Match Summary
Junior defeated Once Caldas 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2023. Goals were scored by A. Correa 34′ (o.g.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 50% possession while Once Caldas held 50%. Junior had 19 shots (8 on target) compared to 2 (1 on target) for Once Caldas. Junior made 5 substitutions, Once Caldas made 5. VAR was involved: Card reviewed (Johan Esteban Beltran Montaño 50′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Once Caldas — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Junior had 50% possession against Once Caldas's 50%. Junior registered 19 shots (8 on target) while Once Caldas managed 2 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 5–4.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Once Caldas deployed a 4-4-2 under P. Sarmiento.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.82, compared to 6.85 for Once Caldas. 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 Once Caldas's best-rated player is J. Cuesta (6.85).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Junior have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by E. Herrera (1G). Once Caldas's starters account for 0 goals and 3 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 6.81 on average, against Once Caldas's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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 Once Caldas's 4 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 Once Caldas 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 5 for Once Caldas. 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 26.7 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: S. Mele (28)), while Once Caldas average 26.5 (youngest: A. Montaño (25), oldest: J. Cuesta (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 23 league appearances each, versus 19 for Once Caldas. 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. Once Caldas show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Once Caldas have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Once Caldas 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 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026