Match Summary
Junior and Union Magdalena drew 0:0. The match was played in Primera A 2023. 7 yellow cards were shown, 3 red cards. Junior had 73% possession while Union Magdalena held 27%. Junior had 20 shots (5 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Union Magdalena. Junior made 4 substitutions, Union Magdalena made 3. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Ronaldo Lora 76′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Union Magdalena — 0 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Junior had 73% possession against Union Magdalena's 27%. Junior registered 20 shots (5 on target) while Union Magdalena managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 8–15.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Union Magdalena deployed a 5-3-2 under C. Rodríguez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.65, 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 L. Berdugo (6.65), while Union Magdalena's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Union Magdalena's 5-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 6.65, versus Union Magdalena's 3 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 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 23.0 (youngest: L. Berdugo (23), oldest: L. Berdugo (23)), 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.
Squad Depth
Junior's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Union Magdalena. 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
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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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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 24 Mar 2026