Juan Camilo Vergara
The Colombian league is in the crucial stages of its regular season, and this Saturday, May 6 it offers us an interesting clash between Once Caldas vs Junior, where the coastal team is coming in as favorites to win.
Once Caldas is currently at the bottom of the standings with just 12 points and is in an absolute crisis. Meanwhile, Junior is in seventh place with 24 points and is still fighting to qualify for the semifinals, something that seemed impossible after their terrible start to the season.
At JefeBet, we’ve got you covered with all the information you need on this Once Caldas vs Junior clash. We offer the best odds and the latest information on the Colombian First Division, so you can make informed decisions when placing your bets.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Once Caldas vs Junior Colombian Primera A Matchday 18 Game on May 6, 2023
- Where: Palogrande Stadium, Manizales, Colombia
- When: Saturday, May 6, 2023, 9:25 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Once Caldas (+185) / Tie (+225) / Junior (+133)
- Asian Handicap: Once Caldas (+0.25 , -129 ) / Junior (-0.25, +108)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+138) / Under (-175)
- Both teams score: Yes (+106) / No (-137)
All odds are provided by Unibet.
Betting on Once Caldas
Once Caldas suffered a 1-0 defeat in their recent visit to Jaguares in Monteria, and their crisis is absolutely devastating. The team from Manizales hasn’t won a game in the tournament since their 0-1 victory over Bucaramanga on March 3.
To make matters worse, the Copa Libertadores 2004 champions are still struggling in the relegation zone, and fans are beginning to fear the possibility of playing in the second division if things don’t improve soon. Playing at the Estadio Palogrande, Once Caldas has only managed one victory, four draws, and three defeats, with seven goals scored and nine conceded.
Possible lineup (4-5-1): Eder Chaux; Marlon Piedrahita, Fáiner Torijano, Andrés Correa, Leyder Morán; David Lemos, Luis Pérez, Sherman Cárdenas, Dannovi Quiñonez, Jhon Araujo; Dayro Moreno.
Betting on Junior
Few Junior fans would have imagined that their team would be among the top teams qualifying for the semifinals at this stage of the regular season, especially after the terrible start to the tournament. However, three victories in their last five games have been a crucial breakthrough for the team.
Under the guidance of experienced coach Hernán Darío Gómez, Junior has been showing excellent form, and in the previous fixture, they defeated one of the favorites for the title, Millonarios, by a score of 1-0. Now, they have the opportunity to continue their winning streak against the worst team in the FPC in 2023.
Playing away from home, Junior has two wins, two draws, and four defeats, with seven goals scored and 10 conceded.
Possible lineup (4-5-1): Jefersson Martínez; Walmer Pacheco, José Ortiz, César Haydar, Edwin Herrera; Didier Moreno, Jhon Vélez, Vladimir Hernández, Luis González, Leider Berrío; Luis Sandoval.
JefeBet Prediction
The last time these teams locked horns was back on August 7th, 2022 and on that occasion, Once Caldas emerged victorious with a 1-2 scoreline in Barranquilla. However, at JefeBet, we believe that Junior’s odds this Saturday are looking pretty darn juicy, and definitely worth considering, especially when going up against a team currently in crisis
Prediction: Junior Moneyline (ONC 0-1 JUN).
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