Match Summary
Junior defeated Deportivo Pasto 2:0. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by C. Bacca 45′ (pen.), Y. Chará 68′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 56% possession while Deportivo Pasto held 44%. Junior had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Deportivo Pasto. Junior made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Pasto made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Rafael Pérez 44′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Deportivo Pasto — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Junior had 56% possession against Deportivo Pasto's 44%. Junior registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Deportivo Pasto managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–0. Fouls committed: 11–15.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Deportivo Pasto deployed a 5-4-1 under J. González.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.73, compared to 6.82 for Deportivo Pasto. 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 Pasto's best-rated player is C. Arrieta (6.93).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Junior have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Deportivo Pasto's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by C. Arrieta (1G). 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 6.65 on average, against Deportivo Pasto's 5-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 Pasto'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 1 for Deportivo Pasto 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 5 for Deportivo Pasto. 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 31.0 (youngest: D. Caicedo (25), oldest: E. Olivera (35)), while Deportivo Pasto average 32.5 (youngest: C. Arrieta (29), oldest: D. Martínez (36)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 16 for Deportivo Pasto. 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. Deportivo Pasto show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Deportivo Pasto have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Deportivo Pasto 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 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (5 for the home side, 3 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 3–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026