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Once Caldas vs Junior

Estadio Palogrande, Manizales25 January 2021 at 22:30
12
Away

Junior

Referee: W. Roldán

Match Events

Once Caldas
Junior
Kick Off
D. Lemos

assist: M. García

4′
M. Garcia Torres37′
D. Valencia37′
Half Time
J. ClavijoP. Valoyes
46′
49′G. Fuentes
52′D. Rosero
60′
M. Borja

assist: M. Piedrahita

68′
F. Hinestroza

assist: G. Fuentes

D. QuiñonezA. García
72′
72′
F. HinestrozaL. Vásquez
73′
J. RodríguezJ. Pajoy
S. HernándezE. Beltrán
76′
76′
F. SambuezaF. Viáfara
83′
M. BorjaC. Valencia
83′
F. ÁngelDidier Moreno
P. Valoyes88′
D. LemosA. Estacio
88′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Once Caldas is 6.50, compared to 6.81 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. Once Caldas's highest-rated starter is D. Quiñonez (6.65), while Junior's best-rated player is F. Ángel (6.89).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Once Caldas have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Junior's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by F. Ángel (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Once Caldas field 11 midfielders averaging 6.50, versus Junior's 11 rated 6.81. 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.

Discipline

Once Caldas's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Once Caldas's starting XI is 24.5 (youngest: D. Quiñonez (24), oldest: R. Mejía (25)), while Junior average 32.0 (youngest: F. Ángel (24), oldest: T. Gutiérrez (40)). 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

Once Caldas's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 28 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.

Once CaldasPosition StrengthJunior
6.50
Avg Rating
6.81
6.50Midfielder (11 v 11)6.81
0G 0A4G 2A
Once Caldas
12MidfielderG. Ortiz
19MidfielderYoiver González
5MidfielderD. Valencia
4MidfielderD. Murillo
30MidfielderJ. Clavijo
7MidfielderS. Hernández
14MidfielderR. Mejía6.3
21MidfielderM. Carreazo
8MidfielderD. Lemos
9MidfielderM. García
15MidfielderD. Quiñonez6.7
Junior
1MidfielderS. Viera
20MidfielderM. Piedrahita
16MidfielderG. Mera
24MidfielderD. Rosero
17MidfielderG. Fuentes
28MidfielderJ. Rodríguez
8MidfielderF. Hinestroza
23MidfielderF. Sambueza
30MidfielderF. Ángel6.93G
29MidfielderT. Gutiérrez6.71G2A
9MidfielderM. Borja

Match Summary

Junior defeated Once Caldas 2:1. The match was played in Primera A 2021. Goals were scored by D. Lemos 4′, M. Borja 60′, F. Hinestroza 68′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Once Caldas made 4 substitutions, Junior made 5.

Rivalry since 2016

Once Caldas vs Junior Head to Head Results

22 stretnutí
Once Caldas
8
wins
Drawn
6
Junior
8
wins
Total goals
51 · 2.3/match
Both scored
7/22 · 32%
Over 2.5
10/22 · 45%

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