👉 What is the recommended bet for América vs Equidad?

The prediction and suggested bet for América vs Equidad on January 17, 2026, according to the analysis, is: América to win ⇒ available at betanobr.

👉 Which stadium will host América vs Equidad?

América vs Equidad on January 17, 2026, will be held in Popayán, Estadio Ciro López.

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Here you will find the best prediction for América vs Equidad in the Primera División, alongside match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent performance and key statistics from the latest matches to offer the best prediction for this América vs Equidad clash.

América

17 January 2026 – 21::10
Primera División
2026
Apertura – Round 1

Equidad

Betting tip and prediction for this match between América and Equidad

The best prediction for
América vs Equidad in the Primera División is a win for América de Cali. The home side enters the match under pressure from their fans, adopting an offensive posture against an Equidad team that prioritizes organization and defensive solidity. At home, América usually controls possession and generates scoring opportunities, even against tighter defenses. The need to start the Apertura positively plays in favor of the home team. Equidad is likely to struggle to maintain their performance for 90 minutes.

Best prediction for América vs Equidad

América to win

Match prediction for América vs Equidad

The teams América and Equidad play at the Estadio Ciro López in a match of the Primera División (Apertura). The head-to-head record in this stadium shows balance between these two teams, with 2 draws and 2 wins for each team in the last 6 matches. However, in the most recent encounter at this venue, during a Primera División match on 12-10-2025, América de Cali won by (3-2). Goals in that match were scored by Yojan Garcés (90′), Adrián Ramos (32′), and Jean Carlos Pestaña (37′) for América, and by Eduard Banguero (82′) and Juan Valencia (12′) for Equidad. Special attention is needed regarding home/away conditions, as both teams show significantly different results in their home and away matches.

Analysis América

The home team makes its debut this season after finishing last season in 2nd place. This is a team affected by the home factor, stronger when playing in front of their fans, as in the last 30 matches they have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw, and 10 losses as visitors, scoring 12 goals and conceding 20, compared to 8 wins, 6 draws, and 1 loss at home, scoring 24 goals and conceding 13. They come into this encounter after a home draw with Once Caldas (1-1). América has won 6 and drawn 4 of their last 10 home matches across all competitions. Defensive solidity has not been their strong point, having conceded goals in 9 of the last 10 games, but their attack has been regularly scoring, finding the back of the net in 8 of the last 10 matches. In 15 games, they conceded the first goal 6 times and only managed 1 comeback. In the last 14 home games across all competitions, there was 1 period of note: they conceded 5 of their 13 goals between the minutes (31′-45′).

As 2026 begins, América de Cali carries ambition and pressure in equal measure. Last season showed positive signs but also the frustration of not turning good moments into titles. Now, the focus is on improving their decisiveness, especially in matches that define fortunes. The squad knows that talent without efficiency is not enough. In their home opener against Equidad, the directive is clear: impose their rhythm from the outset. In front of their fans, América aims to demonstrate they are ready to chase the trophy this time.

Analysis Equidad

The visiting team makes its debut in this competition after finishing last season in 20th place. This is a team affected by the home factor, stronger when playing with the support of their fans, as they recorded just 1 win, 2 draws, and 12 losses as visitors in the last 30 matches, with a total of 10 goals scored and 34 conceded. At home, they achieved 5 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses, scoring 11 goals and conceding 18. The team comes into this match after a home win against Llaneros (1-0). In their last 10 away matches across all competitions, Equidad had 2 draws and 8 losses. Defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, having conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches. In away games, there is a tendency for goals, as 18 of their last 21 matches ended with more than 1.5 goals. In the last 10 away games across all competitions, there are 2 notable periods: they scored 4 of their 7 goals between the minutes (76′-90′), and conceded 7 of their 19 goals between the minutes (31′-45′).

Equidad knows that the challenge of their debut could not be more daunting. Facing América de Cali away is a test of strength against tradition, pressure, and a vibrant crowd. The recent head-to-head record has not favored them, which adds to the challenge. Still, the team aims to rely on organization and tactical discipline to compete. Maintaining a low profile, Equidad seeks to transform caution into effectiveness. Scoring points in Cali would be more than just a result: it would send a message of maturity.