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Deportivo Pasto vs Once Caldas

29 August 2025 at 01:30Estadio Departamental Libertad, Pasto

Match Summary

Once Caldas defeated Deportivo Pasto 2:1. The match was played in Copa Colombia 2025. Goals were scored by J. Cardona 44′, P. Gomez 82′, J. Cardona 90′ (o.g.). 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Deportivo Pasto made 5 substitutions, Once Caldas made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Deportivo Pasto and Once Caldas — 3 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.

Lineups

Deportivo Pasto lined up in a — formation under Jonathan Risueno, while Once Caldas deployed a — under Hernan Herrera.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Deportivo Pasto is 6.85, compared to 6.76 for Once Caldas. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Deportivo Pasto's highest-rated starter is J. Caicedo (6.85), while Once Caldas's best-rated player is R. Mejia (7.07).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Deportivo Pasto have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by J. Caicedo (1G). Once Caldas's starters account for 12 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by D. Moreno (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Deportivo Pasto field 11 midfielders averaging 6.85, versus Once Caldas's 11 rated 6.76. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Deportivo Pasto and 83% for Once Caldas. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Deportivo Pasto's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 25 for Once Caldas. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Deportivo Pasto's starting XI is 21.0 (youngest: J. Caicedo (21), oldest: J. Caicedo (21)), while Once Caldas average 28.1 (youngest: J. Parra (25), oldest: D. Moreno (40)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Deportivo Pasto's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 15 for Once Caldas. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Deportivo PastoPosition StrengthOnce Caldas
6.85
Avg Rating
6.76
6.85Midfielder (11 v 11)6.76
1G 1A12G 6A
Deportivo Pasto
12MidfielderV. Cabezas
23MidfielderJ. Rios
20MidfielderM. Castano
38MidfielderF. Villa
4MidfielderL. Caicedo
6MidfielderJ. Caicedo6.81G1A
18MidfielderW. F. Ordonez
21MidfielderJ. Rivas
22MidfielderD. Camacho
11MidfielderJ. Mendez
70MidfielderF. Espinal
Once Caldas
35MidfielderJ. Parra7.01A
30MidfielderK. Tamayo6.62A
34MidfielderJ. Cardona6.81G1A
15MidfielderJ. Castano6.7
4MidfielderE. Navarro6.6
20MidfielderA. Garcia Castillo
88MidfielderR. Mejia7.11A
5MidfielderI. Rojas6.6
17MidfielderD. Moreno7.010G1A
70MidfielderD. Quinones6.51G
92MidfielderA. Ibarguen

Rivalry since 2016

Deportivo Pasto vs Once Caldas Head to Head Results· 25

Deportivo Pasto and Once Caldas have met 25 times — Deportivo Pasto won 12, Once Caldas won 10, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Deportivo Pasto leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 58 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.32 per match (26 for the home side, 32 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (52%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Once Caldas are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2026.

Drawn
3
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Total goals
58 · 2.3/match
Both scored
10/25 · 40%
Over 2.5
13/25 · 52%

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Highest-scoring game: 42 v 2026

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Deportivo Pasto have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Once Caldas show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.

Match Prediction

Predicted winnerDeportivo Pasto

Deportivo Pasto

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Once Caldas

10%

Away win

Statistical tip

Double chance: Deportivo Pasto or draw

70%Form30%
54%Attack46%
25%Defence75%
63%Goals38%
71%Head-to-head29%
56.6%Overall43.6%

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026