Cali at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Once Caldas away - 2 (40%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (5/23, 21.7%);
- America de Cali at home most often finish matches: 3:0 (1/1, 100%);
- Once Caldas away most often play: 1:2 (1/1, 100%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.43% (odds 6)
1:0 - 11.32% (odds 6)
0:0 - 9.26% (odds 7)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, a tense encounter with few goals seems likely, as both sides excel in defensive play and capitalize on their chances effectively. Our focus is drawn to Once Caldas' tendency for low-scoring matches, making the under 2.5 goals market the best betting option for this clash: seven of their last eight games have ended this way.