Estudiantes Merida vs Rayo Zuliano: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Estudiantes de Merida prepare to host Rayo Zuliano on February 13, 2026, with kick-off at 22:00, this VENEZUELA: Apertura fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Estudiantes de Merida, currently unknown in the standings with 1 points from 2 games, are within reach of the top with 7 points behind. They've earned 1 points from 1 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Rayo Zuliano, sitting unknown with 3 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 1 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Estudiantes de Merida and Rayo Zuliano have been competitive, with Rayo Zuliano claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Zamora FC, Estudiantes de Merida recorded a 2-3 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Rayo Zuliano's last outing came against Anzoategui, where they secured a 3-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Estudiantes de Merida are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Estudiantes de Merida and Rayo Zuliano are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Estudiantes de Merida's fixtures have averaged 4.5 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Rayo Zuliano's games average 2.5 goals, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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