Trujillanos Fight Back to Beat Deportivo La Guaira 2-1

Trujillanos produced a determined second-half comeback to defeat Deportivo La Guaira 2-1 in the Venezuela Primera Division on October 18, 2026. After falling behind early, the visitors responded with an equaliser before halftime and a late winner that silenced the home crowd.

Match overview

Deportivo La Guaira began confidently and took the lead in the 18th minute when Jhonny Mena finished off a flowing attacking move. La Guaira looked comfortable for much of the first half, but Trujillanos stayed within reach and equalised in the 42nd minute through Luis Angulo. That goal changed the momentum, and the visitors carried greater urgency into the second half.

Both sides had chances after the break, but Trujillanos looked the more likely team to score. The decisive moment came in the 83rd minute when Samuel Rondón found space in the box and converted a well-worked move. La Guaira pushed for a late equaliser, but Trujillanos defended resolutely to secure an important away win.

Key moments

• 18th minute: Jhonny Mena gave Deportivo La Guaira the lead with a composed finish after a sharp passing sequence.
• 42nd minute: Luis Angulo equalised for Trujillanos with a first-time strike that beat the goalkeeper at the near post.
• 67th minute: La Guaira threatened from a set piece, but Trujillanos cleared the danger.
• 83rd minute: Samuel Rondón scored the winner, finishing calmly after a quick combination on the edge of the box.

Tactical story

Deportivo La Guaira controlled the opening stages with patient possession and good movement in wide areas, but their lead did not last. Trujillanos adjusted their pressing after the first 30 minutes, closing down La Guaira’s midfielders more aggressively and forcing turnovers in dangerous areas. The equaliser just before halftime gave the visitors a psychological lift.

In the second half, Trujillanos used substitutions to add energy in attack and began to exploit the space behind La Guaira’s advanced full-backs. La Guaira still carried a threat, especially from crosses and set pieces, but their final pass let them down at key moments. Trujillanos’ willingness to keep pushing for a winner was rewarded late, and their defensive concentration in the final minutes protected the result.

Standout players

Angulo’s equaliser was the turning point, and his work between the lines caused La Guaira problems throughout. Rondón made the difference with the winning goal and showed excellent composure in the box. For La Guaira, Mena was a bright spot with his early goal, but the home side lacked the same cutting edge after falling level.

Season impact

The victory gives Trujillanos a valuable boost in the Venezuela Primera Division standings and reinforces their ability to respond positively after conceding first. Deportivo La Guaira will view this as a missed opportunity after taking an early lead at home, and the team must address its management of tight games. Trujillanos leave with momentum, while La Guaira need a quick response in their next fixture.