Match Summary
Junior defeated Union Magdalena 7:1. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by C. Bacca 9′ (pen.), J. Castro 19′ (o.g.), D. Caicedo 24′, J. Enamorado 43′, D. Caicedo 45′, D. Caicedo 63′, G. Torres 67′, S. Rodríguez 85′ (pen.). 7 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Junior had 58% possession while Union Magdalena held 42%. Junior had 15 shots (9 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for Union Magdalena. Junior made 5 substitutions, Union Magdalena made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Carlos Bacca 5′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Union Magdalena — 8 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Own Goal
assist: J. Enamorado
assist: G. Fuentes
assist: C. Bacca
assist: C. Bacca
assist: J. Contreras
Penalty
Match Statistics
Junior had 58% possession against Union Magdalena's 42%. Junior registered 15 shots (9 on target) while Union Magdalena managed 6 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 10–11.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Union Magdalena deployed a 4-3-2-1 under H. Rivera.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.74, 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 E. Olivera (6.79), while Union Magdalena's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Union Magdalena's 5 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 1 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.
Discipline
Junior's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Union Magdalena. 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 30.0 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (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.
Squad Depth
Junior's starters average 7 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
Substitutes
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