Match Summary
Junior defeated Independiente Medellin 3:2. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by C. Bacca 4′, J. Enamorado 16′, J. Ortiz 40′, C. Bacca 71′, D. Moreno 88′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 39% possession while Independiente Medellin held 61%. Junior had 9 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (8 on target) for Independiente Medellin. Junior made 5 substitutions, Independiente Medellin made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Independiente Medellin — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Fuentes
assist: Y. Moreno
assist: L. Berrío
assist: J. Varela
Match Statistics
Junior had 39% possession against Independiente Medellin's 61%. Junior registered 9 shots (7 on target) while Independiente Medellin managed 17 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 17–8.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Independiente Medellin deployed a 4-4-2 under A. Arias.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.81, compared to 6.94 for Independiente Medellin. 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 Independiente Medellin's best-rated player is D. Londoño (6.94).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Junior have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Independiente Medellin's starters account for 1 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Londoño (1G). 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 6.79 on average, against Independiente Medellin's 4-man backline averaging 6.94. 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 Independiente Medellin's 4 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Independiente Medellin 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Junior and 43% for Independiente Medellin. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Junior's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Independiente Medellin. 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 29.3 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (35)), while Independiente Medellin average 30.0 (youngest: D. Londoño (30), oldest: D. Londoño (30)). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 48 for Independiente Medellin. 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. Independiente Medellin show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Junior
Independiente Medellin
Head to Head
Junior and Independiente Medellin have met 6 times — Junior won 2, Independiente Medellin won 3, 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 (5 for the home side, 6 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.
2
Junior
1
Drawn
3
Independiente Medellin
Recent Meetings (6)
API data: 24 Mar 2026