Fortaleza vs America De Cali: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Fortaleza JS prepare to host America de Cali on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this COLOMBIA: Primera Division, Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Fortaleza JS, currently 11th in the standings with 6 points from 4 games, are within reach of the top with 4 points behind. They've earned 4 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

America de Cali, sitting 5th with 7 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Fortaleza JS and America de Cali have been competitive, with Fortaleza JS claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Cucuta, Fortaleza JS recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Silva, Pernia, Balanta, Diaz, Ramiirez, Balanta, Pico, Arroyo, Navarro, Sinisterra, Wilke. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

America de Cali's last outing came against Atletico Nacional, where they secured a 1-2 defeat using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Soto, Bertel, Hernandez, Torres, Castillo, Palacios, Cavadia, Carrascal, Borrero, Guzman. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Fortaleza JS are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Fortaleza JS and America de Cali are expected to use their standard structures. 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 few goals: Fortaleza JS's fixtures have averaged 1.3 goals per game, with 0 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. America de Cali's games average 2.2 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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