Once Caldas vs Alianza Valledupar predictions, Aug 19, 2026

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In an intriguing matchup in the Colombian Copa, Once Caldas will host Alianza Valledupar on August 19, 2026. Currently, Once Caldas is enjoying a minor resurgence, having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches. This trend indicates a degree of tactical stability and an ability to capitalize on home advantage, where they typically perform better.

In contrast, Alianza Valledupar is struggling, having failed to register a win in their last 3 outings. This lack of form raises concerns about their tactical cohesion and overall morale heading into this fixture. Once Caldas boasts a more consistent squad, likely allowing them to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities in their opponents.

The bookmakers reflect this disparity in form with odds favoring Once Caldas at 1.61 to win at home, while Alianza Valledupar stands at 5.5, indicating they are viewed as underdogs. Despite Once Caldas’s recent performances suggesting a stronger outlook, the unpredictable nature of knockout competitions means that Alianza Valledupar could still pose a challenge if they manage to find their rhythm. Ultimately, while the home side seems favored, the match could hinge on tactical execution and resilience from both teams.

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Once Caldas 58.3%

Draw 24.7%

Alianza 17.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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	1	X	2
	1.61	3.80	5.50	Watch and Bet

Latest Results

09.08.26 Jaguares de Córdoba – Once Caldas – 1:1 05.08.26 Once Caldas – América de Cali – 0:1 02.08.26 Independiente Santa Fe – Once Caldas – 2:2 30.07.26 Envigado FC – Once Caldas – 0:3 26.07.26 Once Caldas – Cúcuta Deportivo – 5:1

09.08.26 Alianza Valledupar – Atlético Bucaramanga – 2:3 01.08.26 Alianza Valledupar – Deportes Tolima – 1:2 26.07.26 Alianza Valledupar – Fortaleza CEIF – 1:1 24.05.26 Alianza Valledupar – Atlético Bucaramanga – 2:1 20.05.26 Deportivo Cali – Alianza Valledupar – 1:0

Facts

Second leg.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Once Caldas won 1.

Once Caldas has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Once Caldas may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Once Caldas is the team to beat.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Once Caldas won 4 matches, drew 9 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 16:22. (average 0.8:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Once Caldas won 2 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 7:9. (average 0.8:1).

Latest Head To Head

08.02.26 Alianza Valledupar – Once Caldas – 1:1 15.08.25 Alianza Valledupar – Once Caldas – 0:0 02.03.25 Once Caldas – Alianza Valledupar – 1:2 05.10.24 Alianza Valledupar – Once Caldas – 1:0 25.03.24 Once Caldas – Alianza Valledupar – 1:0

Standings

Draw

Second stage

1/8-finals

1	Inter Bogotu00e1	Real Cundinamarca
2	Quindio	Llaneros
3	America De Cali	Pereira
4	Barranquilla	Millonarios
5	Atl. Nacional	Dep. Cali
6	Dep. Pasto	Ind. Medellin
7	Once Caldas	Alianza
8	Bye	Fortaleza

Quarter-finals

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4
3	TBD #5	TBD #6
4	TBD #7	TBD #8

Semi-finals

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4

Final

1

TBD #1

TBD #2

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