In this tightly contested match between Estudiantes de Merida FC and Deportivo La Guaira, the away team clinched a narrow 1-0 victory. Notably, Estudiantes de Merida had a clear advantage in set-piece opportunities with nine corner kicks compared to Deportivo La Guaira's three. However, they were unable to capitalize on these opportunities, which proved to be a critical shortcoming in their offensive play.

Defensively, Deportivo La Guaira's disciplined line played a pivotal role, highlighted by successful offside traps, catching their opponents offside twice. Despite receiving four yellow cards, which indicated a somewhat aggressive approach, their defensive resilience and tactical fouling prevented significant breakthroughs from Estudiantes de Merida. The high number of yellow cards could suggest a potential vulnerability in future matches due to accumulated suspensions.

The match turned on a crucial moment in the second half when Deportivo La Guaira capitalized on their limited offensive chances to score the winning goal at 01:31:19. The home team failed to penetrate the away team's defense effectively, which was reflected in the absence of goals despite numerous shot attempts. The combination of Deportivo La Guaira's effective defensive organization and Estudiantes' inability to make the most of their set pieces ultimately decided the match's outcome.

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