Laura Rozo
Get ready for a thrilling encounter between Deportes Tolima vs Alianza Petrolera, as they go head-to-head in an exciting duel scheduled for matchday 18 of the Colombian League. Both teams have had a challenging campaign so far, but it’s Alianza who are currently enjoying the better results, sitting just a couple of games away from the quadrangular phase.
Here at JefeBet, we present our analysis, predictions and other information on this captivating match between Deportes Tolima vs Alianza Petrolera.
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Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Deportes Tolima vs Alianza Petrolera Colombian Primera A Matchday 18 Game on May 6, 2023
- Where: Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium, Ibagué, Colombia
- When: Saturday, May 6, 2023, 8:15 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Deportes Tolima (To be determined) / Tie (To be determined) / Alianza Petrolera (To be determined)
- Asian Handicap: Deportes Tolima (AH To be defined) / Alianza Petrolera (AH To be defined)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over [To be determined] / Under [To be determined]
- Both teams score: Yes [To be determined] / No [To be determined]
Betting on Deportes Tolima
The Pijaos are heading into this Deportes Tolima vs Alianza Petrolera match with a negative streak, and without the same killer instinct they displayed in previous seasons against the traditional teams. They currently sit in 13th place with only four victories out of 17 games. Under the guidance of new coach Juan Cruz Real, the Tolima team will be relying on their passionate fans for support, who have endured a tough season so far.
It is worth mentioning that in their last Copa Sudamericana match against Sao Paulo, Tolima managed a goalless draw. Opportunities came from both sides, but the game proved to be calm and fortunate for the Brazilians. So far, the Tolima team have yet to win in the international tournament, and have gone seven matchdays without a victory in the domestic league.
However, we can expect the team from Ibagué to put up a strong fight in their home ground and try to get back on the path to success. This is especially important after the departure of Hernán Torres, who left the team after an excellent run of seasons with the Vinotinto y Oro.
Possible Lineup (4-5-1): Christian Vargas; Léider Riascos, Juan Mera, José Cuenú, Juan Arboleda; Fabián Mosquera, Juan Ríos, Juan Pablo Nieto, Yeison Guzmán, Facundo Boné; Juan Fernando Caicedo.
Betting on Alianza Petrolera
Alianza Petrolera is heading into the match with a high morale, after a string of impressive results in recent matchdays, including victories against Santa Fe, Jaguares, Once Caldas, and Águilas Doradas.
In their last match against the league leaders, Alianza put on a fantastic performance and surprised everyone by winning 2-1. The hero of the match was Pablo Bueno, who scored a double in just six minutes to secure the victory. The team from Barrancabermeja made the most of their home ground advantage and secured their place in the top eight with just a few rounds left to go.
For this crucial match-up, we can expect the team under the guidance of coach Hubert Bodhert to be cautious in their defense, especially when considering that they have only won one of their last 12 encounters at the Manuel Murillo Toro stadium.
Possible lineup (4-5-1): José Luis Chunga; Efraín Navarro, Luciano Ospina, Pedro Franco, Leonardo Saldaña; Freddy Flórez, Rubén Manjarrés, Harrison Mojica, Sebastián Acosta, Luis Angulo; Pablo Bueno.
JefeBet Prediction
While the Tolima team may not have the same mystique and effectiveness as in previous tournaments, they do have a historical edge over their opponents in recent encounters. In fact, in 17 out of the last 24 games against Alianza Petrolera, Deportes Tolima has managed to avoid defeat.
With a strong visiting team, but one that hasn’t been very effective away from home, at JefeBet, we predict that the points will be evenly split in this exciting Deportes Tolima vs Alianza Petrolera match
Prediction: Draw (TOL 1-1 ALI).
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