Match Summary
Union Magdalena defeated Once Caldas 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2019. Goals were scored by J. Pereira 3′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Union Magdalena had 48% possession while Once Caldas held 52%. Union Magdalena had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Once Caldas. Union Magdalena made 3 substitutions, Once Caldas made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Union Magdalena and Once Caldas — 1 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Union Magdalena had 48% possession against Once Caldas's 52%. Union Magdalena registered 12 shots (3 on target) while Once Caldas managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–2. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
Union Magdalena lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under H. Rivera, while Once Caldas deployed a 4-2-3-1 under H. Bodhert.
Defensive Solidity
Union Magdalena deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Once Caldas's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Union Magdalena field 6 midfielders averaging —, versus Once Caldas's 5 rated —. 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.
Forward Threat
Union Magdalena start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Once Caldas averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Union Magdalena have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Once Caldas show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Union Magdalena and Once Caldas have met 1 times — Union Magdalena won 0, Once Caldas won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Once Caldas leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 24 Mar 2026