Match Summary
Junior defeated Deportivo Cali 3:2. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by J. Enamorado 4′, F. Castro 19′, J. Lasso 31′ (o.g.), G. Ramírez 48′, C. Bacca 64′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Junior had 49% possession while Deportivo Cali held 51%. Junior had 12 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Deportivo Cali. Junior made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Cali made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Deportivo Cali — 5 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Caicedo
assist: A. Parra
Own Goal
assist: J. Vásquez
Match Statistics
Junior had 49% possession against Deportivo Cali's 51%. Junior registered 12 shots (7 on target) while Deportivo Cali managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 16–8.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Deportivo Cali deployed a 4-2-3-1 under J. de la Pava.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.81, compared to — for Deportivo Cali. 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 Deportivo Cali's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Junior have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by E. Herrera (1G). Deportivo Cali's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.80 on average, against Deportivo Cali'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 Deportivo Cali'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 Deportivo Cali 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Deportivo Cali. 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 28.8 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (35)), while Deportivo Cali 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 17 league appearances each, versus 0 for Deportivo Cali. 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. Deportivo Cali show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Deportivo Cali have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Deportivo Cali won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026