Match Summary
Puerto Cabello defeated Estudiantes de Merida FC 2:1. The match was played in Primera División 2024. Goals were scored by M. Covea 13′, E. Alderete 67′, R. Rojas 79′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Puerto Cabello made 5 substitutions, Estudiantes de Merida FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Puerto Cabello and Estudiantes de Merida FC — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Hernández
Lineups
Puerto Cabello lined up in a — formation under N. Sanvicente, while Estudiantes de Merida FC deployed a — under F. Lucena.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Puerto Cabello is —, compared to 6.74 for Estudiantes de Merida FC. 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. Puerto Cabello's highest-rated starter is —, while Estudiantes de Merida FC's best-rated player is W. Ramírez (6.80).
Midfield Control
Puerto Cabello field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Estudiantes de Merida FC's 11 rated 6.74. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Puerto Cabello and 80% for Estudiantes de Merida FC. 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
Puerto Cabello's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Estudiantes de Merida FC. 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 Puerto Cabello's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Estudiantes de Merida FC average 26.5 (youngest: W. Ramírez (23), oldest: E. Alderete (30)). 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
Puerto Cabello's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 9 for Estudiantes de Merida FC. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Puerto Cabello have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Estudiantes de Merida FC show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Puerto Cabello and Estudiantes de Merida FC have met 2 times — Puerto Cabello won 0, Estudiantes de Merida FC won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Estudiantes de Merida FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026