The match between Estudiantes de Mérida FC and Academia Anzoátegui was a thrilling encounter with the away team emerging victorious with a 4-3 scoreline. Both teams exhibited considerable offensive prowess, with the lead shifting multiple times throughout the match. Estudiantes de Mérida FC displayed an early lead with a goal in the 14th minute, showcasing their capability to capitalize quickly. However, their defensive weaknesses were exposed with Academia Anzoátegui swiftly equalizing and eventually turning the match in their favor.

Key in Academia Anzoátegui's success was their ability to sustain relentless pressure and capitalize on Estudiantes de Mérida's defensive lapses, particularly in the second half. Scoring three goals after the break, Academia Anzoátegui demonstrated superior attacking synergy and movement off the ball. Their efficient use of set-pieces and clinical finishing in the final third were instrumental in securing the win, as evidenced by securing the lead with consecutive goals between the 49th and 65th minutes.

Discipline played a crucial role in the final outcome, particularly with Estudiantes de Mérida who suffered from the consequences of receiving four yellow cards and two red cards. The home side's aggressive play resulted in substantial disciplinary issues which tipped the balance of the game in Academia Anzoátegui’s favor, reducing the home team to fewer men. This limited their chances late in the game to mount a substantial comeback despite scoring a late goal to close the gap to 3-4.

Academia Anzoátegui's slightly more conservative but efficient approach to corner kicks, achieving two compared to Estudiantes de Mérida’s four, underlined their focus on open play and transition over set-piece dependency. Both sides were caught offside once, suggesting a well-maintained defensive line by both teams. However, Estudiantes de Mérida’s inability to maintain composure in pivotal moments ultimately cost them points in what was otherwise an evenly contested encounter.

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