👉 What is the recommended bet for Cúcuta Once Caldas?

The prediction and suggested bet for Cúcuta x Once Caldas, on January 19, 2026, is: Double chance, Draw or Once Caldas ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 In which stadium will Cúcuta Once Caldas be played?

Cúcuta x Once Caldas on January 19, 2026, will be played in Cúcuta, Estadio General Santander.

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Cúcuta vs Once Caldas Prediction – First Division

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Here you find the best prediction for Cúcuta x Once Caldas for the Primera División, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of the two teams, including recent records and key statistics from the last games to provide the best prediction for this match between Cúcuta x Once Caldas.

Cúcuta

January 19, 2026 – 21::00
Primera División
2026
Apertura – Round 1

Once Caldas

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Cúcuta x Once Caldas

The best prediction for
Palpite Cúcuta x Once Caldas – Primera División in the Primera División is a win for Once Caldas or a draw. The Cúcuta team is expected to adopt an offensive approach at home, looking to apply pressure from the start. On the other hand, Once Caldas will aim to exploit counterattacks and impose their rhythm. The expectation is for the visitors to withstand the pressure and leave with important points.

Best prediction for Cúcuta x Once Caldas

Double chance, Draw or Once Caldas

Match prediction for Cúcuta x Once Caldas

The teams Cúcuta and Once Caldas play at Estadio General Santander in a match for the Primera División (Apertura). These teams have faced each other only twice recently: on February 23, 2023, with Once Caldas winning 1-0, and on February 16, 2023, with Cúcuta Deportivo winning 3-1.

Cúcuta Analysis

The home team makes its debut in this edition after finishing last season in 3rd place and securing promotion. In their last game in Primera B, they beat Real Cundinamarca at home 3-2 in a penalty shootout. In the last 10 home games, Cúcuta has recorded 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss. However, their defensive solidity has not been their strong point, having conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 games, but their attack has scored regularly, finding the net in 8 of their last 10 matches. In 15 games, they conceded the first goal 4 times and have never managed to turn the score around. In the last 8 home games across all competitions, there are 3 notable periods: they scored 13 of their 27 goals between the minutes 61-75; conceded 16 of their 34 goals between the minutes 46-60 and 14 of their 34 between 61-75.

Cúcuta is back in the elite of Colombian football with the main aim of ensuring their survival. The team knows they will need to fight for points in almost every round to achieve this. The home debut is seen as a good opportunity to start accumulating points and building confidence. The trend is for a competitive team, looking to surprise despite the inherent difficulties. Organization and dedication will be crucial throughout the game. A positive result could alleviate the early pressure.

Once Caldas Analysis

This will be the visiting team’s first game in this edition of the competition, having finished the previous season in 11th place. They arrive for this match after a 1-1 draw away against América de Cali. In their last 10 away games across all competitions, Once Caldas has won 2, drawn 5, and lost 3. In 15 games, they conceded the first goal 6 times and have never managed to turn the score around. There is 1 notable period in the last 12 away games across all competitions: they conceded 4 of their 8 goals between the minutes 46-60.

Once Caldas begins the season with the ambition of striving for something more in the competition. The team knows it won’t be simple to achieve this goal, requiring constant effort and determination. Playing away from home, this match represents a significant challenge right from the start. The trend is for a balanced approach, attempting to control the game and seize created opportunities. Scoring points in the debut is considered positive for providing tranquility to their work. The expectation is for a contested duel with high intensity.