Once Caldas vs Santa Fe Prediction – Primera División

The home side is currently sitting in 11th place, having accumulated 12 points from 4 wins and 4 losses. In their penultimate fixture, they lost at home to Alianza Petrolera 1-2, followed by another loss against Deportes Tolima away from home, finishing 0-2. Once Caldas perform significantly better at home, earning 9 points, compared to just 3 on the road. They have secured 3 wins and 1 defeat in their last 4 home games in the league, collecting 9 from a possible 12 points. However, their defence has been porous, conceding in 7 of the last 8 matches. Out of 8 matches this season, they have managed to recover from being behind only twice in the 5 games where they went one goal down. Notably, in the last 20 home matches across all competitions, they have conceded 6 out of their 16 goals during the last 15 minutes of play (76th to 90th minute).

After experiencing a promising phase, Once Caldas has recently stumbled in Apertura. The team is currently facing difficulties on the pitch, raising concerns for the management, who recognise the need for improved performance especially in this match where they are expected to deliver for their home supporters, who are hopeful for a positive result. Ending the streak of two successive defeats is essential.