Primera División· Season 2025
Match Summary
Bolívar defeated Independiente Petrolero 2:1. The match was played in Primera División 2025. Goals were scored by M. Cauteruccio 2′, D. Villalba 19′, D. Romero 60′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Independiente Petrolero had 42% possession while Bolívar held 58%. Independiente Petrolero had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (8 on target) for Bolívar. Expected goals: Independiente Petrolero 0.74 — Bolívar 1.92. Independiente Petrolero made 1 substitutions, Bolívar made 4. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Santiago Echeverria 82′).
Match Events
Key match events between Independiente Petrolero and Bolívar — 3 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Cristaldo
Match Statistics
Independiente Petrolero had 42% possession against Bolívar's 58%. Independiente Petrolero registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Bolívar managed 14 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 10–16.
Lineups
Independiente Petrolero lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Rene Antonio Hinojosa Olguin, while Bolívar deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Flavio Horacio Robatto.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Independiente Petrolero is 7.31, compared to 7.24 for Bolívar. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Independiente Petrolero's highest-rated starter is Willie (8.30), while Bolívar's best-rated player is C. A. Melgar (8.23).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Independiente Petrolero have contributed 6 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Willie (5G). Bolívar's starters account for 7 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by L. Justiniano (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Independiente Petrolero deploy 3 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Bolívar's 4-man backline averaging 7.06. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Independiente Petrolero field 5 midfielders averaging 7.75, versus Bolívar's 5 rated 7.70. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Independiente Petrolero start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.09, compared to 1 for Bolívar averaging 6.20. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 73% for Independiente Petrolero and 89% for Bolívar. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Independiente Petrolero's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Bolívar. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Independiente Petrolero's starting XI is 32.6 (youngest: D. Morales (21), oldest: Thomaz (39)), while Bolívar average 30.4 (youngest: E. Rivero (18), oldest: C. Lampe (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Independiente Petrolero's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 7 for Bolívar. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Rene Antonio Hinojosa Olguin
Substitutes
Coach: Flavio Horacio Robatto
Rivalry since 2021
Independiente Petrolero vs Bolívar Head to Head Results· 14
Independiente Petrolero and Bolívar have met 14 times — Independiente Petrolero won 5, Bolívar won 8, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Bolívar leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (13 for the home side, 29 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Independiente Petrolero have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Bolívar show 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026