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Once Caldas vs Santa Fe

Estadio Palogrande, Manizales16 November 2021 at 01:05
21
Referee: C. Ortega

Match Events

Once Caldas
Santa Fe
Kick Off
22′
C. SánchezL. Pico
D. Quiñonez

assist: J. Pérez

23′
29′José Ortiz
34′
J. Velásquez

assist: K. Osorio

Half Time
J. PérezA. García
46′
Robert Mejía50′
50′Ronaldo Dinolis
60′Dairon Mosquera
66′
J. VelásquezJ. González
66′
J. PedrozaF. Delgado
68′
R. DinolisM. Castro
N. QuiñonesA. Estacio
75′
77′Matías Castro
M. CarreazoN. Palacios
84′
Alejandro García89′
A. García

assist: A. Estacio

89′
M. GarcíaN. Giraldo
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox2
13Fouls12
2Corner Kicks5
2Offsides1
51%Ball Possession49%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
414Total passes389
335Passes accurate308
81%Passes %79%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Once Caldas is 6.62, compared to 6.85 for Santa Fe. 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. Cardona (6.85), while Santa Fe's best-rated player is D. Mosquera (6.85).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Once Caldas have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by J. Cardona (2G). Santa Fe's starters account for 0 goals and 0 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

Once Caldas deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Santa Fe's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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 6.50, versus Santa Fe'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

Once Caldas start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Santa Fe 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

Once Caldas's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Santa Fe. 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 25.0 (youngest: D. Quiñonez (24), oldest: J. Cardona (26)), while Santa Fe average 33.0 (youngest: D. Mosquera (33), oldest: D. Mosquera (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 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Santa Fe. 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.

Once Caldas4-2-3-14-3-2-1Santa Fe
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Escobar19González4Murillo24Palma34Cardona14Mejía21Carreazo33Quiñones16Pérez9García15Quiñonez22Castell.2Torijano30Mosquera5Sánchez17Mejía13Osorio10Velásqu.31Ortiz27Porras19Dinolis8Pedroza

Substitutes

Coach: D. Corredor

Substitutes

Coach: G. Méndez

Once CaldasPosition StrengthSanta Fe
6.62
Avg Rating
6.85
6.85Defender (4 v 4)6.85
2G 0A0G 0A
6.50Midfielder (5 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Once Caldas4-2-3-1
25GoalkeeperJ. Escobar
19DefenderYoiver González
4DefenderD. Murillo
24DefenderJ. Palma
34DefenderJ. Cardona6.82G
14MidfielderR. Mejía6.3
21MidfielderM. Carreazo
33MidfielderN. Quiñones
16MidfielderJ. Pérez
15MidfielderD. Quiñonez6.7
9ForwardM. García
Santa Fe4-3-2-1
22GoalkeeperL. Castellanos
2DefenderF. Torijano
30DefenderD. Mosquera6.8
31DefenderJ. Ortiz
27DefenderC. Porras
5MidfielderC. Sánchez
17MidfielderA. Mejía
13MidfielderK. Osorio
10MidfielderJ. Velásquez
8MidfielderJ. Pedroza
19ForwardR. Dinolis

Match Summary

Once Caldas defeated Santa Fe 2:1. The match was played in Primera A 2021. Goals were scored by D. Quiñonez 23′, J. Velásquez 34′, A. García 89′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Once Caldas had 51% possession while Santa Fe held 49%. Once Caldas had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Santa Fe. Once Caldas made 4 substitutions, Santa Fe made 4.

Rivalry since 2016

Once Caldas vs Santa Fe Head to Head Results

23 stretnutí
Once Caldas
5
wins
Drawn
5
Santa Fe
13
wins
Total goals
49 · 2.1/match
Both scored
10/23 · 43%
Over 2.5
10/23 · 43%

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026