Rionegro Aguilas vs Deportes Tolima Prediction: Match Might Go Down to the Wire

In the upcoming fixture of the Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 3, Rionegro Águilas will take on Deportes Tolima at the Estadio Alberto Grisales in Rionegro. Deportes Tolima has started the proceedings with a draw and a win in two games played in the contest so far. On the other hand, Rionegro Aguilas has secured two draws in two games in the Colombian fixtures. Deportes Tolima and Rionegro Aguilas have a rich history of taking on each other in Colombian Apertura and Clausura. The last time these two teams took on each other, Tolima won (1-2). 

Rionegro Aguilas has stayed among the top-tier sides in the Colombian circuit, however, its recent match form is only limited to draws and defeats. In the game against Nacional, Rionegro looked positive to attack and struck 7 shots on target. For the upcoming home fixture Rionegro will look to use its home support and defeat Tolima. In 21 of 24 matches at home, Rionegro has stayed unbeaten, however, it has recorded a single win from its last 6 matches in Primera A. With 31 goals scored in 29 matches against Deportes Tolima, Rionegro averages about 1.07 goals per game. Rionegro will be confident of securing a lead early in the contest and applying pressure to the opposition.

Deportes Tolima is carrying an unbeaten run in the Colombia Categoria A, as it managed to secure a draw against Once Caldas (1-1), in which Dayro Moreno scored the equalizer, and no goal was struck in the second half of play. Tolima is likely to keep its regular lineup and team combination, with Brayan Gil and Yelson Guzman leading the attack. As Deportes Tolima is carrying a healthy run, it is unlikely to struggle against Rionegro. Moreover, Tolima hasn’t lost in 11 of its last 12 matches against Rionegro Aguilas. Talking about the goal scoring average against Rionegro, Tolima averages 1.21 goals per game. 

Considering the overall statistics and gameplay, Deportes Tolima looks convincingly strong and well-equipped compared to Rionegro. However, Tolima has only won 2 of its last 12 away fixtures. Hence, I am predicting a draw at 1-1. Both teams will score a goal each and the game total will remain under 2.5 goals.

• Final Result - Draw for 2.90
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.05
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.56