Match Summary
America de Cali defeated Deportivo Pereira 4:2. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by J. Quiñónes 23′, D. Hernández 34′, Y. Súarez 42′, A. Ramos 45′, V. Ibarbo 68′, C. Barrios 74′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Deportivo Pereira had 28% possession while America de Cali held 72%. Deportivo Pereira had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for America de Cali. Deportivo Pereira made 5 substitutions, America de Cali made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Diego Hernández 36′).
Match Events
Key match events between Deportivo Pereira and America de Cali — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Ramos
assist: A. Piedrahita
assist: C. Barrios
assist: E. Cardona
Match Statistics
Deportivo Pereira had 28% possession against America de Cali's 72%. Deportivo Pereira registered 13 shots (6 on target) while America de Cali managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 12–14.
Lineups
Deportivo Pereira lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under A. Restrepo, while America de Cali deployed a 4-3-3 under L. González.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportivo Pereira is 6.56, compared to 6.82 for America de Cali. 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. Deportivo Pereira's highest-rated starter is J. Monroy (6.61), while America de Cali's best-rated player is J. Soto (7.16).
Defensive Solidity
Deportivo Pereira deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against America de Cali'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
Deportivo Pereira field 5 midfielders averaging 6.56, versus America de Cali's 3 rated 6.48. 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
Deportivo Pereira start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for America de Cali 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
Deportivo Pereira's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for America de Cali. 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 Deportivo Pereira's starting XI is 25.7 (youngest: A. Piedrahita (23), oldest: J. Monroy (29)), while America de Cali average 28.5 (youngest: J. Quiñónes (25), oldest: J. Soto (32)). 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
Deportivo Pereira's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 24 for America de Cali. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Deportivo Pereira have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. America de Cali show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Deportivo Pereira and America de Cali have met 2 times — Deportivo Pereira won 1, America de Cali won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026