Match Summary
Deportivo Pereira defeated Deportes Tolima 3:2. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by Á. Castro 16′, Ángelo Rodríguez 61′, C. Ramírez 68′ (pen.), F. Boné 72′, C. Ramírez 89′ (pen.). 11 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Deportes Tolima had 54% possession while Deportivo Pereira held 46%. Deportes Tolima had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Deportivo Pereira. Deportes Tolima made 1 substitutions, Deportivo Pereira made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Ederson Moreno 84′).
Match Events
Key match events between Deportes Tolima and Deportivo Pereira — 5 goals and 12 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Neto Volpi
assist: A. Balboa
Penalty
Penalty
Match Statistics
Deportes Tolima had 54% possession against Deportivo Pereira's 46%. Deportes Tolima registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Deportivo Pereira managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
Deportes Tolima lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Real, while Deportivo Pereira deployed a 3-5-2 under A. Restrepo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportes Tolima is 6.85, compared to 6.56 for Deportivo Pereira. 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. Deportes Tolima's highest-rated starter is Á. Castro (6.91), while Deportivo Pereira's best-rated player is J. Monroy (6.61).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Deportes Tolima have contributed 3 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Á. Castro (2G). Deportivo Pereira's starters account for 0 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Deportes Tolima deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Deportivo Pereira's 3-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
Deportes Tolima field 5 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus Deportivo Pereira's 5 rated 6.56. 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
Deportes Tolima start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Deportivo Pereira 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.
Discipline
Deportes Tolima's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Deportivo Pereira. 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 Deportes Tolima's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Hernández (26), oldest: Á. Castro (31)), while Deportivo Pereira average 27.0 (youngest: E. Murillo (25), oldest: J. Monroy (29)). 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
Deportes Tolima's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 7 for Deportivo Pereira. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Deportes Tolima have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Deportivo Pereira show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Deportes Tolima and Deportivo Pereira have met 2 times — Deportes Tolima won 1, Deportivo Pereira won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Deportes Tolima leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (1 for the home side, 0 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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Recent Meetings (2)
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