Match Summary
Estudiantes de Merida FC defeated Rayo Zuliano 2:1. The match was played in Primera División 2024. Goals were scored by S. Ramírez 31′, J. Rivas Gamboa 66′, N. Canelón 84′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Estudiantes de Merida FC made 5 substitutions, Rayo Zuliano made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Estudiantes de Merida FC and Rayo Zuliano — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Montiel
Lineups
Estudiantes de Merida FC lined up in a — formation under F. Lucena, while Rayo Zuliano deployed a — under E. Martínez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Estudiantes de Merida FC is 6.80, compared to 6.80 for Rayo Zuliano. 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 Rayo Zuliano's best-rated player is Á. Faría (6.80).
Midfield Control
Estudiantes de Merida FC field 11 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Rayo Zuliano's 11 rated 6.80. 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 91% for Estudiantes de Merida FC and 80% for Rayo Zuliano. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Rayo Zuliano. 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 23.0 (youngest: W. Ramírez (23), oldest: W. Ramírez (23)), while Rayo Zuliano average 35.0 (youngest: K. Montiel (28), oldest: Á. Faría (42)). 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 13 league appearances each, versus 7 for Rayo Zuliano. 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. Rayo Zuliano show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
Estudiantes de Merida FC
Rayo Zuliano
Head to Head
Estudiantes de Merida FC and Rayo Zuliano have met 3 times — Estudiantes de Merida FC won 2, Rayo Zuliano won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Estudiantes de Merida FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Estudiantes de Merida FC
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Drawn
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Rayo Zuliano
Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026