Junior de Barranquilla Aims to Dampen León’s Celebration: “We’re Going for the Superliga”

Casey Halston

Published: January 21, 2026 9:15 PM ET

Junior de Barranquilla Aims to Dampen León’s Celebration: “We’re Going for the Superliga”

Junior de Barranquilla faces a significant challenge on January 21, 2026, as they seek to claim their first trophy of the FPC. Their opponent is Independiente Santa Fe, and the stakes are high. The team aims to reassure their fans, who have expressed concerns regarding recent performances.

Optimism Ahead of the Superliga Showdown

As they prepare for the second leg of the Superliga, Junior’s players remain hopeful about achieving a positive outcome. Cristian Barrios, a new signing, expressed confidence in their chances during conversations with Deportes RCN. He emphasized the team’s commitment to perform well and seize the Superliga trophy.

Barrios’ Commitment to the Team

Barrios highlighted the significance of the match. He said, “It will be a complex game. We know what Independiente Santa Fe represents.” The forward aims to build on the work done by the coaching staff since last year. He addressed fans directly, urging them to trust the team: “We want to win the Superliga, and we will give our all.”

Injury Concerns for Junior

Head coach Alfredo Arias is dealing with challenges ahead of the match against Santa Fe. Following the recent match against Deportes Tolima, Junior faced injuries that will impact their lineup. Arias stated, “The match against Tolima affected us physically, and we lost three players to injury.” Despite this setback, he remains optimistic about the squad’s capabilities.

Key Takeaways for Match Day

Date: January 21, 2026
Event: Superliga second leg against Independiente Santa Fe
Location: Estadio Nemesio Camacho, Bogotá
Injuries: Three players unavailable due to injuries from the previous match

Junior de Barranquilla is determined to dampen León’s celebrations and is fully committed to securing their path to the Superliga title. With a blend of hopeful spirits and strategic gameplay, they aim to achieve their goal. Fans can expect an intense match as the team strives to deliver a memorable performance.