Match Summary
Junior defeated Independiente Medellin 3:0. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by G. Fuentes 5′, Y. Chará 51′, D. Moreno 66′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 50% possession while Independiente Medellin held 50%. Junior had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Independiente Medellin. Junior made 5 substitutions, Independiente Medellin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Independiente Medellin — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Bacca
assist: D. Caicedo
Match Statistics
Junior had 50% possession against Independiente Medellin's 50%. Junior registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Independiente Medellin managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 12–13.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Independiente Medellin deployed a 4-3-3 under A. Arias.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.71, compared to 6.53 for Independiente Medellin. 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 Independiente Medellin's best-rated player is E. Chaux (6.53).
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Independiente Medellin'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 Independiente Medellin's 3 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 3 for Independiente Medellin 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 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Independiente Medellin. 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: R. Pérez (35)), while Independiente Medellin average 34.0 (youngest: E. Chaux (34), oldest: E. Chaux (34)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 16 for Independiente Medellin. 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. Independiente Medellin show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Independiente Medellin have met 6 times — Junior won 2, Independiente Medellin won 3, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Independiente Medellin leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.83 per match (5 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (6)
API data: 24 Mar 2026