Match Summary
Sarmiento Junin and Velez Sarsfield drew 1:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by M. Mónaco 90′ (pen.), 3 L. Jara 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Sarmiento Junin had 39% possession while Velez Sarsfield held 61%. Sarmiento Junin had 4 shots (1 on target) compared to 19 (4 on target) for Velez Sarsfield. Sarmiento Junin made 5 substitutions, Velez Sarsfield made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Javier Toledo 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sarmiento Junin and Velez Sarsfield — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Sarmiento Junin had 39% possession against Velez Sarsfield's 61%. Sarmiento Junin registered 4 shots (1 on target) while Velez Sarsfield managed 19 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–14. Fouls committed: 13–7.
Lineups
Sarmiento Junin lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under I. Damonte, while Velez Sarsfield deployed a 3-4-2-1 under S. Méndez.
Defensive Solidity
Sarmiento Junin deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Velez Sarsfield's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Sarmiento Junin field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Velez Sarsfield's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Sarmiento Junin start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Velez Sarsfield averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sarmiento Junin's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: S. Quiroga (31), oldest: S. Quiroga (31)), while Velez Sarsfield average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sarmiento Junin have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Velez Sarsfield show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sarmiento Junin and Velez Sarsfield have met 2 times — Sarmiento Junin won 1, Velez Sarsfield won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026