Match Summary
Once Caldas defeated Junior 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2018. Goals were scored by D. Lemos 70′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Once Caldas had 42% possession while Junior held 58%. Once Caldas had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Junior. Once Caldas made 3 substitutions, Junior made 1.
Match Events
Key match events between Once Caldas and Junior — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Once Caldas had 42% possession against Junior's 58%. Once Caldas registered 8 shots (3 on target) while Junior managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 15–16.
Lineups
Once Caldas lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under H. Bodhert, while Junior deployed a 4-2-3-1 under J. Comesaña.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Once Caldas 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. Once Caldas's highest-rated starter is —, while Junior's best-rated player is R. Pérez (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Once Caldas 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
Once Caldas field 5 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
Once Caldas start 2 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 Once Caldas's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Junior average 35.0 (youngest: R. Pérez (35), 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Once Caldas have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Junior show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Once Caldas and Junior have met 2 times — Once Caldas won 0, Junior won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 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 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026