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The Clasico Vallecaucano, or Clásico Vallecaucano, is the football rivalry between Deportivo Cali and América de Cali. Both clubs are based in the city of Cali, in Colombia's Valle del Cauca Department, and their meetings are central to the region's football culture. The fixture brings together two institutions with extensive national histories and contrasting supporter traditions, and it is contested in Colombian domestic competitions.
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Which teams contest the Clasico Vallecaucano?
The rivalry is played between Deportivo Cali and América de Cali, the two major clubs from Cali in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region. It is also called the Clásico Caleño or Clásico de Occidente.
Where is the Clasico Vallecaucano played?
Matches have traditionally been staged at Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero and at the clubs' own grounds, including Deportivo Cali's Estadio Deportivo Cali. The venue depends on the schedule, stadium availability, and competition rules.
What do the two clubs' traditional colors represent?
Deportivo Cali is strongly associated with green and white, while América de Cali is associated with red. Those colors dominate the flags, shirts, and supporter displays surrounding the derby.
Does the Clasico Vallecaucano include women's football?
Yes, the rivalry also appears in Colombia's women's professional competitions. Deportivo Cali and América de Cali have met in Liga Femenina fixtures as well as in the traditional men's derby.
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