7 December 2025 at 21:15
Match Summary
Always Ready defeated The Strongest 3:2. The match was played in Primera División 2025. Goals were scored by H. Bobadilla 13′, M. Suarez 44′, H. Cuellar 45′, J. Godoy 55′, J. Garcia 77′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. The Strongest had 58% possession while Always Ready held 42%. The Strongest had 20 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (7 on target) for Always Ready. Expected goals: The Strongest 1.53 — Always Ready 1.67. The Strongest made 5 substitutions, Always Ready made 3. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Fernando Saucedo 88′).
Match Events
Key match events between The Strongest and Always Ready — 5 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Saucedo
assist: E. Triverio
assist: J. Amoroso
assist: L. Ursino
Match Statistics
The Strongest had 58% possession against Always Ready's 42%. The Strongest registered 20 shots (4 on target) while Always Ready managed 12 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 10–3. Fouls committed: 18–9.
Lineups
The Strongest lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Joaquín Monasterio, while Always Ready deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Julio César Baldivieso Rico.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for The Strongest is 7.02, compared to 7.35 for Always Ready. 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. The Strongest's highest-rated starter is J. Amoroso (7.62), while Always Ready's best-rated player is M. Paniagua (8.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of The Strongest have contributed 23 goals and 15 assists this season, led by J. Arrascaita (6G). Always Ready's starters account for 28 goals and 19 assists, spearheaded by H. Bobadilla (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
The Strongest deploy 4 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against Always Ready's 3-man backline averaging 6.90. 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
The Strongest field 5 midfielders averaging 7.18, versus Always Ready's 6 rated 7.74. 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
The Strongest start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.30, compared to 1 for Always Ready averaging 7.56. 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
The Strongest's starters have collected 50 yellow cards this season, compared to 26 for Always Ready. 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 The Strongest's starting XI is 30.4 (youngest: F. Quaglio (22), oldest: J. Amoroso (37)), while Always Ready average 29.2 (youngest: M. Paniagua (18), oldest: E. Triverio (37)). 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
The Strongest's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 23 for Always Ready. 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
Coach: Joaquín Monasterio
Substitutes
Coach: Julio César Baldivieso Rico
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, The Strongest have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Always Ready show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
The Strongest
Always Ready
The Strongest vs Always Ready Head to Head Results
The Strongest and Always Ready have met 3 times — The Strongest won 1, Always Ready won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Always Ready leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 15 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (5 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 7–2 in 2025.
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The Strongest
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
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