Match Summary
Deportivo Pereira defeated Once Caldas 2:1. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by D. Quintero 2′, A. Ibargüen 7′, D. Moreno 90′ (pen.). 9 yellow cards were shown. Once Caldas had 61% possession while Deportivo Pereira held 39%. Once Caldas had 21 shots (7 on target) compared to 4 (3 on target) for Deportivo Pereira. Once Caldas made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Pereira made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Once Caldas and Deportivo Pereira — 3 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Quintero
Penalty
Match Statistics
Once Caldas had 61% possession against Deportivo Pereira's 39%. Once Caldas registered 21 shots (7 on target) while Deportivo Pereira managed 4 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Once Caldas lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under H. Herrera, while Deportivo Pereira deployed a 4-4-2 under L. Álvarez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Once Caldas is 6.85, compared to 6.73 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. Once Caldas's highest-rated starter is J. Aguirre (7.10), while Deportivo Pereira's best-rated player is J. Pestaña (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
Once Caldas deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Deportivo Pereira's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
Once Caldas field 5 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Deportivo Pereira's 4 rated 6.52. 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
Once Caldas start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Deportivo Pereira averaging 6.50. 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
Once Caldas's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 Once Caldas's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: J. Cuesta (28), oldest: J. Aguirre (33)), while Deportivo Pereira average 28.7 (youngest: A. Piedrahita (23), oldest: S. Ichazo (33)). 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
Once Caldas's starters average 38 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Once Caldas have recorded 2 wins, 2 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
Once Caldas and Deportivo Pereira have met 4 times — Once Caldas won 2, Deportivo Pereira won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Once Caldas leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (6 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 24 Mar 2026