👉 What is the recommended bet for Cali vs Fortaleza?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Cali vs Fortaleza on 24 July 2025, is: Under 2.5 goals.

👉 Which stadium will host Cali vs Fortaleza?

The Cali vs Fortaleza match on 24 July 2025 will take place in Palmira, at Estadio Deportivo Cali.

Cali vs Fortaleza Prediction – Primera División

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Check out the best predictions for Cali vs Fortaleza

Here you find the best prediction of Cali vs Fortaleza for the top division, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics, to provide the best prediction for this match between Cali vs Fortaleza.

Cali

24 July 2025 – 01::10
Primera Division
2025
Clausura – Round 3

Strength

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Cali vs Fortaleza

The best prediction for Cali vs Fortaleza in the Primera Division is under 2.5 goals. This matchup is expected to be closely contested, leading to a more measured and potentially stalled match. Both teams typically focus on defensive solidity in encounters like this, making a bet on fewer than 2.5 goals a sensible choice.

The best prediction for this match

Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)

Match preview: Cali vs Fortaleza

Cali and Fortaleza will face off at Deportivo Cali Stadium in the third round of the Primera Division. Historical encounters at this venue have favoured the home side, with Cali securing 2 wins and 1 loss in the last 3 meetings. Notably, in their last clash at this stadium, during the Colombia Cup on 25‑09‑2024, Deportivo Cali triumphed with a score of 4-1 in the tiebreaker via penalties. Goals were netted by Cristian Colmán (5′), Andrey Stupiñán (90′), and Rafael Bustamante (28′) for Cali, while Yesid Díaz (61′) and Roger Murillo (47′) scored for Fortaleza. The contrasting home and away results are significant, as both teams display markedly different performances depending on their venue.

Team analysis: Cali

The home team currently finds itself in 20th place, yet to earn any points. They lost their opening match at home to Junior FC (0-2) and drew away (0-0) in the second round. Typically, they perform better in front of their own fans, as evidenced by their last 30 matches where they achieved 1 victory, 5 draws, and 9 losses as visitors, scoring 5 goals and conceding 19, compared to 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses at home, netting 17 goals and allowing 13. In their last 10 home games in the league, Cali has recorded 3 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, earning 14 points from a possible 30. The most frequent score at half-time in their home matches has been 0-0, occurring in 4 of their 11 games. Defensively, they have been vulnerable, conceding goals in 7 of their last 10 matches. Additionally, their attacking force requires improvement, with 8 out of their last 10 matches lacking goals. Recently, 9 of their last 11 games have seen fewer than 2.5 goals. In 22 matches, they have conceded the first goal 9 times and have managed a comeback only once.

Deportivo Cali started the Clausura with a defeat and a draw in the second round, making a strong result essential in this third outing. They underperformed in their debut, particularly in attack, with minimal creativity. With additional time for adjustments, a more cohesive and assertive performance is anticipated at home, aiming to outmanoeuvre their opponents through effective play and enhanced movement in the final third. The home supporters will expect an immediate response, knowing the team cannot afford to drop any more points at this early stage.

Team analysis: Fortaleza

The visiting side currently sits in 7th place, having garnered 3 points. They won their opener away (0-1) and secured a win at home against Once Caldas (2-1) in the second round. This is a team that thrives more at home; their away record in the last 30 matches shows 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, against 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses on home ground. In the league, Fortaleza has accumulated 8 points out of a possible 30, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses in their last 10 away games. Commonly, they register results of 0-0 (4 in 11 games) or 1-0 (4 in 11 games) at half-time. Across 22 matches, they have been the first to concede a goal 9 times, failing to turn the score around on each occasion.

Fortaleza kicked off the league with a victory and demonstrated a solid defensive structure. Even when playing away, they maintain their balanced style, focusing on strong marking and quick transitions to exploit spaces left by their opponents. The challenge will be to sustain their level following the second round; however, the team appears well-prepared both physically and mentally. Securing points away from home in this third round would be crucial for maintaining momentum and remaining competitive in the tournament.