Deportes Tolima vs Junior F.C Prediction: Both Sides Struggling in Categoria A Fixtures

In the upcoming fixture of the Copa Sudamericana, Deportes Tolima will play against its counterpart Junior F.C. at the Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium in Ibague. Junior F.C. and Tolima have played each other several times in Primera A fixtures. Hence, the two sides and their management will be looking forward to playing according to their strengths and securing a win. Considering the importance of the fixture and qualification, the two are likely to continue with their regular lineups. The last time these two teams took on each other, Junior F.C. won (2-1). 

Going in the matchup, Deportes Tolima is coming off a draw against Deportivo Pereira (1-1) in which Julian Quinones gave his side an electric start by scoring in the 7th minute of play. Irrespective of the current points table standings, Deportes Tolima will look to keep themselves cool and focus on just the qualification. Deportes Tolima’s recent stats don’t define their exemplary performances in the past, hence, I believe, Sosa, Hernandez, Rios, and Quinones will be reflecting on their past individual performances and will come out strong. Tolima's recent match form highlights two defeats and three draws from the last five matches played. Tolima has scored just 5 goals in 5 matches, averaging at 1.00 goals per game. 

Going in the contest, Junior F.C. is coming off a win over La Equidad (1-0), giving itself an edge over Tolima for tomorrow’s game. However, Junior F.C.’s overall goal-scoring average and consistency is questionable, as it has scored only 2 goals in the last 5 matches. Hence, if you aren’t scoring, you aren’t winning. In the last outing, Luis Sandoval scored the only goal of the match at the stroke of the halftime whistle. Excelling with a 4-2-3-1 formation, Junior F.C. is likely to keep on the paddle and play with a positive belief.

Junior F.C. is backed by players who are match-winners themselves. With the presence of Quintero, Velez, Sandoval, and Ortiz in the lineup, Junior F.C. is stronger on paper. Hence, I believe Junior will be successful in registering a shy win (0-1). Subsequently, the game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals, and only Junior to score.

• Junior F.C to Win for 3.30
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.755
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.51