Match Summary
Junior defeated Envigado 2:1. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by C. Bacca 63′, C. Bacca 83′ (pen.), J. Parra 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Envigado had 41% possession while Junior held 59%. Envigado had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for Junior. Envigado made 5 substitutions, Junior made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Andrey Estupiñán 82′), Penalty confirmed (Jesús Vargas 89′).
Match Events
Key match events between Envigado and Junior — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Fuentes
Penalty
Penalty
Match Statistics
Envigado had 41% possession against Junior's 59%. Envigado registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Junior managed 18 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 10–7.
Lineups
Envigado lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Orozco, while Junior deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Reyes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Envigado is 6.68, compared to 6.81 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. Envigado's highest-rated starter is F. Jaramillo (6.83), while Junior's best-rated player is S. Mele (6.96).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Envigado have contributed 2 goals and 5 assists this season, led by G. Cuervo (1G). Junior's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by E. Herrera (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
Envigado deploy 4 defenders rated 6.57 on average, against Junior's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. 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
Envigado field 5 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Junior's 5 rated 6.68. 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
Envigado start 1 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.
Discipline
Envigado's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Junior. 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 Envigado's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: W. Hurtado (21), oldest: F. Jaramillo (29)), while Junior average 28.8 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (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.
Squad Depth
Envigado's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 17 for Junior. 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, Envigado have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Junior show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Envigado and Junior have met 2 times — Envigado won 1, Junior won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Envigado leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026