América de Cali vs Bahia Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Jul 2025

Copa Sudamericana Betting Preview: América de Cali vs Bahia

América de Cali host Bahia in the second leg of this Copa Sudamericana knockout round play-off tie, with kick-off set for 20:30 on Tuesday 22 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Goals at a Premium

The Total Goals market provides readers with the chance to back our Under 2.5 Goals pick. América de Cali and Bahia could be set to contest an unexciting encounter and a price of -143 looks the standout bet.

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First Leg Ended Goalless

Bahia played Fortaleza away from home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 Série A draw. Rogerio Ceni's side enjoyed 65% possession and had four shots on goal, while Rodrigo Nestor was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

There was a 0-0 draw when the sides met in the first leg, with América travelling to Bahia. The Brazilian side dominated possession with 77% of the ball and won the shots on target 7-1 at Casa de Apostas Arena Fonte Nova.

Confirmed Lineups

América de Cali confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jorge Soto (GK), Cristian Tovar, Daniel Bocanegra, Jean Pestana, Marcos Mina, Josen Escobar, Rafael Carrascal, Cristian Barrios, Sebastian Navarro, Jhon Murillo, Luis Ramos.

Bahia confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Marcos Felipe (GK), Santiago Arias, David Duarte, Santiago Ramos, Luciano Juba, Michel Araujo, Caio Alexandre, Jean Lucas, Cauly Oliveira Souza, Ademir Santos, Erick Pulga.

América de Cali vs Bahia Prediction & Betting Tips

We bring you the complete América de Cali vs Bahia betting insight, including our top match prediction, correct score forecast, player prop advice and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

After careful consideration, the betting odds of -143 for Under 2.5 Goals looks to be the best bet. Neither side can set the stage alight and this Copa Sudamericana wager looks to be a sound one.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Copa Sudamericana team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key América de Cali vs Bahia Copa Sudamericana & league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 América games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 18 of the last 20 América games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 América games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Bahia games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Bahia games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Bahia games.

Under 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 58.8% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be somewhere between 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

América 1 - 1 Bahia

There are attractive odds of +410 when it comes to a 1-1 draw being played out. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Erick Pulga To Score +340

Erick Pulga (Bahia) is available at +340 to find the net. All things considered, we think that the odds are really appealing when it comes to betting on Anytime Goalscorer.

Latest Erick Pulga Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+330

First

+650

Shots

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-

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América de Cali vs Bahia Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Anticipating a Close Contest

The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and Bahia are +165 to land a Copa Sudamericana victory, while América de Cali are +190 to win. The draw is trading at +175 should you think the clash will end all square.

There are different ways to bet on Bahia winning and that includes the +123 about them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. It also means that if they draw with América, you get half stakes refunded.

The Total Goals market is a great option and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now. An alternative approach is playing the BTTS market and going for the -135 about Both Teams to Score No.

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Full-Time Result

1

+190

X

+175

2

+165

Half-Time Result

1

+255

X

-105

2

+240

Double Chance

1X

-233

12

-244

X2

-270

Draw No Bet

1

-109

2

-133

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-161

2 Hcp -0.25

+123

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-208

Over 2.5

+150

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-102

No

-135

Rodrigo Holgado Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

The First Goalscorer favourite is Rodrigo Holgado at +575, with similar odds available for this player to register the last goal.

Rodrigo Holgado (América)

First

+310

Anytime

+575

Ademir da Silva Santos Júnior (Bahia)

First

+320

Anytime

+600

Erick Pulga (Bahia)

First

+330

Anytime

+650

Luciano Rodríguez (Bahia)

First

+335

Anytime

+600

Luis Ramos (América)

First

+335

Anytime

+700

Jan Lucumí (América)

First

+380

Anytime

+850

Sebastian Navarro (América)

First

+420

Anytime

+850

Cauly Souza Oliveira (Bahia)

First

+540

Anytime

+1150

Erick Luis Carvalho (Bahia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1200

Rodrigo Nestor (Bahia)

First

+800

Anytime

+1400

Franco Leys (América)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Nicolás Acevedo (Bahia)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Jean Lucas Souza Oliveira (Bahia)

First

+900

Anytime

+1700

Rafael Carrascal (América)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2000

Yerson Candelo (América)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Santi Ramos Mingo (Bahia)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Rodrigo Holgado (América)

Over 2.5

-102

Under 2.5

-

Erick Pulga (Bahia)

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-

Luciano Rodríguez (Bahia)

Over 2.5

+133

Under 2.5

-

Rafael Carrascal (América)

Over 2.5

+117

Under 2.5

-

Ademir da Silva Santos Júnior (Bahia)

Over 1.5

-102

Under 1.5

-

Luis Ramos (América)

Over 1.5

-172

Under 1.5

-

Jan Lucumí (América)

Over 1.5

-141

Under 1.5

-

Sebastian Navarro (América)

Over 1.5

-103

Under 1.5

-

Cauly Souza Oliveira (Bahia)

Over 1.5

+148

Under 1.5

-

Erick Luis Carvalho (Bahia)

Over 0.5

-204

Under 0.5

-

Rodrigo Nestor (Bahia)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-

Franco Leys (América)

Over 0.5

-133

Under 0.5

-

Jean Lucas Souza Oliveira (Bahia)

Over 0.5

-213

Under 0.5

-

Yerson Candelo (América)

Over 0.5

+118

Under 0.5

-

Latest Copa Sudamericana and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

América de Cali Stats

Bahia Stats

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 1 defeat and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches

América de Cali vs Bahia Lineups & Team News

Get the latest team news for América vs Bahia before you bet. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the Copa Sudamericana, along with current injury news.