Colombian showdown for a spot in the CONMEBOL Copa Sudamericana group stage. Tolima, at home with their crowd, aiming to kick out Independiente Medellín, who wanted to be the Colombian team to make it through.

A tough midfield battle with few chances on both ends saw the game end 0-0 in regular time, taking us to penalties. Independiente Medellín clinched it, winning the penalty shootout 4-2 as the away team.

With this result, Independiente Medellín advances to the Copa Sudamericana group stage, while Deportes Tolima is officially out of the competition, ending their dream of making it to the 2024 Copa Sudamericana.