Match Summary
Bucaramanga defeated Junior 1:0. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by A. Ponce 80′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Bucaramanga had 25% possession while Junior held 75%. Bucaramanga had 2 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Junior. Bucaramanga made 5 substitutions, Junior made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Edwin Castro 26′).
Match Events
Key match events between Bucaramanga and Junior — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Mosquera
Match Statistics
Bucaramanga had 25% possession against Junior's 75%. Bucaramanga registered 2 shots (1 on target) while Junior managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 1–6. Fouls committed: 12–6.
Lineups
Bucaramanga lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under R. Dudamel, while Junior deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Reyes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Bucaramanga is 6.95, compared to 6.74 for Junior. 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. Bucaramanga's highest-rated starter is F. Sambueza (7.29), while Junior's best-rated player is E. Herrera (6.81).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Bucaramanga have contributed 11 goals and 14 assists this season, led by F. Sambueza (6G). Junior's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by E. Herrera (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
Bucaramanga deploy 4 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against Junior's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. 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
Bucaramanga field 4 midfielders averaging 7.04, versus Junior's 5 rated 6.63. 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
Bucaramanga start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Junior 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
Bucaramanga's starters have collected 63 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Junior. 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 Bucaramanga's starting XI is 32.8 (youngest: C. Romaña (26), oldest: C. Henao (37)), while Junior average 29.0 (youngest: C. Cantillo (22), oldest: E. Olivera (35)). 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
Bucaramanga's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 10 for Junior. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Bucaramanga have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Junior show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Bucaramanga and Junior have met 2 times — Bucaramanga won 0, Junior won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Junior leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026