Where does Junior de Barranquilla play?

Junior plays at Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez in Barranquilla, modern 46,000-seat stadium inaugurated in 1986. It's one of Colombia's largest and most beautiful stadiums.

When was Junior founded?

The club was founded August 7, 1924 in Barranquilla. With nearly 100 years of history, Junior is one of Colombia and South America's oldest and most important clubs.

How many national titles has Junior won?

Junior has won 10 Colombian championships , making it one of the country's most decorated clubs. The club systematically ranks among title favorites.

Why the Tiburones nickname?

The nickname Tiburones (Sharks) refers to Barranquilla, port city on the Caribbean Sea . This nickname evokes the club's power, aggressiveness and domination.

What are Junior's colors?

Official colors are red and white vertical stripes . This iconic jersey, inspired by Argentine clubs, has become one of South American football's most recognizable.

Has Junior reached continental finals?

Yes, Junior has reached three Copa Libertadores finals (1992, 1995, 2023) without managing to win it. These performances confirm its status as a great South American club.

What is Frente Rojiblanco?

Frente Rojiblanco is Junior's ultras supporter group name, known for its passionate support and spectacular atmosphere at Metropolitano during home matches.

How to follow Junior results?

On FootballAudit.com , follow all Junior matches live, check Colombian Liga standings and access detailed statistics and club tactical analysis.

Who are Junior's rivals?

Main rivals are Colombia's major clubs like Atlético Nacional and América de Cali. The coast derby against Unión Magdalena is also highly followed.

What is Junior's importance in Colombia?

Junior is the most popular club of Colombian Caribbean coast and one of the country's three most important clubs with Nacional and Millonarios, forming the historic giants' trio.

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Overview

Club Deportivo Popular Junior, commonly called Junior de Barranquilla or simply Junior, is one of Colombia's most popular and decorated clubs. Founded August 7, 1924 in Barranquilla, Atlántico department capital, the club is a true centenarian institution of Colombian and South American football.

Playing at Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez, a modern 46,000-seat venue, the Tiburones (Sharks) proudly wear red and white vertical striped colors. This iconic kit has made Junior recognizable throughout South America.

Junior has won numerous national titles and regularly qualified for Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana. The club particularly distinguished itself by reaching three Copa Libertadores finals, confirming its status as Colombian football giant.

With passionate supporter base known as Frente Rojiblanco, professional management and constant title ambition, Junior de Barranquilla remains one of Colombian and South American football's pillars.

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General Information

Founded: 1924

Stadium: Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez

Official Website: www.juniorfc.co