Match Summary
Estudiantes de Merida FC defeated Puerto Cabello 2:1. The match was played in Primera División 2024. Goals were scored by Á. Peña 53′ (pen.), E. Alderete 55′, R. Rivas 70′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Estudiantes de Merida FC made 5 substitutions, Puerto Cabello made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Estudiantes de Merida FC and Puerto Cabello — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Á. Peña
assist: A. Awudu
Lineups
Estudiantes de Merida FC lined up in a — formation under D. Farías, while Puerto Cabello deployed a — under N. Sanvicente.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Estudiantes de Merida FC is 6.73, compared to 6.75 for Puerto Cabello. 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 Puerto Cabello's best-rated player is R. Guerrero (6.75).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Estudiantes de Merida FC have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by A. Doldán (1G). Puerto Cabello's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by R. Guerrero (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Estudiantes de Merida FC field 11 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Puerto Cabello's 11 rated 6.75. 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 78% for Estudiantes de Merida FC and 73% for Puerto Cabello. 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 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Puerto Cabello. 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 27.0 (youngest: W. Ramírez (23), oldest: E. Alderete (30)), while Puerto Cabello average 26.5 (youngest: J. Cantillo (21), oldest: R. Guerrero (32)). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for Puerto Cabello. 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. Puerto Cabello show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Estudiantes de Merida FC
Puerto Cabello
Head to Head
Estudiantes de Merida FC and Puerto Cabello have met 2 times — Estudiantes de Merida FC won 2, Puerto Cabello won 0, 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 (3 for the home side, 1 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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Estudiantes de Merida FC
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Drawn
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Puerto Cabello
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026