Match Summary
Junior defeated Deportivo Pereira 3:1. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by G. Lencina 30′ (pen.), C. Bacca 53′, C. Bacca 66′ (pen.), S. Rodríguez 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Junior had 50% possession while Deportivo Pereira held 50%. Junior had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Deportivo Pereira. Junior made 5 substitutions, Deportivo Pereira made 4. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Nicolás Zalazar 57′), Penalty confirmed (José Enamorado 61′).
Match Events
Key match events between Junior and Deportivo Pereira — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Y. Chará
Penalty
assist: L. González
Match Statistics
Junior had 50% possession against Deportivo Pereira's 50%. Junior registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Deportivo Pereira managed 16 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 10–7.
Lineups
Junior lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under C. Farías, while Deportivo Pereira deployed a 4-4-2 under L. Suárez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.79, compared to 6.84 for Deportivo Pereira. 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 E. Olivera (6.79), while Deportivo Pereira's best-rated player is J. Pestaña (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
Junior deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Deportivo Pereira's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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 —, versus Deportivo Pereira'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 Deportivo Pereira 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 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Deportivo Pereira. 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 35.0 (youngest: E. Olivera (35), oldest: E. Olivera (35)), while Deportivo Pereira average 31.0 (youngest: J. Pestaña (28), oldest: S. Ichazo (33)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 12 for Deportivo Pereira. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Junior have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Deportivo Pereira show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Junior and Deportivo Pereira have met 2 times — Junior won 1, Deportivo Pereira won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 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 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 24 Mar 2026