Cucuta vs Fortaleza: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Cucuta prepare to host Fortaleza JS on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 18:00, this COLOMBIA: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Cucuta, currently 19th in the standings with 3 points from 7 games, trail the leaders by 12 points. They've earned 2 points from 4 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 3 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Fortaleza JS, sitting 10th with 10 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 2 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Cucuta and Fortaleza JS have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Alianza Petrolera, Cucuta recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Ramirez, Duarte, Rodriguez, Mejia, Calcaterra, Abonia, Hernandez, Berdugo, Londono, Castaneda, Arizalas. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Fortaleza JS's last outing came against Boyaco Chico, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Silva, Cuero, Balanta, Diaz, Cajares, Pico, Balanta, Rivas, Navarro, Amaya, Arroyo. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Cucuta are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 structure, while Fortaleza JS are likely to counter with a 4-2-3-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Cucuta's fixtures have averaged 3.1 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Fortaleza JS's games average 1.9 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 63% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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