Match Summary
Junior and Atletico Nacional drew 1:1. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by C. Bacca 14′ (pen.), Á. Angulo 17′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Junior had 68% possession while Atletico Nacional held 32%. Junior had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Atletico Nacional. Junior made 5 substitutions, Atletico Nacional made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (José Enamorado 11′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Atletico Nacional — 2 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Jefferson Duque
Match Statistics
Junior had 68% possession against Atletico Nacional's 32%. Junior registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Atletico Nacional managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 8–10.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Atletico Nacional deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.74, compared to — for Atletico Nacional. 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 Atletico Nacional's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Atletico Nacional'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 Atletico Nacional'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 Atletico Nacional 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 Atletico Nacional. 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 Atletico Nacional average 28.0 (youngest: Á. Angulo (28), oldest: Á. Angulo (28)). 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 Atletico Nacional. 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. Atletico Nacional show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Atletico Nacional have met 4 times — Junior won 3, Atletico Nacional won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.25 per match (8 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Junior are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 24 Mar 2026