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DefenderSeason 2026

Joaquín Varela Romero

Independiente MedellínCategoria Primera AData current as of October 31, 2026
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NationalityUruguay
PositionDefender
Age28 years
Height189 cm
Weight85 kg
Shirt number3

Joaquín Varela Romero: season at a glance

Joaquín Varela Romero represents Independiente Medellín in Categoria Primera A during the 2026 season. Across 14 appearances, the player has completed 1156 minutes, scored 2 goals and recorded 0 assists.

The available attacking record adds Shots: 5, Shots on target: 4, Shot accuracy: 80.0%, Expected goals (xG): 1.74, and Non-penalty xG: 1.74.

The available defending record adds Tackles: 6, Interceptions: 5, Clearances: 20, and Duels won: 15.

The profile includes 15 verified recent appearances and compares the player's record across 2 seasons.

Season overview

14Appearances
1,156Minutes
2Goals
0Assists
6.60Average rating
2Goal involvements0.16 per 90

Playing time and performance

14Appearances
7Starts
1,156Minutes
0.16Goals per 90
0.00Assists per 90
6.60Average rating

Player strengths

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Average rating30 / 100

Below average

Tackles / per 9041 / 100

Around average

Interceptions / per 9061 / 100

Around average

Clearances / per 9078 / 100

Above average

Blocks / per 9098 / 100

Above average

Aerial duels won / per 9055 / 100

Around average

Duels won / per 9018 / 100

Below average

Pass completion24 / 100

Below average

xG per shot
0.35
Starting rate
87.5%
Minutes per appearance
82.57
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Attacking

2Goals
5Shots0.73 per 90
4Shots on target0.58 per 90
80.0%Shot accuracy
40.0%Shot conversion
1.74Expected goals (xG)0.25 per 90
1.74Non-penalty xG0.25 per 90

Chance creation

0Assists0.00 per 90
0.31Expected assists (xA)0.05 per 90
1Key passes0.15 per 90
1Crosses0.15 per 90

Passing and possession

199Passes29.07 per 90
151Completed passes22.06 per 90
75.9%Pass completion
2Dribbles0.29 per 90
1Successful dribbles50.0%

Defending

6Tackles0.88 per 90
5Interceptions0.73 per 90
20Clearances2.92 per 90
8Blocks1.17 per 90
15Duels won50.0%
5Aerial duels won0.0%

Discipline

3Yellow cards
1Red cards
3Fouls drawn
4Fouls committed
0Penalties scored
0Penalties missed

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Atlético Nacional - Independiente MedellínOct 25, 20262 : 1Substitute00-
Independiente Medellín - Once CaldasOct 18, 20260 : 2Starter00-
América de Cali - Independiente MedellínOct 12, 20261 : 2Starter00-
Independiente Medellín - Santa FeOct 06, 20260 : 1Substitute00-
Junior - Independiente MedellínSep 27, 20262 : 0Substitute00-
Independiente Medellín - Jaguares de CórdobaSep 22, 20262 : 1Substitute00-
Atlético Bucaramanga - Independiente MedellínSep 18, 20262 : 2Starter00-
Boyacá Chicó - Independiente MedellínSep 12, 20262 : 1Starter00-
Deportivo Pereira - Independiente MedellínSep 04, 20260 : 3Starter00🟨 1-
Independiente Medellín - LlanerosAug 30, 20262 : 1Starter00-
Deportes Tolima - Independiente MedellínAug 04, 20262 : 3Starter00🟥 1
Independiente Medellín - Deportivo CaliAug 01, 20261 : 0Substitute00-
Independiente Medellín - Deportivo PastoJul 25, 20263 : 2Starter00🟨 1-
Independiente Medellín - Rionegro ÁguilasMay 03, 20261 : 2Starter00-
Rionegro Águilas - Once CaldasApr 26, 20262 : 2Starter10-

Career by season

SeasonLeagueAppearancesMinutesGoalsAssists
2026Categoria Primera A141,15620
2025Categoria Primera A231,88600

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Frequently asked questions

Which team does Joaquín Varela Romero play for?

Joaquín Varela Romero is listed with Independiente Medellín in Categoria Primera A for the 2026 season.

How many goals and assists does Joaquín Varela Romero have?

Joaquín Varela Romero has 2 goals and 0 assists in 14 appearances during the 2026 season.

How many minutes has Joaquín Varela Romero played?

The 2026 record contains 1156 minutes across 14 appearances.

What statistics are available for Joaquín Varela Romero?

The profile covers playing time, goals, assists, cards and, when recorded, xG, xA, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, goalkeeping and recent match logs.