Match Summary
Estudiantes de Merida FC defeated Caracas FC 3:2. The match was played in Primera División 2024. Goals were scored by M. Vegas 15′, Á. Peña 49′, E. Alderete 59′, E. Pernía 73′, J. Lobo 87′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Caracas FC made 5 substitutions, Estudiantes de Merida FC made 5. VAR was involved: Goal Disallowed - offside (J. Doldan 77′).
Match Events
Key match events between Caracas FC and Estudiantes de Merida FC — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Echenique
assist: E. Alderete
assist: W. Ramírez
assist: E. Rose
Lineups
Caracas FC lined up in a — formation under F. Aristeguieta, while Estudiantes de Merida FC deployed a — under D. Farías.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Caracas FC is 6.33, compared to 6.73 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. Caracas FC's highest-rated starter is L. Heráldez (6.33), while Estudiantes de Merida FC's best-rated player is W. Ramírez (6.80).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Caracas FC have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Heráldez (1G). Estudiantes de Merida FC's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by A. Doldán (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
Caracas FC field 11 midfielders averaging 6.33, versus Estudiantes de Merida FC's 11 rated 6.73. 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 87% for Caracas FC and 78% 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
Caracas FC's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 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 Caracas FC's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: L. Heráldez (32), oldest: L. Heráldez (32)), while Estudiantes de Merida FC average 27.0 (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
Caracas FC's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 10 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Caracas FC have recorded 2 wins, 3 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
Caracas FC and Estudiantes de Merida FC have met 2 times — Caracas FC won 0, Estudiantes de Merida FC won 1, 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 (0 for the home side, 1 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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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026