Santa Fe and Junior de Barranquilla face each other on Sunday 02.22.2026, at 21:00 (UK Time), in a Categoria Primera A 2026 match. The game will take place at Santa Fe's home ground, the Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Club Independiente Santa Fe S.A. and Club Deportivo Popular Junior Fútbol Club S.A., grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Club Independiente Santa Fe S.A. vs Club Deportivo Popular Junior Fútbol Club S.A.

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

DNB: Santa Fe Win

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Junior de Barranquilla win or draw

Junior de Barranquilla has been a thorn in the side of many teams of late, and even away from home, they are quite a dangerous opponent for anyone. So as they travel to face Santa Fe, our betting tip is Junior de Barranquilla win or draw on the Double Chance market, which means they can either win or draw for the bet to win.

It would honestly not be that big of a surprise if Junior de Barranquilla emerged victorious against Santa Fe given the quality they've shown, but claiming a point is a much more realistic goal.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

From what they have shown thus far this season, Santa Fe and Junior de Barranquilla both tend to play quite defensive styles and like to keep things tight in midfield.

As a result, we predict the total going under 2.5 goals to be the most attractive betting option for this upcoming match.

Santa Fe preview

Santa Fe heads into the match with the following record in the Categoria Primera A: in 0 matches, Club Independiente Santa Fe S.A. secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Red Express's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 1 victories so far.

Santa Fe has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 7 goals, of which 0 were scored in the Categoria Primera A, resulting in an average of 0 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Christian Camilo Mafla Rebellón, who has found the back of the net 2 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Nahuel Lautaro Bustos has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, Santa Fe has conceded 0 goals in the Categoria Primera A (an average of 0 per game) and 9 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.29 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Junior de Barranquilla preview

Junior de Barranquilla comes into the game with 0 matches played so far in the Categoria Primera A. They have secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses.

Club Deportivo Popular Junior Fútbol Club S.A.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 11 goals during this period. Of that total, 0 were netted in the Categoria Primera A, with an average of 0 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.83.

Atlético Junior's offensive system is led by Cristian Darío Barrios Puerta, the team's top scorer this season. The colombian midfielder has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Yimmi Chará. The forward has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 8 goals in 6 matches, averaging 1.33 per match.

Head to head: Santa Fe vs Junior de Barranquilla

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Santa Fe

Colombia - Categoria Primera A

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Away Team

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Junior de Barranquilla

Colombia - Categoria Primera A

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Home W W L

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Published on 19 February 2026, at 20:32 Last updated on 19 February 2026, at 20:32
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