Match Summary
Union Santa Fe defeated Barracas Central 2:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by J. Mosqueira 44′, J. Dómina 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Union Santa Fe had 46% possession while Barracas Central held 54%. Union Santa Fe had 28 shots (9 on target) compared to 15 (2 on target) for Barracas Central. Expected goals: Union Santa Fe 2.74 — Barracas Central 0.87. Union Santa Fe made 4 substitutions, Barracas Central made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Union Santa Fe and Barracas Central — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Luna Diale
Match Statistics
Union Santa Fe had 46% possession against Barracas Central's 54%. Union Santa Fe registered 28 shots (9 on target) while Barracas Central managed 15 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 13–8.
Lineups
Union Santa Fe lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under C. González, while Barracas Central deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Orfila.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Union Santa Fe is 7.03, compared to — for Barracas Central. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Union Santa Fe's highest-rated starter is F. Pardo (7.11), while Barracas Central's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Union Santa Fe deploy 5 defenders rated 7.11 on average, against Barracas Central's 4-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
Union Santa Fe field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Barracas Central's 5 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
Union Santa Fe start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Barracas Central 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.
Discipline
Union Santa Fe's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Barracas Central. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Union Santa Fe's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Mosqueira (21), oldest: N. Orsini (31)), while Barracas Central average 25.3 (youngest: F. Aguirre (23), oldest: G. Goñi (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Union Santa Fe's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 0 for Barracas Central. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Union Santa Fe have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Barracas Central show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Union Santa Fe and Barracas Central have met 2 times — Union Santa Fe won 0, Barracas Central won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Barracas Central leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. 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 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026