Deportes Tolima hosts Junior from Barranquilla at Estadio Manuel Murillo Toro, at The game, which started at 7:30 pm local time on Colômbia, recorded a partial score of 0-1 for the visitor until the 62nd minute of the second half. José Enamorado scored the only goal of the match in the 17th minute of the first half, extending Junior’s overall lead to 4-0, after a 3-0 victory in the first leg.
The confrontation defines the champion of the second half of Colombian football. Tolima needs to reverse a difference of four goals to win the title in the 90 minutes or three to take extra time via penalties. Junior, led by Alfredo Arias, controls the actions even after the expulsion of Guillermo Paiva.
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Main plays of the first half
Junior opened the scoring early in the match at Ibagué. José Enamorado received a precise pass from Yimmi Chará and scored with class, passing the ball over the goalkeeper Essa play consolidated the initial superiority of the visitors, who reached 4-0 overall in the series.
Tensions increased in the 41st minute, when Guillermo Paiva received a straight red card for violent conduct against Marlon Torres. Referee Andrés Rojas did not hesitate to send off the Paraguayan striker, leaving Junior with one player less. Essa change forced tactical adjustments on Alfredo Arias’s team.
- 17′: Gol from José Enamorado – Passe from Yimmi Chará to
- 41′: Cartão red for G. Paiva – Conduta violent in dispute with Marlon Torres.
- 44′: Falta committed by Brayan Rovira, generating tension at the end of the first half.
- 45′: Falta of Marlon Torres, with additional time of three minutes announced.
- Interval: Placar from 0 to 1, with Junior controlling the pace despite Tolima’s temporary numerical superiority.
Second half adjustments
Tolima started the complementary stage with offensive substitutions. Juan Torres came on for Juan Pablo Nieto in the 55th minute, looking for more presence in the attack. The home team presses in search of a discount, but runs into Junior’s organized defense.
Guillermo Celis replaced Bryan Castrillón in the 46th minute, reinforcing the midfield after the expulsion. Samuel Velásquez committed a foul in the 52nd minute, interrupting a quick transition by the visitors. Essas changes maintain the balance, with Junior managing the advantage.
The moment of attack favors Junior, who exploits counterattacks. Tolima creates opportunities, but lacks precision in finishing. The match remains intense, with the aggregate leaning heavily towards the Barranquilleros.
Performance of highlighted players
José Enamorado leads the positive evaluations on the side of Junior. The striker not only scored the goal but also unbalanced the Tolima defense with dribbling and speed. Yimmi Chará contributes with assists and game vision.
By Tolima, Marlon Torres and Yhormar Hurtado stand out in the marking. Brayan Rovira organizes the midfield, despite the difficulties in overcoming the opponent’s defensive line. Didier Moreno, in Junior, controls the pace with precise passes.
Context of the round-trip final
The series began with a convincing 3-0 win for Junior at Barranquilla on December 12th. José Enamorado had already shone with two goals in that match. Tolima, trained by Lucas González, is looking for a historic comeback at home.
Estadio Manuel Murillo Toro registers a massive presence of local fans. Referee Andrés Rojas commands the match, with an average number of cards in line with the Colombian finals. The initial formations confirm the 4-2-3-1 formation for both teams.
Junior arrives motivated after eliminating rivals in the quadrangles. Tolima, undefeated at home in recent decisive stages, is counting on the support of the fans to apply pressure.
Minute by minute until 62 minutes
The second half presents alternating dominance. Aos 55 minutes, Juan Torres enters to give more strength to Tolima. Samuel Velásquez almost equalizes with a deflected shot, but the ball hits the post.
The Junior responds with quick transitions. Enamorado remains dangerous, exploring spaces left by the pressure of Tolima. The expulsion of Paiva numerically balances the game in the final minutes of the first half.
- 46′: Substituição in Junior – Guillermo Celis replaces Bryan Castrillón.
- 52′: Falta of Samuel Velásquez, interrupting counterattack.
- 55′: Substituição in Tolima – Juan Torres replaces Juan Pablo Nieto.
- 60′: Oportunidade lost by Tolima, with a deflection off the post.
- 62′: Partida is still in progress, with a score of 0 to 1 and Junior close to the title.
Tactical formations and strategies
Deportes Tolima lines up with Cristopher Fiermarín in goal, defense made up of Yhormar Hurtado, Marlon Torres, In the middle, Juan Pablo Nieto and Brayan Rovira anchor, with support from Jersson González, Kevin Pérez and Mauricio González for Adrián Parra in attack.
Junior responds with Mauro Silveira; Jhomier Guerrero, Lucas Monzón, Jermein Peña and Yeison Suárez in defense. Didier Moreno and Jesús Rivas on steering wheel, Yimmi Chará centered, flanks with Bryan Castrillón and José Enamorado to Guillermo Paiva.
The substitutions change the panorama, with the Tolima more offensive and the defensive Junior after the red.
Aggregate perspective
The aggregate of 0 to 4 favors Junior largely. Qualquer result that maintains this difference crowns the Barranquilleros as champions. Tolima needs at least four goals without conceding any more to turn it around directly.
The match remains in progress, with possibilities for changes in the score. Junior’s control remains solid, exploiting the opponent’s mistakes.
