Football Result
Gilbert Alvarez 90'
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In a surprising turn of events in the Colombian Primera A, Once Caldas convincingly defeated América de Cali 3-0 at Palogrande. The AI had predicted an América de Cali victory, making this result a significant upset. The match defied pre-game expectations of a balanced game. Dayro Moreno's brace (5', 76') set the tone, while Gilbert Alvarez sealed the win late (90'). While América de Cali controlled possession with 54%, Once Caldas proved more clinical, converting their chances with 7 shots on target out of 19 total shots, compared to América's 5 out of 16.
This victory marks a significant turnaround for Once Caldas, who have been struggling with inconsistent form, including a recent loss in the CONMEBOL Sudamericana. It breaks a pattern of conceding goals, showcasing improved defensive solidity. On the other hand, América de Cali's loss disrupts their winning streak across both league and continental competitions, raising questions about their consistency on the road. América de Cali's upcoming match against Envigado will be a test of their resilience.
Looking ahead, Once Caldas will face Boyacá Chicó, a team that has been struggling, losing their last two matches and showing defensive vulnerabilities. This win against a stronger opponent like América de Cali will give Once Caldas confidence for their next match. It is also the second time in a row that Once Caldas have beaten América de Cali at home. Previously, on December 4, 2024, they beat América de Cali at the same stadium by the same score. América de Cali had won 3 games in a row before losing this game.
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Once Caldas
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America de Cali