Melgar Vs Deportivo Cali Match Analysis And Prediction

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Following a goalless draw in the first leg of their round-of-16 tie, Melgar will play host to Deportivo Cali on Thursday, with both teams pushing to secure a spot in the next round.

The hosts followed that with another draw in the domestic league, which is something that they will now be hoping to turn into a victory in front of their own fans.

The first leg encounter between the sides proved to be a closely-fought contest, in which Los Rojinegros dominated in terms of possession.

Despite having had plenty of football, Melgar was only able to muster uptwo shots on target, which is why a goalless stalemate was not a big surprise.

Nestor Lorenzo’s side followed that up with another goalless draw at the weekend in league action against Alianza Atletico in a contest that saw them finish with only ten men.

Melgar are currently sitting at the summit of the Peruvian Primera Division, showcasing the quality which they have within the squad that they will be hoping to bring to this contest.

Deportivo Cali finished the previous game against Melgar on a negative note, with Daniel Luna and Carlos Lucumi both being sent off in the final 10 minutes of the match.

Both of the players had come off the bench yet they were unable to finish the game, and greater discipline will be something they are looking for this time round.

Rafael Dudamel’s side have only managed a single victory in their previous six matches, which is something they will be looking to improve on to try and get into form.

The lack of wins has been a concern with Deportivo Cali having won just twice throughout this competition, but that is something that will need to change if they hope to progress to the next round.

Melgar vs Deportivo Cali head to head

The two teams have previously met on just one occasion in the first leg of their Copa Sudamericana round of 16, where they played out a goalless draw. They meet for the second time in a competitive match in the second leg of the same competition.

Deportivo Cali 0-0 Melgar 30/06/22

Melgar latest home form

Melgar have recently been on a good run of form at home, and they have won each of their five most recent matches. They managed to defeat Atletico Grau 1-0 in their last home game in the league. In their last five matches, they have scored 10 goals and conceded just one.

Melgar 1-0 Cienciano 30/04/22

Melgar 3-0 ADT 13/05/22

Melgar 3-1 Cuiaba 27/05/22

Melgar 2-0 Universitario 29/05/22

Melgar 1-0 Atletico Grau 25/06/22

Melgar latest away form

Melgar have recently been on a good run of form on the road, having been unbeaten in their four most recent matches. They played out a goalless draw with Alianza Atletico in their last away game in the league. In their last five matches, they have scored two goals and conceded one.

Racing Club 1-0 Melgar 19/05/22

Ayacucho 0-1 Melgar 22/05/22

Sport Boys 0-1 Melgar 19/06/22

Deportivo Cali 0-0 Melgar 30/06/22

Alianza Atletico 0-0 Melgar 03/07/22

Deportivo Cali latest home game

Deportivo Cali have recently been on a relatively good run of form at home, having been unbeaten in their four most recent matches. They drew 0-0 with Melgar in their last home game in the Copa Sudamericana. In their last five matches, they have scored four goals and conceded two.

Deportivo Cali 0-1 Aguitas Doradas 24/04/22

Deportivo Cali 0-0 Corinthians 05/05/22

Deportivo Cali 1-1 Independiente Santa Fe 08/05/22

Deportivo Cali 3-0 Always Ready 20/05/22

Deportivo Cali 0-0 Melgar 30/06/22

Deportivo Cali latest away form

Deportivo Cali have recently failed to keep a good run of form on the road, having won just one of their five most recent matches. They lost 1-0 to Boca Juniors in their last away game in the Copa Libertadores. In their last five matches, they have scored four goals and conceded seven.

Always Ready 2-2 Deportivo Cali 29/04/22

Once Caldas 0-1 Deportivo Cali 01/05/22

Fortaleza CEIF 1-1 Deportivo Cali 13/05/22

Patriotas Boyaca 3-0 Deportivo Cali 15/05/22

Boca Juniors 1-0 Deportivo Cali 27/05/22

Melgar news

Bernardo Cuesta has been the focal point of offensive qualities for Melgar throughout the season, which is something that has been a major boost for the club this season.

At the back, they will likely use the exact same back four after keeping consecutive clean sheets heading into this fixture.

Deportivo Cali news

Deportivo Cali will be without Daniel Luna and Carlos Lucumi, after they were both sent off in the first leg of this cup tie.

Angelo Rodriguez will lead the line for the visitors with his attacking threat being crucial for them, as he has proven himself to be effective throughout the campaign.

Prediction and Odds

Melgar had struggled to create many chances offensively during their previous enconter with Deportivo Cali, but they still head into the contest as the favourites to claim victory.

The hosts have been consistent and dominant throughout the campaign across all competitions, which leads us to back them for a win.

Odds: 1 1.89 X 2.05 2 2.22