18 December 2025 at 00:30

Stadium: Estadio Atanasio Girardot

Match Summary

Atletico Nacional defeated Independiente Medellin 1:0. The match was played in Copa Colombia 2025. Goals were scored by A. Roman 11′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Independiente Medellin made 5 substitutions, Atletico Nacional made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Independiente Medellin and Atletico Nacional — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Independiente Medellin
Atletico Nacional
Kick Off
Half Time
J. OrtizL. Chaverra
59′
L. BerrioF. Fydriszewski
59′
61′
E. CardonaM. Moreno
61′
A. SarmientoD. Asprilla
D. LondonoF. Chaverra
74′
J. AlvaradoA. Serna
74′
J. BarreraL. Sandoval
81′
84′
M. HinestrozaA. Salazar
90+3′
A. MorelosJ. Rengifo
Full Time

Match Prediction

Model probabilities and form comparison for Independiente Medellin vs Atletico Nacional based on team statistics, head-to-head record, and recent results.

Independiente Medellin

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Atletico Nacional

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Atletico Nacional

42%Form58%
40%Attack60%
50%Defence50%
25%Head-to-head75%

Lineups

Independiente Medellin lined up in a — formation under Alejandro Restrepo Mazo, while Atletico Nacional deployed a — under Diego Alejandro Arias Hincapié.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Independiente Medellin is 6.94, compared to 7.00 for Atletico Nacional. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Independiente Medellin's highest-rated starter is J. Barrera (7.29), while Atletico Nacional's best-rated player is E. Cardona (7.35).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Independiente Medellin have contributed 35 goals and 32 assists this season, led by B. Leon (13G). Atletico Nacional's starters account for 53 goals and 45 assists, spearheaded by A. Morelos (16G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Independiente Medellin field 11 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Atletico Nacional's 11 rated 7.00. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 43% for Independiente Medellin and 49% for Atletico Nacional. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Independiente Medellin's starters have collected 78 yellow cards this season, compared to 69 for Atletico Nacional. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Independiente Medellin's starting XI is 27.3 (youngest: J. Arizala (20), oldest: B. Perlaza (33)), while Atletico Nacional average 29.7 (youngest: M. Hinestroza (23), oldest: D. Ospina (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Independiente Medellin's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 34 for Atletico Nacional. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Independiente MedellinPosition StrengthAtletico Nacional
6.94
Avg Rating
7.00
6.94Midfielder (11 v 11)7.00
35G 32A53G 45A
Independiente Medellin
29MidfielderW. Aguerre6.9
4MidfielderK. Mantilla6.7
26MidfielderE. Mena Perea6.83A
33MidfielderD. Londono6.91G3A
24MidfielderJ. Ortiz7.13G2A
7MidfielderL. Berrio7.08G7A
10MidfielderJ. Barrera7.31G4A
14MidfielderB. Perlaza6.97G2A
15MidfielderJ. Alvarado6.91A
27MidfielderB. Leon7.013G9A
71MidfielderJ. Arizala6.82G1A
Atletico Nacional
1MidfielderD. Ospina6.9
4MidfielderC. Haydar7.1
13MidfielderC. Candido6.85A
16MidfielderW. Tesillo7.22G
6MidfielderA. Roman6.94G1A
9MidfielderA. Morelos7.316G11A
8MidfielderM. Uribe6.82G5A
10MidfielderE. Cardona7.313G12A
80MidfielderJ. Zapata6.93G1A
18MidfielderM. Hinestroza7.06G6A
29MidfielderA. Sarmiento6.97G4A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Independiente Medellin have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Atletico Nacional show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Independiente Medellin

LDWLDL

Atletico Nacional

WDLWLD

Independiente Medellin vs Atletico Nacional Head to Head Results

Independiente Medellin and Atletico Nacional have met 7 times — Independiente Medellin won 0, Atletico Nacional won 2, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Atletico Nacional leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 20 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.86 per match (8 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Atletico Nacional are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.

0

Independiente Medellin

5

Drawn

2

Atletico Nacional

Goals: 8Goals: 12

Recent Meetings (7)

13 Dec 2025Atletico Nacional0 – 0Independiente Medellin
4 Dec 2025Atletico Nacional2 – 1Independiente Medellin
23 Nov 2025Independiente Medellin0 – 0Atletico Nacional
26 Oct 2025Atletico Nacional5 – 2Independiente Medellin
7 Sept 2025Independiente Medellin3 – 3Atletico Nacional
4 May 2025Independiente Medellin1 – 1Atletico Nacional
23 Mar 2025Atletico Nacional1 – 1Independiente Medellin
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 29 Apr 2026