The Vinotinto y Oro and El Verde faced off in a highly anticipated match but failed to find the back of the net, concluding the game in a stalemate.
Tolima dominated in terms of attacking attempts, recording 15 shots, with 13 of those going off target. Despite this, they could not convert any chances into goals.
Mauricio González stood out as the man of the match for Tolima, firing off five attempts at the goal. His efforts, however, were thwarted by a solid defensive performance from At. Nacional.
Goalkeeper David Ospina was another key performer, demonstrating his skill by saving four shots, ensuring his team walked away with a point.
Manager Lucas González deployed a 4-5-1 formation for Tolima, featuring Cristopher Fiermarín in goal; Marlon Torres, Anderson Angulo, Cristian Arrieta, and Samuel Velásquez in defense; Juan Pablo Torres, Juan Pablo Nieto, Mauricio González, Jersson González, and Kevin Pérez taking on midfield duties; while Gonzalo Lencina led the attack.
At. Nacional, under the guidance of Javier Gandolfi, also opted for a 4-5-1 setup, with David Ospina as the last line of defense; a backline consisting of Andrés Román, Juan Arias, César Haydar, and Camilo Cándido; Jorman Campuzano, Juan Manuel Zapata, Marino Hinestroza, Matheus Uribe, and Edwin Cardona managing the middle; and Alfredo Morelos spearheading the offense.
Diego Ulloa Angulo officiated the contest at the Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium.
In their next fixtures, Tolima will visit América de Cali while At. Nacional will host Alianza FC.
With this draw, Tolima has collected 7 points, placing them fifth in the standings, whereas At. Nacional now has 8 points, holding onto third place.
Substitutions for Tolima
45’ 2T – Yhormar Hurtado replaced Cristian Arrieta, Jader Quiñónes came on for Jersson González, and Andrés Sarmiento took over for Alfredo Morelos.
58’ 2T – Jeinner Fuentes substituted Kevin Pérez, while Junior Hernández came in for Mauricio González.
77’ 2T – Bruno Larregui replaced Samuel Velásquez, and Elkin Rivero came on for Juan Manuel Zapata.
Bookings for Tolima:
5’ 1T Marlon Torres (arguing with an opponent), 16’ 1T Anderson Angulo (unsporting behavior), 49’ 1T Jersson González (unsporting behavior), 21’ 2T Junior Hernández (unsporting behavior), and 49’ 2T Juan Pablo Torres (holding a rival player).
Substitutions for At. Nacional
36’ 1T – Andrés Salazar took Edwin Cardona’s place.
80’ 2T – Joan Castro replaced Andrés Román.
81’ 2T – Marlos Moreno came on for Marino Hinestroza.
Bookings for At. Nacional:
5’ 1T Camilo Cándido (arguing with an opponent), 5’ 1T Alfredo Morelos (arguing with an opponent), 28’ 1T Edwin Cardona (unsporting behavior), 34’ 1T Marino Hinestroza (insulting or showing disapproval of the referee), 36’ 2T David Ospina (time-wasting), 47’ 2T Andrés Salazar (time-wasting), and 50’ 2T César Haydar (time-wasting).
Red Cards for At. Nacional:
9’ 1T Matheus Uribe (direct red), and 32’ 1T Camilo Cándido (direct red).