The Red Devil from Valle del Cauca squares off against the Azucareros in a tenth-date clash that has football fans buzzing.
This one stands out as an unusual classic between Deportivo Cali and America in Palmaseca. It comes at a moment when one team has climbed near the top while the other fights at the bottom, with a relegation shadow lingering over the green side, yet this game still promises a compelling chapter in the BetPlay League 2023.
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The Diablos Rojos arrive buoyed by a confident run, fresh off a decisive win over Junior that briefly put them back atop the standings. The main question centers on Carlos Darwin Quintero, who picked up an issue in that victory. Early signals suggest it may not be serious, and the rest of the squad appears ready for Guimaraes to push for three points as the visiting side.
Azucareros enter the week amid a tougher stretch, with results that have dropped them toward the lower end of the table for several rounds. Even a seasoned coach like Jorge Luis Pinto faces scrutiny as the team searches for a spark. Cali, meanwhile, must win to ease fan anxiety and restore momentum after recent ups and downs.
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The lineup for America reads as follows: Novoa in goal; Arrieta, Cordoba, Garcia, Velasco in the back line; Liége, Leys in the midfield; Sarmiento, Quintero in support roles; Ramos and Suarez up front.
The Cali formation shows Dawson guarding the net with Gutierrez, Riascos, Mera, and Tello in defense; Bustamante and Castro in midfield; Velasco, Arroyo, Mantilla building the attack, with Nurseries leading the line.
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Cali’s corner flags flutter as the team prepares to push for rhythm and tempo that unsettles the visiting side; America looks to maintain discipline and pace through the middle of the park.
America: compact in defense, quick on transitions, and aiming to leverage wide areas to stretch Cali’s backline.
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The encounter is scheduled for Sunday, March 26, 2023, with a 5:30 PM kickoff in Colombia time. Fans across the country will tune in for the live broadcast, hoping to witness a game that mixes urgency with classic regional flair.
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Both clubs are eager to add a memorable victory to their recent storylines, aiming to build confidence for upcoming fixtures while navigating the mental hurdles that come with a high-stakes derby.