Match Summary
Junior defeated Internacional de Bogota 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by D. Moreno 20′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Junior had 33% possession while Internacional de Bogota held 67%. Junior had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 24 (8 on target) for Internacional de Bogota. Junior made 5 substitutions, Internacional de Bogota made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Jermein Peña 29′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Internacional de Bogota — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Junior had 33% possession against Internacional de Bogota's 67%. Junior registered 8 shots (2 on target) while Internacional de Bogota managed 24 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 1–11. Fouls committed: 10–17.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Reyes, while Internacional de Bogota deployed a 4-3-3 under A. García.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.81, compared to 6.67 for Internacional de Bogota. 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 Internacional de Bogota's best-rated player is D. Polanco (6.67).
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Internacional de Bogota's 4-man backline averaging 6.67. 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 Internacional de Bogota'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 Internacional de Bogota 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 Internacional de Bogota. 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 Internacional de Bogota average 27.0 (youngest: D. Polanco (27), oldest: D. Polanco (27)). 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 12 for Internacional de Bogota. 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. Internacional de Bogota show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Internacional de Bogota have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Internacional de Bogota 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 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026