Match Summary
Estudiantes de Merida FC and Caracas FC drew 1:1. The match was played in Primera División 2024. Goals were scored by R. Quijada 78′, T. Prieto 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Estudiantes de Merida FC made 5 substitutions, Caracas FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Estudiantes de Merida FC and Caracas FC — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: V. Rodríguez
assist: R. Castrillo
Lineups
Estudiantes de Merida FC lined up in a — formation under F. Lucena, while Caracas FC deployed a — under L. González.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Estudiantes de Merida FC is 6.74, compared to 6.84 for Caracas 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. Estudiantes de Merida FC's highest-rated starter is W. Ramírez (6.80), while Caracas FC's best-rated player is V. Rodríguez (6.96).
Midfield Control
Estudiantes de Merida FC field 11 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Caracas FC's 11 rated 6.84. 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 80% for Estudiantes de Merida FC and 88% for Caracas 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
Estudiantes de Merida FC's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Caracas 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 Estudiantes de Merida FC's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: W. Ramírez (23), oldest: E. Alderete (30)), while Caracas FC average 29.7 (youngest: B. Rodríguez (29), oldest: V. Rodríguez (31)). 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
Estudiantes de Merida FC's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 8 for Caracas 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Estudiantes de Merida FC have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Caracas FC show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Estudiantes de Merida FC and Caracas FC have met 2 times — Estudiantes de Merida FC won 1, Caracas FC won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Estudiantes de Merida FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026