Match Summary
Deportes Tolima and Independiente Medellin drew 2:2. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by Y. Guzmán 7′, D. Moreno 16′, S. Lucumí 66′, B. Perlaza 74′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Deportes Tolima had 57% possession while Independiente Medellin held 43%. Deportes Tolima had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Independiente Medellin. Deportes Tolima made 3 substitutions, Independiente Medellin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Deportes Tolima and Independiente Medellin — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Gil
assist: M. Monsalve
assist: B. Gil
assist: D. Moreno
Match Statistics
Deportes Tolima had 57% possession against Independiente Medellin's 43%. Deportes Tolima registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Independiente Medellin managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 15–13.
Lineups
Deportes Tolima lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under D. González, while Independiente Medellin deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Arias.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportes Tolima is 6.93, compared to 6.87 for Independiente Medellin. 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 B. Rovira (7.20), while Independiente Medellin's best-rated player is L. Chaverra (7.14).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Deportes Tolima have contributed 11 goals and 19 assists this season, led by B. Rovira (5G). Independiente Medellin's starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by L. Chaverra (4G). 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 6.89 on average, against Independiente Medellin's 4-man backline averaging 7.04. 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 3 midfielders averaging 7.20, versus Independiente Medellin'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
Deportes Tolima start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.77, compared to 1 for Independiente Medellin 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Deportes Tolima and 44% for Independiente Medellin. 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
Deportes Tolima's starters have collected 42 yellow cards this season, compared to 28 for Independiente Medellin. 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 27.4 (youngest: B. Gil (24), oldest: Y. Hurtado (29)), while Independiente Medellin average 28.8 (youngest: J. Fory (23), oldest: E. Chaux (34)). 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 28 league appearances each, versus 26 for Independiente Medellin. 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, Deportes Tolima have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Independiente Medellin show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Deportes Tolima and Independiente Medellin have met 4 times — Deportes Tolima won 1, Independiente Medellin won 3, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Independiente Medellin leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.25 per match (5 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Independiente Medellin are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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API data: 24 Mar 2026