Zamora FC vs Academia Puerto Cabello Prediction: Table Toppers Struggling to Maintain Match Form

In the upcoming fixture of the Venezuelan Primera Division, Matchday 14, Zamora FC will be up against Puerto Cabello at the Agustín Tovar in Barinas. With Puerto Cabello leading the points table with 10 wins and 32 points, the upcoming matchup could have them as starting favorites. On the other hand, the hosts stand 11th with just 3 wins and 13 points from 12 matches played so far in the contest. The two teams last played in July 2022, and the match resulted in a draw. From the last four matches played between the two, three have ended in a draw. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup.

Zamora FC - Coming off a Defeat Against Portuguesa FC (LWDDD)

Going in the matchup, Zamora FC is coming off a defeat against Portuguesa FC (2-1), in which Gabriel Torres scored the only goal for Zamora in the 84th minute of play. Moreover, Miguel Celis was sent off the field due to a red card suspension. From the last five matches played between the two, Zamora has managed to secure three draws and just a win. Hence, the upcoming matchups in the Primera Division will give Zamora a chance to convert draws into wins. Talking about the scoring, Zamora has successfully scored a goal in each of the last five matches played. Hence, Zamora is likely to score at least a goal or two against Puerto. With 5 goals scored and 5 conceded in the last five matches played, Zamora averages 1.00 goals per game. 

Academia Puerto Cabello - Coming off a Win Against Caracas (WLDLL)

Though Puerto Cabello leads the points table standings in the Venezuelan Primera Division, its performance across competitions hasn’t been reasonable. With 3 defeats, 1 win, and a draw in the last five matches played, Puerto Cabello will be hoping to get back on the consistent winning track. Coming off a win against Caracas (2-1), Luifer Hernandez scored back-to-back goals in the 3rd and 37th minute of play. Talking about the scoring, Academia Puerto Cabello has scored 4 goals in the last five matches played, averaging 0.80 goals per game. On the other hand, Puerto Cabello has conceded 9 goals, averaging 1.80 goals per game. In the last two away matches, Puerto Cabello has suffered defeats and has conceded at least 2 goals.

Expert Betting Tips

For the upcoming Venezuelan Primera Division fixture, both teams will be looking to maintain their aggression and keep building on the momentum for consistency. Academia Puerto is coming off a win against Caracas, which might be boosting their confidence for the upcoming matchup, and on the other hand, Zamora has managed to win just one of the last five matches played. Considering the current match form of the two teams, I am predicting a draw or Puerto Cabello to win. The match total is likely to be over 2.5 goals, as the two sides recorded a total of over 2.5 in their last outing. Moreover, both teams are likely to score, as Puerto Cabello has allowed 9 goals in the last 5 matches. 

• Puerto Cabello Win for 2.15
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.93
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.31