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Junior vs America De Cali

Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez, Barranquilla21 July 2017 at 00:30

Match Events

Junior
America de Cali
Kick Off
Y. Chará

assist: G. Gutiérrez

21′
Rafael Pérez30′
30′Carlos Lizarazo
32′Juan Angulo
Half Time
Y. Chará

assist: T. Gutiérrez

47′
56′
O. GarcíaE. Loboa
T. Gutiérrez

assist: Y. Chará

56′
Roberto Ovelar66′
66′
C. LizarazoB. Angulo Mosquera
73′Jhonny Vásquez
L. EscalanteM. Mier
76′
R. OvelarJ. Sánchez
76′
76′
F. FernándezS. Silva
S. HernándezJ. Barrera
84′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal4
20Total Shots11
6Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox4
11Shots outsidebox7
17Fouls13
2Corner Kicks3
2Offsides4
49%Ball Possession51%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves4
494Total passes505
438Passes accurate448
89%Passes %89%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Junior is 6.70, compared to — for America de Cali. 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 Y. Chará (6.87), while America de Cali's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Junior have contributed 4 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Y. Chará (3G). America de Cali's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.50 on average, against America de Cali'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 4 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus America de Cali's 5 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.72, compared to 1 for America de Cali 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for America de Cali. 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 36.3 (youngest: Y. Chará (34), oldest: T. Gutiérrez (40)), while America de Cali average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 26 league appearances each, versus 0 for America de Cali. 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.

Junior4-4-24-1-3-2America de Cali
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Viera20Piedrah.5Pérez2Gutiérr.13Ávila26Escalan.14Pico29Gutiérr.7Hernánd.9Ovelar8Chará1Bejarano2Cortés14Vélez13Angulo26Castañe.21Arboleda25Vásquez18Bottine.23Lizarazo17García11Fernánd.

Substitutes

Coach: J. Comesaña

Substitutes

Coach: H. Torres

JuniorPosition StrengthAmerica de Cali
6.70
Avg Rating
6.50Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.87Midfielder (4 v 5)
3G 8A0G 0A
6.72Forward (2 v 1)
1G 2A0G 0A
Junior4-4-2
1GoalkeeperS. Viera
20DefenderM. Piedrahita
5DefenderR. Pérez6.5
2DefenderG. Gutiérrez
13DefenderJ. Ávila
26MidfielderL. Escalante
14MidfielderL. Pico
7MidfielderS. Hernández
8MidfielderY. Chará6.93G8A
29ForwardT. Gutiérrez6.71G2A
9ForwardR. Ovelar
America de Cali4-1-3-2
1GoalkeeperCarlos Bejarano
2DefenderE. Cortés
14DefenderI. Vélez
13DefenderJ. Angulo
26DefenderE. Castañeda
21MidfielderW. Arboleda
25MidfielderJ. Vásquez
18MidfielderD. Bottinelli
23MidfielderC. Lizarazo
17MidfielderO. García
11ForwardF. Fernández

Match Summary

Junior defeated America de Cali 3:0. The match was played in Primera A 2017. Goals were scored by Y. Chará 21′, Y. Chará 47′, T. Gutiérrez 56′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Junior had 49% possession while America de Cali held 51%. Junior had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for America de Cali. Junior made 3 substitutions, America de Cali made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Junior vs America de Cali Head to Head Results

28 stretnutí
Junior
7
wins
Drawn
8
America de Cali
13
wins
Total goals
63 · 2.3/match
Both scored
15/28 · 54%
Over 2.5
13/28 · 46%

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