Match Summary
Junior defeated Union Magdalena 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2019. Goals were scored by G. Mera 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 72% possession while Union Magdalena held 28%. Junior had 22 shots (3 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Union Magdalena. Junior made 3 substitutions, Union Magdalena made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Union Magdalena — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Gutiérrez
Match Statistics
Junior had 72% possession against Union Magdalena's 28%. Junior registered 22 shots (3 on target) while Union Magdalena managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 10–4. Fouls committed: 19–16.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under J. Comesaña, while Union Magdalena deployed a 5-4-1 under P. Sarmiento.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.50, compared to — for Union Magdalena. 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. Junior's highest-rated starter is R. Pérez (6.50), while Union Magdalena's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Union Magdalena'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
Junior field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Union Magdalena's 7 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
Junior start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for Union Magdalena 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 Junior's starting XI is 33.5 (youngest: V. Cantillo (32), oldest: R. Pérez (35)), while Union Magdalena 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Junior have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Union Magdalena show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Union Magdalena have met 4 times — Junior won 2, Union Magdalena won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 12 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (7 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 24 Mar 2026