Zulia edged out Estudiantes de Mérida in a close win on Sunday, 3x2, on matchday 12. Before this matchday, Francisco Perlo's team came from two defeats, and Leonardo González's team came from a draw.
The first goal of the game was scored by Daniel Vargas, after 8 minutes. in the 33rd minute, Zulia saw Francisco Rivas get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. With 36 minutes on the clock, Sebastian Dávila fired home for Estudiantes de Mérida. Sub Junior Paredes, in the 45th minute, changed the course of the game.
Maracaibo's team scored their second goal of the game through Guido Rose, after 50 minutes. after 76 minutes, Gregory Materán struck the second goal for Mérida's team. with 78 minutes on the clock, Junior Paredes wrapped things up.
After the result Estudiantes de Mérida are 13th in the table, with 13 points, while Zulia sit 15th place, with 9 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Maracaibo's team will play at home against Caracas FC. Meanwhile, Mérida's team visit Monagas SC.
