Match Summary
Deportes Tolima and Once Caldas drew 1:1. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by Y. Guzmán 50′, J. Zapata 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Deportes Tolima made 5 substitutions, Once Caldas made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Deportes Tolima and Once Caldas — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Miranda
assist: J. Patiño
Lineups
Deportes Tolima lined up in a — formation under D. González, while Once Caldas deployed a — under H. Herrera.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Deportes Tolima is 6.84, compared to 6.83 for Once Caldas. 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 A. Angulo (6.95), while Once Caldas's best-rated player is J. Aguirre (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Deportes Tolima have contributed 5 goals and 11 assists this season, led by Á. Castro (2G). Once Caldas's starters account for 0 goals and 5 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.
Midfield Control
Deportes Tolima field 11 midfielders averaging 6.84, versus Once Caldas's 11 rated 6.83. 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.
Discipline
Deportes Tolima's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 for Once Caldas. 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 27.6 (youngest: B. Gil (24), oldest: Á. Castro (31)), while Once Caldas average 29.0 (youngest: J. Patiño (27), oldest: J. Aguirre (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
Deportes Tolima's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 34 for Once Caldas. 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. Once Caldas show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Deportes Tolima and Once Caldas have met 2 times — Deportes Tolima won 2, Once Caldas won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Deportes Tolima leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (3 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 2–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026