Match Summary
Junior defeated Águilas Doradas 3:1. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by L. González 16′, J. Pestaña 21′, L. González 63′ (pen.), C. Bacca 70′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 53% possession while Águilas Doradas held 47%. Junior had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Águilas Doradas. Junior made 5 substitutions, Águilas Doradas made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Wilson Morelo 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Águilas Doradas — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Caicedo
assist: J. Cuenú
Penalty
Penalty
Match Statistics
Junior had 53% possession against Águilas Doradas's 47%. Junior registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Águilas Doradas managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 10–10.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Águilas Doradas deployed a 4-3-3 under C. Farías.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.81, compared to 7.11 for Águilas Doradas. 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 S. Mele (6.96), while Águilas Doradas's best-rated player is F. Salazar (7.27).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Junior have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by E. Herrera (1G). Águilas Doradas's starters account for 3 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by J. Pineda (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Águilas Doradas'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
Junior field 5 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Águilas Doradas's 4 rated 7.04. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Águilas Doradas averaging 7.27. 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
Junior's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Águilas Doradas. 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 Junior's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (35)), while Águilas Doradas average 29.0 (youngest: J. Quiñónes (28), oldest: J. Contreras (31)). 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
Junior's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 13 for Águilas Doradas. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Junior have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Águilas Doradas show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Águilas Doradas have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Águilas Doradas won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (5 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026