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Atletico Nacional vs Once Caldas

Estadio Atanasio Girardot23 October 2025 at 00:00

Match Events

Atletico Nacional
Once Caldas
Kick Off
A. Sarmiento
29′
43′J. Riquett
D. Asprilla45′
Half Time
46′
I. RojasP. Gomez
E. Cardona57′
69′
J. D. Cuesta SantosD. Quinones
69′
M. GarciaL. Palacios
69′
J. A. Zapata RamirezA. Ibarguen
M. HinestrozaJ. Bauza
73′
A. SarmientoF. Batista
73′
D. AsprillaA. Salazar
82′
A. Salazar
88′
M. UribeE. Rivero
90′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Atletico Nacional is 6.92, compared to 6.78 for Once Caldas. 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. Atletico Nacional's highest-rated starter is W. Tesillo (7.32), while Once Caldas's best-rated player is R. Mejia (7.07).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Atletico Nacional have contributed 14 goals and 14 assists this season, led by A. Sarmiento (4G). Once Caldas's starters account for 11 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by J. A. Zapata Ramirez (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Atletico Nacional field 11 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus Once Caldas's 11 rated 6.78. 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 84% for Atletico Nacional and 83% for Once Caldas. 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

Atletico Nacional's starters have collected 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 32 for Once Caldas. 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 Atletico Nacional's starting XI is 30.9 (youngest: S. Garcia (20), oldest: D. Ospina (37)), while Once Caldas average 27.5 (youngest: M. Zuleta (23), oldest: J. Riquett (35)). 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

Atletico Nacional's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 16 for Once Caldas. 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.

Atletico NacionalPosition StrengthOnce Caldas
6.92
Avg Rating
6.78
6.92Midfielder (11 v 11)6.78
14G 14A11G 10A
Atletico Nacional
1MidfielderD. Ospina7.0
28MidfielderS. Garcia7.12G
16MidfielderW. Tesillo7.31G2A
6MidfielderA. Roman6.51G1A
13MidfielderC. Candido
21MidfielderJ. Campuzano6.91A
8MidfielderM. Uribe7.02G
10MidfielderE. Cardona7.12G3A
18MidfielderM. Hinestroza
29MidfielderA. Sarmiento6.84G5A
27MidfielderD. Asprilla6.72G2A
Once Caldas
35MidfielderJ. Parra7.01A
22MidfielderJ. D. Cuesta Santos6.73A
18MidfielderJ. Riquett6.7
34MidfielderJ. Cardona6.81G1A
30MidfielderK. Tamayo6.62A
88MidfielderR. Mejia7.11A
19MidfielderM. Garcia
5MidfielderI. Rojas6.6
7MidfielderM. Barrios6.61G
14MidfielderJ. A. Zapata Ramirez7.07G2A
28MidfielderM. Zuleta6.82G

Match Summary

Atletico Nacional defeated Once Caldas 2:0. The match was played in Copa Colombia 2025. Goals were scored by A. Sarmiento 29′, A. Salazar 88′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Atletico Nacional made 4 substitutions, Once Caldas made 4.

Rivalry since 2016

Atletico Nacional vs Once Caldas Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
Atletico Nacional
15
wins
Drawn
5
Once Caldas
5
wins
Total goals
44 · 1.8/match
Both scored
6/25 · 24%
Over 2.5
7/25 · 28%

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Match Prediction

Atletico Nacional

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Once Caldas

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Atletico Nacional or draw

59%Form41%
48%Attack52%
60%Defence40%
93%Head-to-head7%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026