Carabobo earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over rivals Caracas FC in the Venezuela Primera Division on September 15, 2025. A solitary first-half goal was enough to decide this tense and closely contested capital region derby. The match's only goal came from a well-executed set-piece, with a Carabobo defender rising highest to power a header into the net. Caracas FC applied significant pressure in the second half, dominating possession and creating several half-chances, but they found the Carabobo defense and goalkeeper in inspired form. The key incident was a disallowed Caracas goal for a foul in the buildup, which sparked protests from the visiting players and bench. This derby win provided a massive boost for Carabobo's league position and bragging rights, while it was a frustrating setback for Caracas FC's title aspirations. The Carabobo manager praised his team's defensive discipline and fighting spirit, and the Caracas coach rued his side's lack of composure in front of goal. The starting XIs featured Carabobo's compact 4-1-4-1 and Caracas's more expansive 4-3-3.