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Millonarios vs Junior

Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín, Bogotá, D.C.18 April 2024 at 00:10
32
Away

Junior

Referee: J. Duarte

Match Events

Millonarios
Junior
Kick Off
Daniel Cataño36′
L. Castro

assist: D. Ruiz

39′
41′Victor Cantillo
41′Gabriel Fuentes
Half Time
D. SilvaD. Giraldo
46′
L. Castro

assist: D. Cataño

47′
E. Rodríguez

assist: L. Castro

64′
70′
C. Bacca

assist: Y. Chará

74′
V. CantilloH. Martínez
74′
D. CaicedoM. Pérez
74′
Y. CharáL. González
Leonardo Castro77′
77′
M. Pérez

Penalty

D. CatañoA. Moreno
79′
81′
J. EnamoradoJ. Bocanegra
84′Didier Moreno
88′Homer Martinez
E. RodríguezS. Navarro
88′
90+9′Carlos Bacca
VAR
90+8′Red card cancelled
L. CastroS. Giordana
90+6′
D. RuizJ. Pereira
90+6′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal5
2Shots off Goal1
10Total Shots9
0Blocked Shots3
8Shots insidebox3
2Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls8
4Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
40%Ball Possession60%
3Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
306Total passes465
227Passes accurate383
74%Passes %82%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Millonarios is 6.85, compared to 6.77 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. Millonarios's highest-rated starter is D. Ruiz (7.17), while Junior's best-rated player is J. Peña (7.08).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Millonarios have contributed 15 goals and 11 assists this season, led by L. Castro (9G). Junior's starters account for 22 goals and 20 assists, spearheaded by J. Enamorado (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Millonarios deploy 4 defenders rated 6.61 on average, against Junior's 4-man backline averaging 6.53. 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

Millonarios field 5 midfielders averaging 7.00, versus Junior's 5 rated 6.89. 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

Millonarios start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.92, compared to 1 for Junior averaging 6.82. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 40% for Millonarios and —% for Junior. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Millonarios's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 42 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 Millonarios's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: J. Hernández (19), oldest: D. Silva (39)), while Junior average 29.5 (youngest: H. Mena (24), oldest: C. Bacca (39)). 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

Millonarios's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 23 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.

Millonarios4-2-3-14-2-3-1Junior
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Montero22Alfonzo26Llinás4Vargas37Hernánd.14Silva28Vega7Rodrígu.10Cataño18Ruiz23Castro77Mele3Herrera2Mena28Peña12Fuentes6Moreno24Cantillo99Enamora.8Chará20Caicedo70Bacca

Substitutes

Coach: A. Gamero

Substitutes

Coach: A. Reyes

MillonariosPosition StrengthJunior
6.85
Avg Rating
6.77
7.15Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.96
0G 1A0G 0A
6.61Defender (4 v 4)6.53
1G 1A2G 1A
7.00Midfielder (5 v 5)6.89
5G 9A16G 17A
6.92Forward (1 v 1)6.82
9G 0A4G 2A
Millonarios4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperÁ. Montero7.21A
22DefenderD. Alfonzo6.71A
26DefenderA. Llinás7.01G
4DefenderJ. Vargas6.7
37DefenderJ. Hernández6.0
14MidfielderD. Silva7.01G2A
28MidfielderS. Vega6.82A
7MidfielderE. Rodríguez
10MidfielderD. Cataño7.11G2A
18MidfielderD. Ruiz7.23G3A
23ForwardL. Castro6.99G
Junior4-2-3-1
77GoalkeeperS. Mele7.0
3DefenderE. Herrera6.81G1A
2DefenderH. Mena5.7
28DefenderJ. Peña7.11G
12DefenderG. Fuentes
6MidfielderD. Moreno7.04G2A
24MidfielderV. Cantillo
99MidfielderJ. Enamorado7.09G6A
8MidfielderY. Chará6.93G8A
20MidfielderD. Caicedo6.71A
70ForwardC. Bacca6.84G2A

Match Summary

Millonarios defeated Junior 3:2. The match was played in Primera A 2024. Goals were scored by L. Castro 39′, L. Castro 47′, E. Rodríguez 64′, C. Bacca 70′, M. Pérez 77′ (pen.). 8 yellow cards were shown. Millonarios had 40% possession while Junior held 60%. Millonarios had 10 shots (8 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Junior. Millonarios made 5 substitutions, Junior made 4. VAR was involved: Red card cancelled (Carlos Bacca 90′).

Rivalry since 2016

Millonarios vs Junior Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
Millonarios
12
wins
Drawn
5
Junior
12
wins
Total goals
60 · 2.1/match
Both scored
11/29 · 38%
Over 2.5
9/29 · 31%

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Millonarios

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Junior

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026