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Independiente Medellin vs Atletico Nacional

18 December 2025 at 00:30Estadio Atanasio Girardot

Match Summary

Atletico Nacional defeated Independiente Medellin 1:0. The match was played in Copa Colombia 2025. Goals were scored by A. Roman 11′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Independiente Medellin made 5 substitutions, Atletico Nacional made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Independiente Medellin and Atletico Nacional — 1 goal and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Lineups

Independiente Medellin lined up in a — formation under Alejandro Restrepo Mazo, while Atletico Nacional deployed a — under Diego Alejandro Arias Hincapié.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Independiente Medellin is 6.76, compared to 6.98 for Atletico Nacional. 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. Independiente Medellin's highest-rated starter is J. Ortiz (6.95), while Atletico Nacional's best-rated player is W. Tesillo (7.34).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Independiente Medellin have contributed 6 goals and 1 assists this season, led by J. Ortiz (3G). Atletico Nacional's starters account for 23 goals and 16 assists, spearheaded by A. Morelos (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Independiente Medellin field 11 midfielders averaging 6.76, versus Atletico Nacional's 11 rated 6.98. 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 83% for Independiente Medellin and 82% for Atletico Nacional. 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

Independiente Medellin's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 30 for Atletico Nacional. 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 Independiente Medellin's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: K. Mantilla (22), oldest: B. Perlaza (33)), while Atletico Nacional average 30.4 (youngest: C. Haydar (24), oldest: D. Ospina (37)). 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

Independiente Medellin's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 18 for Atletico Nacional. 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.

Independiente MedellinPosition StrengthAtletico Nacional
6.76
Avg Rating
6.98
6.76Midfielder (11 v 11)6.98
6G 1A23G 16A
Independiente Medellin
29MidfielderW. Aguerre
4MidfielderK. Mantilla6.5
26MidfielderE. Mena Perea6.71A
33MidfielderD. Londono6.91G
24MidfielderJ. Ortiz7.03G
7MidfielderL. Berrio6.81G
10MidfielderJ. Barrera
14MidfielderB. Perlaza6.81G
15MidfielderJ. Alvarado
27MidfielderB. Leon
71MidfielderJ. Arizala
Atletico Nacional
1MidfielderD. Ospina7.1
4MidfielderC. Haydar7.21A
13MidfielderC. Candido
16MidfielderW. Tesillo7.31G2A
6MidfielderA. Roman6.52G1A
9MidfielderA. Morelos7.111G4A
8MidfielderM. Uribe7.02G
10MidfielderE. Cardona7.13G3A
80MidfielderJ. Zapata6.7
18MidfielderM. Hinestroza
29MidfielderA. Sarmiento6.84G5A

Rivalry since 2016

Independiente Medellin vs Atletico Nacional Head to Head Results· 41

Independiente Medellin and Atletico Nacional have met 41 times — Independiente Medellin won 10, Atletico Nacional won 14, with 17 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Atletico Nacional leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 41 meetings. A combined 118 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.88 per match (53 for the home side, 65 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 26 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (49%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Atletico Nacional are currently unbeaten in the last 8 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.

Total goals
118 · 2.9/match
Both scored
26/41 · 63%
Over 2.5
20/41 · 49%

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Highest-scoring game: 52 v 2025

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Independiente Medellin have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Atletico Nacional show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Match Prediction

Predicted winnerAtletico Nacional

 

45%

Draw

Statistical tip

Double chance: draw or Atletico Nacional

42%Form58%
40%Attack60%
50%Defence50%
38%Goals63%
25%Head-to-head75%
36.5%Overall63.7%

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

API data: 11 May 2026