Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas: match statistics
Deportivo Cali presents impressive form at home with 60% of home matches won and just 0% losses, making them a very strong team at their own stadium. The hosts have a positive goal difference of +6 in home matches, scoring an average of 1.6 goals while conceding just 0.4, and have kept a clean sheet in 60% of fixtures. Once Caldas, despite good overall form, performs much worse away—only 25% wins, 0% clean sheets, and an average of 1.25 goals conceded per match. xG statistics show an advantage for the hosts (1.27 vs 1.17), and Cali's higher chance conversion and possession further support the prediction of their victory. Considering all data, Deportivo Cali has a real advantage, though the visitors' solid form in the last five matches could make this a competitive encounter.
Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Deportivo Cali played against Once Caldas in Categoria Primera A (Colombia). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 0:2.
Recent form
Deportivo Cali has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Once Caldas has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Deportivo Cali scores 1.22 goals per game and allows 0.89. Once Caldas scores 1.78 and allows 1.11. Games in this league average 2.59 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 44% of Deportivo Cali's games and 89% of Once Caldas's. The Over 2.5 rates are 44% and 56%, compared with league averages of 60% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Once Caldas has the higher season xG average, 1.65 to 1.26 per game. Deportivo Cali takes 12.3 shots per game, while Once Caldas takes 14.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Deportivo Cali leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Once Caldas leads at halftime in 22% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Deportivo Cali's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (3 goals). For Once Caldas, it is minutes 76-90+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Categoria Primera A games average 2.59 goals. Both teams score in 60% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Deportivo Cali presents impressive form at home with 60% of home matches won and just 0% losses, making them a very strong team at their own stadium. The hosts have a positive goal difference of +6 in home matches, scoring an average of 1.6 goals while conceding just 0.4, and have kept a clean sheet in 60% of fixtures. Once Caldas, despite good overall form, performs much worse away—only 25% wins, 0% clean sheets, and an average of 1.25 goals conceded per match. xG statistics show an advantage for the hosts (1.27 vs 1.17), and Cali's higher chance conversion and possession further support the prediction of their victory. Considering all data, Deportivo Cali has a real advantage, though the visitors' solid form in the last five matches could make this a competitive encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Deportivo Cali | Once Caldas | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 32% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.10 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.30 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Once Caldas is 67% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Deportivo Cali · 2 pts / game - Once Caldas
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Once Caldas is 46% better for: goals scored per game.
1.22 goals / game - Deportivo Cali · 1.78 goals / game - Once Caldas
Deportivo Cali is 25% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.89 goals / game - Deportivo Cali · 1.11 goals / game - Once Caldas
Deportivo Cali scores in 67% of games (6 of 9 meczów), while Once Caldas keeps a clean sheet in 11% (1 of 9 meczów).
Once Caldas scores in 100% of games (9 of 9 meczów), while Deportivo Cali keeps a clean sheet in 44% (4 of 9 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Deportivo Cali
Over / Under - Once Caldas
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Deportivo Cali is 26% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.67 pts / game - Deportivo Cali · 1.33 pts / game - Once Caldas
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Deportivo Cali - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Once Caldas - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 22% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (3 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (6 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Deportivo Cali
Once Caldas
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Categoria Primera A).
Teams vs league
| Deportivo Cali | Liga | Once Caldas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.11 | 2.59 | ▲ 2.89 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 44% | 60% | ▲ 89% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 44% | 52% | ▲ 56% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 44% | 24% | ▼ 11% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 44% | 66% | • 67% |
| Goal after half-time | • 78% | 78% | ▼ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Deportivo Cali's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against Once Caldas. Games average 1.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas?
The Categoria Primera A match finished Deportivo Cali 0:2 Once Caldas. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Deportivo Cali and Once Caldas?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Deportivo Cali won 0, Once Caldas won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas?
Deportivo Cali score 1.22 goals per game on average and Once Caldas 1.78. The Categoria Primera A average is 2.59 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 44% of Deportivo Cali's matches and 89% of Once Caldas's.
What form are Deportivo Cali and Once Caldas in?
Over the last 5 games Deportivo Cali have a 1-3-1 record (1.20 points per game) and Once Caldas 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Deportivo Cali vs Once Caldas?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.