Academia Puerto Cabello B and Deportivo Lara Share Spoils in 1-1 Draw

Academia Puerto Cabello B and Deportivo Lara played out a 1-1 draw in the Venezuela Segunda Division on May 21, 2026, kicking off at 03:30 local time. The match was a tight contest with both sides having spells of control, but neither could find a winning goal.

Match Details

The first half was a cautious affair, with few clear-cut chances. Deportivo Lara broke the deadlock in the 39th minute through a well-struck volley from midfielder Carlos Márquez, who connected with a cross from the right wing. Academia Puerto Cabello B responded with increased intensity after the break, pushing for an equalizer.

Their pressure paid off in the 63rd minute when a defensive mix-up in the Deportivo Lara box allowed striker José Rivas to slot home from six yards. Both teams pushed for a winner in the closing stages. Academia hit the post in the 78th minute, while Deportivo Lara had a goal disallowed for offside in the 85th. The match ended 1-1, a fair result given the balance of play.

Tactical Analysis

Academia Puerto Cabello B dominated possession (58%) but struggled to break down a compact Deportivo Lara defense. The visitors were dangerous on the counter, especially through quick transitions. The draw highlighted the evenly matched quality of both teams in the Segunda Division.

League Context

Both sides moved a point closer to the mid-table targets. For Deportivo Lara, the point continued their unbeaten run in recent fixtures, while Academia Puerto Cabello B will feel they could have snatched all three.