Match Summary
Independiente Medellin defeated Junior 3:1. The match was played in Primera A 2018. Goals were scored by L. Castro 45′, L. Castro 55′, Y. González 71′, G. Cano 80′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Independiente Medellin had 63% possession while Junior held 37%. Independiente Medellin had 20 shots (10 on target) compared to 7 (5 on target) for Junior. Independiente Medellin made 3 substitutions, Junior made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Independiente Medellin and Junior — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Ricaurte
assist: J. Sánchez
Match Statistics
Independiente Medellin had 63% possession against Junior's 37%. Independiente Medellin registered 20 shots (10 on target) while Junior managed 7 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 8–4. Fouls committed: 11–16.
Lineups
Independiente Medellin lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation under O. Zambrano, while Junior deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Comesaña.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Independiente Medellin is —, compared to 6.50 for Junior. 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. Independiente Medellin's highest-rated starter is —, while Junior's best-rated player is R. Pérez (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Independiente Medellin deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Junior's 4-man backline averaging 6.50. 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
Independiente Medellin field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Junior'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
Independiente Medellin start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Junior 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 Independiente Medellin's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Junior average 33.5 (youngest: V. Cantillo (32), oldest: R. Pérez (35)). 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, Independiente Medellin have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Junior show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Independiente Medellin and Junior have met 6 times — Independiente Medellin won 3, Junior won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Independiente Medellin leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.83 per match (6 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (6)
API data: 24 Mar 2026