Copa Libertadores: Universitario vs Deportes Tolima 26/05/2026

Double chance betting

Final round of the Copa Libertadores group stage, with this match acting as a “final” for 2nd place in Group 2, which grants qualification to the knockout stage. Universitario need only a victory to secure it, while Tolima will get the job done even with a draw. The loser of the match also risks losing 3rd place, which leads to the Copa Sudamericana.

The hosts have not benefited from the coaching change. With Hector Raul Cooper on the bench, their performances have remained consistently mediocre. They are now winless in five consecutive matches, which also cost them top spot in the Apertura. They are managing their energy ahead of the Clausura and have made the Copa Libertadores their absolute priority.

Deportes Tolima struggled to balance multiple competitions and their recent results have not been good either. They lost 3-1 to Atletico Nacional and were eliminated in the Apertura playoff semifinals. Now they are called to protect their standings advantage, avoid defeat in Peru and continue into the next stage of the Copa Libertadores.

Neither team is currently at its best, but the Colombians arguably have a slightly higher competitive ceiling. Universitario will have the support of their fans, but Tolima are playing for two results. At around 2.00 odds, the home win prices look too low. There is value in opposing the hosts and backing the visitors on the double chance market.