Union Magdalena vs Deportes Tolima Prediction: Can Tolima Secure Three Important Win Points?

In the upcoming fixture of Colombia Categoria A, Matchday 19, Union Magdalena will be up against Deportes Tolima at the Estadio Sierra Nevada. According to the table standings of today, Union Magdalena stands 18th with 3 wins and 18 points, whereas Deportes Tolima stands 12th with 5 wins and 22 points. The two teams last played in July 2022, and Union Magdalena won (2-1); however, in the last four matches played between the two, Deportes Tolima has won thrice, and Union has just been successful once. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup and other interesting facts.

Union Magdalena - Coming off a Draw Against Chico FC (DLLWL)

Going in the matchup, Union Magdalena is coming off a goalless draw against Chico FC (0-0), in which Union secured 58% possession and had 3 shots on target. Though Union made reasonable attacking tactics, however, Chico’s defense was on point. With the likes of Pena, Angulo, and Mejia in the lineup, Union is likely to come out strong against Tolima and maximize the home advantage. In the last five matches played, Union has managed just a win and dented by three losses. When playing at home, Union Magdalena has managed a win and a defeat in the last two home matches. Hence, the home side is likely to struggle in the upcoming matchup as well. Talking about the scoring average, Union has conceded 11 and scored just 4 goals in the last five matches played. 

Deportes Tolima - Coming off a Win Against Alianza Petrolera (WDLDL)

Going in the matchup, Deportes Tolima is coming off a morale-boosting win against Alianza Petrolera (2-1), in which Estefano Arango and Julian Quinones scored goals. Yeison Guzman was also spot-on with the timely assistance. In the last five matches played, Deportes Tolima has scored 3 goals, averaging 0.60 goals per game. In comparison to the scoring average, Tolima has conceded 6 goals, averaging 1.20 goals. About the match form, Tolima has lost its last two away matches, in which it managed 0 goals and conceded 4 goals. Hence, it’s quite clear that Tolima is also struggling in away fixtures. With the likes of Diego Herazo, Brayan Alexander, and Yeison Guzman in the lineup, Tolima will certainly be looking to strike back at Union Magdalena.

Expert Betting Tips

Moving forward in the contest, Union is coming off a draw, whereas Tolima defeated Petrolera in the last outing. Considering the current match form of the two competing teams, I am predicting a draw or Tolima scoring 2 or more goals and winning. As Union has failed to score in three of the last five matches, I am expecting only Tolima to score. The match total is likely to be under 2.5 goals, and the correct score is expected to be 0-2. 

• Deportes Tolima to Win for 2.55
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.7
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.885