Bahia’s nemesis beat Tolima, lead race for Libertadores group spot | OneFootball

This Wednesday, O’Higgins defeated Tolima 1-0 in the first leg of the final phase of the Pre-Libertadores. Francisco González scored the only goal of the match at El Teniente Stadium. The Colombians played with one less player after Kelvin Florez was sent off at the 37th minute of the first half. Then, at the 36th minute of the second half, Felipe Ogaz was also sent off, leaving the Chileans short-handed, who had eliminated Bahia in the previous stage of the competition.

Match Situation

With this result, O’Higgins can play for a draw in the return match next Wednesday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium. Tolima, on the other hand, needs a win by at least two goals to qualify, while a victory by one goal difference will take the game to penalties.

📋 Match Summary

🔵 O’HIGGINS 1 x 0 TOLIMA 🔴

🏆 Competition: Pre-Libertadores 🏟️ Location: El Teniente Stadium 📅 Date: March 4, 2026 (Wednesday) ⏰ Time: 9:30 PM (Brasília time)

Goals

How the Game Went

Tolima had the first good chance in the match. Jersson González received the ball in the area and shot poorly, straight at Carabalí for an easy save. Shortly after, Adrian Parra had another chance with a strong shot from outside the area, but the goalkeeper saved again.

At the 37th minute, Kelvin Florez hit Alan Robledo in the face and was shown a red card, leaving Tolima short-handed. Only at the 53rd minute did O’Higgins manage to open the scoring. Castillo poorly cleared a cross, and Pavez headed it to Francisco González, who entered the small area and found the back of the net.

In the second half, O’Higgins took advantage of their numerical superiority and had the best chances but failed to extend their lead. At the 36th minute, Felipe Ogaz tackled Jader Valencia from behind and was also sent off after receiving a second yellow card, evening the number of players on each team.

Upcoming Matches

O’Higgins

Tolima

Sporting Cristal Wins Against Carabobo Away in Pre-Libertadores First Leg

Also in the Pre-Libertadores this Wednesday, Sporting Cristal defeated Carabobo away 1-0 at the Polideportivo Misael Delgado Stadium. Yoshimar Yotún scored for the Peruvians.

The second match will be next Wednesday at 6:00 PM (Brasília time) at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium.

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