In the fourth round of the Primera División, Tolima triumphed as the home team at the Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium. The match saw Brayan Rovira break the deadlock with a powerful strike in the 21st minute of the first half, following a precise assist from Ever Valencia.
Rovira’s outstanding performance earned him the title of the match’s best player, thanks to his crucial goal. Meanwhile, Salvador Ichazo, the Pereira goalkeeper, demonstrated remarkable skill by saving four shots, keeping his team in the game despite the loss.
Under the guidance of coach Lucas González, Tolima set up in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Cristopher Fiermarín in goal, with defenders Cristian Arrieta, Marlon Torres, Anderson Angulo, and Samuel Velásquez. The midfield consisted of Juan Pablo Nieto, Brayan Rovira, Ever Valencia, Jader Quiñónes, and Mauricio González, while Jeinner Fuentes led the attack.
Pereira, on the other hand, managed by Rafael Dudamel, also adopted a 4-5-1 formation. Salvador Ichazo was positioned in goal, supported by defenders Jordy Monroy, Juan Quintero, Santiago Aguilar, and Edwin Velasco. Their midfield comprised Juan Ríos, Kelvin Osorio, Jhon Largacha, Darwin Quintero, and Yuber Quiñones, with Samy Merheg as the forward.
The match was officiated by referee Steven Camargo Abril.
In their upcoming matches, Tolima will host Atlético Nacional, while Pereira will face Once Caldas. This matchup is particularly significant for Pereira fans, as it is a historic rivalry known as the ‘Cafetero Classic’.
After this game, Tolima stands in fourth place with 6 points, while Pereira remains in tenth place with 4 points in the tournament.
Tolima Substitutions
28’ 1T – Jeinner Fuentes was replaced by Cristian Trujillo
45’ 2T – Ever Valencia, Jader Quiñónes, and Mauricio González came off for Kevin Pérez, Juan Pablo Torres, and Jersson González respectively
78’ 2T – Cristian Trujillo was substituted by Juan José Mera
Yellow Cards for Tolima:
28’ 1T Christian Trujillo (Entering the field without the referee’s permission)
18’ 2T Cristopher Fiermarín (Delaying the game)
38’ 2T Samuel Velásquez (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Tolima:
24’ 1T Brayan Rovira (Direct red)
Pereira Substitutions
18’ 1T – Yuber Quiñones was substituted by Omar Albornoz
57’ 2T – Jhon Largacha was replaced by Yesus Cabrera
73’ 2T – Darwin Quintero, Jordy Monroy, and Samy Merheg came off for Gustavo Torres, Walmer Pacheco, and Marco Pérez respectively
Yellow Cards for Pereira:
20’ 1T Juan Ríos (Unsporting behavior)
Red Cards for Pereira:
15’ 1T Juan Quintero (Direct red) and 21’ 2T Juan Ríos (Second yellow for a double yellow)