Our Junior vs Fortaleza CEIF Prediction: 2-1
Junior vs Fortaleza CEIF in the Colombia Primera A is scheduled for an 01:30 GMT kick-off on Monday March 16, 2026. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
This Junior vs Fortaleza CEIF prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Junior's Last Match – Junior vs Atletico Nacional Medellin
Junior will be looking to bounce back after a 0-4 Colombia Primera A defeat against Atletico Nacional Medellin on March 11. In that match, Junior recorded 33% possession, firing 4 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Junior | 33% | 4 (2) | 0.27 | 26 |
 Atletico Nacional Medellin | 67% | 13 (7) | 1.55 | 47 |
Fortaleza CEIF's Last Match – Fortaleza CEIF vs Jaguares de Cordoba
Fortaleza CEIF will look to carry forward their winning form after a 2-1 Colombia Primera A success over Jaguares de Cordoba on March 5. In that match, Fortaleza CEIF saw 61% of the ball and created 10 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Fortaleza CEIF | 61% | 10 (5) | 0.7 | 28 |
 Jaguares de Cordoba | 39% | 10 (6) | 1.06 | 21 |
Junior vs Fortaleza CEIF Stats
Key Stats
| Junior | Fortaleza CEIF | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.09 | Attacking Strength | 0.78 |
| 1.07 | Defence Strength | 1.16 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Junior are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while Fortaleza CEIF average 1.2 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Junior 15-16
Fortaleza CEIF 12-14
What are the odds for this match?
Junior to win: @1.48
Draw: @3.75
Fortaleza CEIF to win: @6.5
Over 2.5 Goals: @2
Lineups
Junior: Teofilo Gutierrez, Lucas Gabriel Monzon Lemos, Juan David Rios, Cristian Barrios, Mauro Silveira, Yeison Suarez, Joel Canchimbo, Harold Rivera, Luis Muriel, Edwin Herrera, Jean Carlos Pestana
Fortaleza CEIF: Miguel Silva, Jader Martinez, Santiago Cuero Sanchez, Kevin Adrian Balanta Carabali, Leonardo Pico, Andres Arroyo, Sebastian Herrera, Yesid Diaz, Miguel Pernia, Jhon Harold Balanta Carabalí, Sebastian Navarro
Atletico Nacional Medellin 
Deportivo Pasto 
Junior 
Deportes Tolima 
Once Caldas 
America de Cali 
Deportivo Cali 
Atletico Bucaramanga 
Millonarios 
Aguilas Doradas 
Llaneros 
Independiente Santa Fe 
Independiente Medellin 
Fortaleza CEIF 
Cucuta Deportivo 
Jaguares de Cordoba 
Boyaca Chico 
Deportivo Pereira